The dynamic trajectory of autistic life and its changing challenges: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is a noticeable knowledge vacuum on the ways in which autism interacts with the difficulties associated with aging, even though in recent decades there has been a growing recognition of the different needs and experiences of those on the autistic spectrum. Importantly, experiences across earlier life stages such as youth and young adulthood also influence later outcomes and warrant consideration within this dynamic trajectory, meaning the ongoing and evolving developmental path individuals follow throughout life.

Objectives

This study aimed to review the existing literature on the unique needs, challenges, and experiences of autistic adults as they progress into later stages of life.

Methodology

The scoping review was carried out by following a struct

SUBMITTER: Mokhwelepa LW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12330170 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature