Many autistic women are thriving-but mental health concerns remain widespread | NYGazet

A large-scale study of autistic women and nonbinary adults suggests that receiving a diagnosis in adulthood is associated with greater psychological distress. Participants diagnosed later in life reported more co-occurring psychiatric conditions and lower self-perceived strengths than those diagnosed in childhood.

A new study provides insight into the lives of over 1,400 autistic women and nonbinary adults, highlighting both strengths and challenges across education, employment, and mental health. While many participants had completed higher education and were... [8346 chars]