Exploring the Experiences of Autistic Transgender and Non-Binary Adults in Seeking Gender Identity Health Care.
Harley BruceKatie MundaySteven K KappPublished in: Autism in adulthood : challenges and management (2023)
This study suggests that more training needs to be given to health care providers and professionals around autistic experience to help improve providers' competence in communication and providing person-centered accommodations. More training around gender diverse identities is needed, as well as increased knowledge on the co-occurrence of autism and transgender/non-binary identities, to positively impact patient experiences and help improve access to care.