Understanding profound autism: implications for stigma and supports

Understanding profound autism: implications for stigma and supports

IntroductionSocietal perceptions and lack of understanding of autism spectrum disorder can be stigmatizing for autistic individuals and their families. This may be particularly the case for individuals who meet criteria for profound autism. Despite the considerable service needs of this marginalized...

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Main Authors: Elaine B. Clarke, James B. McCauley, Amy Lutz, Marina Gotelli, Stephen J. Sheinkopf, Catherine Lord
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychiatry
Subjects:
autism spectrum disorder
profound autism
stigma and awareness
prevalence
mixed method
autistic adults
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1287096/full

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