The diagnostic experiences of autistic adults in New Zealand have not been investigated
and little is known globally about autistic adults' satisfaction with the autism diagnostic�…

Background The clinical process for being evaluated for an autism diagnosis is often time
consuming and stressful for individuals and their caregivers. While experience of and�…

Accessing an autism diagnosis is a key milestone, both for an individual and their family.
Using a qualitative methodology, the current study examined the views and experiences of�…

Background: Emerging research suggests that seeking an autism diagnosis as an adult is
usually difficult and time-consuming but brings relief once a diagnosis is made. This study�…

Pathways to diagnosis in adulthood are poorly understood. Even less is known about
undiagnosed adults who believe they may be autistic. This mixed-methods online survey�…

Background: When someone receives a diagnosis they may need support with information
and emotional needs. These are called psychoeducational needs. For adults diagnosed�…

Objective Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can potentially be diagnosed by 3 years of age.
Yet, 2012 Australian diagnostic data showed most children are diagnosed after this age�…

Accessing adult autism diagnostic pathways can be difficult. This study explored
perspectives of UK autistic adults, relatives and clinicians regarding the characteristics of�…

An autism diagnosis in adulthood can increase women's self-compassion and inform
appropriate supports. This study explored what helped and hindered autistic women when�…

Background: Clinicians use diagnostic interviews to help them gather and organize
information collected in the assessment of autism. Most instruments are developed for�…