Importance Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), characterized by deficits in social
communication and the presence of restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests, is a …

Co-occurring mental health difficulties among autistic adults are common and this
association has implications for mental health services. Gaining a comprehensive …

Across Europe, there is increased awareness of the frequency and importance of autism
spectrum disorder (ASD), which is now recognised not only as a childhood disorder but as a …

Executive summary Affecting about 78 million people worldwide, autism is a condition of
global importance because of its prevalence and the degree to which it can affect individuals …

Autism spectrum disorder is a construct used to describe individuals with a specific
combination of impairments in social communication and repetitive behaviours, highly …

Mental health challenges impede the well-being of autistic people. This Review outlines
contributing neurodevelopmental and physical health conditions, rates and developmental …

Most autistic adults struggle with mental health problems, and traditional mental health
services generally do not meet their needs. This study used qualitative methods to identify …

Individuals on the autism spectrum experience high rates of mental health issues. Meta-
analyses indicate promising effects of psychological therapies, but challenges remain in …

Background This trial tested if a novel therapy, Aligning Dimensions of Interoceptive
Experience (ADIE), reduces anxiety in autistic adults. ADIE targets the association of anxiety …

Mental health difficulties are prevalent in autistic people with~ 14%–50% having
experienced depression and~ 40%–80% having experienced anxiety disorders. Identifying …