Gender Dysphoria and Co-Occurring Autism Spectrum Disorders: Review, Case Examples, and Treatment Considerations

2014102 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Laura A. Jacobs · Association of Child Psychotherapists

Laura Erickson‐Schroth · New York University

Aron Janssen · American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Abstract

The authors suggest that ASDs do not preclude gender transition and that individuals with high-functioning ASDs are capable of making informed decisions regarding their medical care and life choices. The authors also consider possible challenges and suggest techniques for assisting such clients in exploring their gender identities.

Topics & Keywords

Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders Behavioral and Psychological Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Gender equality

Publication Details

Published in: LGBT Health

Volume 1, Issue 4, pp. 277-282

DOI: 10.1089/lgbt.2013.0045

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