Disparities

Health disparities persist for adults with developmental disabilities: NHIS insights, 1999-2018

This study assesses changes in self-reported health and healthcare status among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) over the past 20 years, utilizing data…

Material hardship and sources of support for autistic adolescents and their families

This exploratory study used the Future of Families and Child Wellbeing Study (FFCWS) to compare the financial well-being of families of adolescents with and without…

Inextricably tied: Nonbinary autistic individuals’ views on how their gender identity and autism are connected

This study examines the experiences and identities of 44 nonbinary autistic individuals, revealing their perspectives on gender fluidity and the interplay between their autistic and…

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Health Outcomes Among Transition-Age Autistic Youth

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) have been associated with poor health outcomes in the general population. However, their impact on autistic youth remains unclear.

“I’m dealing with a health care system that doesn’t get it”: Barriers and facilitators to inclusive healthcare for autistic adults

Research highlights health challenges among autistic adults, urging system-level improvements.

Foster Care Involvement Among Youth With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Is foster care involvement among youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) increasing and to what extent are subgroups disproportionately affected?

Low-income households of children with autism and the economic safety net

This study analyzes safety net program use among low-income children with autism, highlighting material hardships and determinants. Results show limited impact of having a child…

New Data, Persistent Barriers: Transition Plans are Common but Miss the Mark for Many Autistic Youth

New research in Journal of Adolescent Health highlights autism transition planning challenges & health inequities.

Same Transition, Different Perspectives: Comparing Dyadic Interviews with Autistic Young Adults and Parents

Autistic youth's transition to adulthood: dyadic interviews show divergent goals and values between parents and young adults.

Expanding on “Screening, Diagnosis, and Intervention for Autism: Experiences of Black and Multiracial Families Seeking Care” to Support BIPOC Autistic Postsecondary Students

Study highlights the need for culturally sensitive care for BIPOC autistic individuals.