Importance Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), characterized by deficits in social
communication and the presence of restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests, is a …

Most individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—a complex, life-long developmental
disorder—do not have access to the care required to address their diverse health needs …

As interest in autism in adulthood grows, so does the need for methods to promote the
inclusion of autistic adults in research. Our objective was to create practice-based guidelines …

The very variable findings reported in this review reflect the problems of conducting research
into lifetime outcomes for individuals with a condition as heterogeneous as ASD. Much more …

Objectives Autistic people experience poor physical and mental health along with reduced
life expectancy compared with non-autistic people. Our aim was to identify self-reported …

Standardized diagnostic tools are critical in terms of assessing Autism Spectrum Disorder
(ASD). There is an increasing interest in how culture, sex, social economic status, and other …

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the uptake of digital health worldwide and highlighted
many benefits of these innovations. However, it also stressed the magnitude of inequalities …

Most autistic adults struggle with mental health problems, and traditional mental health
services generally do not meet their needs. This study used qualitative methods to identify …

Background Globally, people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism experience health
inequalities. Death occurs at a younger age and the prevalence of long-term morbidities is …

When I received the e-mail inviting me to author this editorial, I was halfway through my
second day of selfimposed isolation. A COVID-19-related lockdown was not yet in place in …