Post-diagnostic support for adults diagnosed with autism in adulthood in the UK: A systematic review with narrative synthesis.

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More adults than ever before are seeking an autism diagnosis in adulthood. While receiving a diagnosis may be beneficial, many autistic people struggle to navigate their new diagnosis, and require support. This study conducted a systematic review of previous research on the support available after diagnosis (post-diagnostic support) for autistic adults without intellectual disability who were diagnosed in adulthood in the UK. A systematic review is a pre-planned method of searching for all relevant studies, before combining these to answer a larger question. The study aimed to investigate the availability of such support and its effectiveness, and to explore autistic adults' experiences of accessing support. We also used publicly available information to create a map o

SUBMITTER: Norris JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11816465 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature