In:
Autism Research, Wiley, Vol. 16, No. 7 ( 2023-07), p. 1389-1402
Abstract:
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) without intellectual disabilities show high unemployment rates despite high level of education. In order to achieve a cooperative interaction between people with and without autism, barriers that people with autism face in their working life should be spelled out. We studied 698 persons who visited the Adult Autism Outpatient Clinic, in 197 the diagnosis was confirmed, in 501 cases the diagnosis was not confirmed. Results indicated that, while all individuals in the sample had requirements for adjustment of the working environment, individuals with ASD reported a specific need for reduction of social and interpersonal requirements and for structured daily routines at work. Further, individuals with ASD reported difficulties in finding a suitable employment with sufficient salary also influenced by age and school education. In addition, individuals with ASD in the tested sample were more often supported by sheltered training measures (‘supported employment’). In conclusion, difficulties in dealing with social skills demands were one of the main factors challenging workplace performance for individuals with ASD, which requires ASD‐specific support services.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1939-3792
,
1939-3806
Language:
English
Publisher:
Wiley
Publication Date:
2023
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2418112-2