This study surveyed 225 autistic adults in Scotland to identify their research priorities, revealing strong interest in topics that directly affect daily life, such as mental health, diagnosis, support services, public attitudes, and issues faced by autistic women. In contrast, topics like genetics, causes, and treatments of autism were seen as less important. The findings highlight a clear need for autism research to align more closely with the lived experiences and priorities of autistic people, supporting broader calls for change in research focus and practice.
This study surveyed 225 autistic adults in Scotland to identify their research priorities, revealing strong interest in topics that directly affect daily life, such as mental health, diagnosis, support services, public attitudes, and issues faced by autistic women. In contrast, topics like genetics, causes, and treatments of autism were seen as less important. The findings highlight a clear need for autism research to align more closely with the lived experiences and priorities of autistic people, supporting broader calls for change in research focus and practice.
