Since its initial description, the concept of autism has been firmly rooted within the
conventional medical paradigm of child psychiatry. Increasingly, there have been calls from …

The association between intolerance of uncertainty and anxiety has proved robust in
neurotypical populations and has led to effective interventions targeting intolerance of …

'Stereotyped or repetitive motor movements' are characterised as core features in the
diagnosis of autism, yet many autistic adults (and the neurodiversity movement) have …

Progress in psychological science can be limited by a number of factors, not least of which
are the starting assumptions of scientists themselves. We believe that some influential …

It has been strongly argued that atypical cognitive processes in autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) contribute to the expression of behavioural symptoms. Comprehensive investigation …

Background Despite difficulties entering the workforce, people on the autism spectrum are
often successful. Furthermore, they are suggested to bring unique abilities (eg, attention to …

Intolerance of Uncertainty is a trans-diagnostic process that spans a range of emotional
disorders and it is usually measured through the Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale-12. The …

Anxiety is present in high rates in both children and adults on the autism spectrum. An
increasing number of studies have highlighted the potentially important role that intolerance …

Background Restricted repetitive behaviours and sensory sensitivities are core features of
autism and have been explored in childhood. However, few studies have examined adult …

We are living in uncertain times. The COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to stay physically
distant from each other, has required us to make very rapid changes to our everyday lives …