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Autistic and Transgender Individuals Experience Disparities in Health and Healthcare Access
- Autistic and transgender or gender diverse individuals report lower quality healthcare when compared to their peers who identify as cisgender.
- Previous studies have shown that both autistic individuals and TGD individuals face significant barriers in accessing quality healthcare.
- A survey aimed at assessing the quality of healthcare experiences found that autistic TGD individuals reported remarkably poorer healthcare experiences, particularly compared to non-autistic cisgender individuals.
- The survey also revealed that autistic TGD people were at least three times more likely to experience anxiety, shutdowns, and meltdowns in typical healthcare scenarios.
- The percentage of long-term mental and physical health conditions diagnosed among autistic TGD individuals was higher, emphasizing the need for tailored healthcare solutions for these marginalized groups.
- Autistic and TGD individuals are at higher risk for suicide and self-harm.
- The study calls for a proactive approach to healthcare reform to minimize barriers and foster an environment of trust and understanding that is crucial for effective treatment and care.
- Solvinng these issues is not just about better healthcare delivery; it is about reaffirming the dignity and worth of all individuals, regardless of their gender identity or neurodiversity.
- Experts advocate for systemic change within healthcare frameworks, informing clinicians of the unique challenges faced by autistic TGD individuals.
- The work of the Autism Research Centre at Cambridge University serves as a clarion call for action to address systemic failures within healthcare systems and to turn empathy into actionable change for autistic and TGD individuals.
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