A Qualitative Exploration of the Female Experience of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Autism spectrum disorder is thought to be a predominantly male diagnosis, however recent research suggests a smaller gender disparity in prevalence than previously assumed. Accounts of the female experience of autism are important to help reduce likely male-bias in current understanding and recognit...

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Publicado en:Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders Vol. 49; no. 6; pp. 2389 - 2403
Autores principales: Milner, Victoria, McIntosh, Hollie, Colvert, Emma, Happé, Francesca
Formato: research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Springer Nature Jun2019
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          Milner, Victoria
          McIntosh, Hollie
          Colvert, Emma
          Happé, Francesca
        affil: Social, Genetic and Developmental Psychiatry Centre, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, 16 De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, SE5 8AF, London, UK
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          Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis
          Persons with Disabilities Psychosocial Factors
          Women's Health
          Recognition (Psychology)
          Human
          Qualitative Studies
          Male
          Female
          Maternal Attitudes
          Coping
          Thematic Analysis
          Health Knowledge
          Support, Psychosocial
          Autism Spectrum Disorder Therapy
          Male
          Female
      ab: Autism spectrum disorder is thought to be a predominantly male diagnosis, however recent research suggests a smaller gender disparity in prevalence than previously assumed. Accounts of the female experience of autism are important to help reduce likely male-bias in current understanding and recognition of autism. Eighteen autistic females and four mothers of autistic females took part in discussions with a topic guide around diagnosis, impact and coping. A thematic analysis was conducted. Five themes were identified: fitting in the with the norm, potential obstacles for autistic women and girls, negative aspects of autism, the perspective of others, and positive aspects of having autism. We hope that greater understanding of the experiences of autistic females may lead to improved awareness, diagnosis and support for women and girls.
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