title: Healthcare transition challenges faced by young adults with autism spectrum disorder.
abstract: 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.
authors: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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authors: Hall
authors: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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authors: Kriz
authors: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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authors: Duvall
authors: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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authors: Nguyen-Driver
authors: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA.
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authors: Duffield
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior; D000367:Age Factors; D000067877:Autism Spectrum Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D003142:Communication; D019033:Delivery of Health Care, Integrated / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005260:Female; D015438:Health Behavior; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010358:Patient Participation; D010360:Patient Transfer / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D060305:Transition to Adult Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D055815:Young Adult