APS
31st APS Annual Convention · 2019
Sexual and Gender Minorities with Autism Report More Impaired Quality of Life: Nuances
- Laura Graham Holmes
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - Laura Graham Holmes
Drexel University - Joseph McCleery
Saint Joseph's University - Casey Zampella
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - Judith Miller
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Abstract
This project examined quality of life and health for a diverse sample of adults with autism including sexual and gender minorities. Sexual orientation had a stronger effect than gender identity. Results suggested that individuals identifying as asexual/demisexual may be at particular risk for isolation and poor health outcomes.
Autism Spectrum Disorders