Health Care Needs, Experiences, and Perspectives of Autistic Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Autistic adults have high rates of co-occurring health conditions, suicide, and premature mortality, yet often experience health care barriers and poor health outcomes. A better understanding of the health care needs and experiences of autistic adults is essential for improving the health care system and patient experience.

Methods

This study examined the perspectives of autistic adults regarding their health care experiences in primary care and other settings and their suggestions for improvement using both qualitative and quantitative methods. Twenty autistic adults (aged 18-35 years, 65% male) completed surveys and individual semi-structured interviews.

Results

Qualitative data analysis results revealed 10 subthemes across 3 overarching themes: (1) syste

SUBMITTER: Mazurek MO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10024270 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature