This review and meta-analysis found that interpersonal violence is strongly associated with worsened mental health, including internalising symptoms and suicidal thoughts, among Autistic individuals. The negative impacts begin in childhood and persist into adulthood, with females and gender minorities experiencing greater health and developmental challenges. These findings highlight the relevance of intersectionality and minority stress theories in understanding the heightened vulnerability of Autistic people, especially those with multiple marginalised identities, including other Neurodivergent traits.
Disclaimer: discusses suicide., violence and harm.
This review and meta-analysis found that interpersonal violence is strongly associated with worsened mental health, including internalising symptoms and suicidal thoughts, among Autistic individuals. The negative impacts begin in childhood and persist into adulthood, with females and gender minorities experiencing greater health and developmental challenges. These findings highlight the relevance of intersectionality and minority stress theories in understanding the heightened vulnerability of Autistic people, especially those with multiple marginalised identities, including other Neurodivergent traits.
Disclaimer: discusses suicide., violence and harm.
