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Healthcare transition challenges faced by young adults with autism spectrum disorder
Author(s) -
Hall T,
Kriz D,
Duvall S,
NguyenDriver M,
Duffield T
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
clinical pharmacology and therapeutics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.941
H-Index - 188
eISSN - 1532-6535
pISSN - 0009-9236
DOI - 10.1002/cpt.254
Subject(s) - autism spectrum disorder , autism , health care , independence (probability theory) , neurodevelopmental disorder , psychiatry , healthcare system , psychology , epidemiology , broad spectrum , spectrum disorder , incidence (geometry) , medicine , developmental psychology , clinical psychology , statistics , economic growth , physics , optics , chemistry , mathematics , economics , combinatorial chemistry
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts communicative interactions, with patterns of repetitive and restricted behaviors, interests, and cognitive rigidity. Recent incidence rate estimates for ASD are 1 in 68, and primarily male (4:1). A major epidemiological issue in ASD is transitioning to independence in adulthood, particularly navigating the healthcare system. This commentary will focus on approaches healthcare providers can use to not overlook and support individuals with ASD.