Autism in Women and Girls: Benefits and Challenges for Women or Parents of Girls Navigating Autism Spectrum Disorder
Brochure
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32469/aj.v21.17Abstract
This brochure explores benefits and challenges for women or parents of girls exploring Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). It provides information about what Autism Spectrum Disorders are and the difference between internal vs external presentations of the disorders. Additionally, the brochure dives into some benefits of a diagnosis and why women and girls experience higher rates of misdiagnosis/undiagnosis.
Access a high quality version of the brochure: Autism in Women and Girls
Author Biography
Mikayla Kitchen
Mikayla is a third-year student at the University of Missouri studying public health, political science, and leadership & public service. She loves the outdoors, hiking, climbing, and also loves to cook and bake for her friends and family. She is currently interning in the state capital and will be spending her summer interning in our nation’s capital. She is interested in the intersection between public health and policy and is planning to pursue a career in health policy.
