Towards an Agenda for Research for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and/or Intersexed People with an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis

Bennett, Matthew; Goodall, Emma

doi:10.1007/s10803-016-2844-z

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“…Third, statistical comparison of the data on gender identity in the ASD and general population group was not possible. Replication of these findings, and more in-depth research into the mechanisms behind identity development, relationship development, challenges in romantic relationships and into the needs of LGBT adolescents and adults with ASD can result in better support (Bennett and Goodall 2016 ). Attention to sexual and relationship diversity in autistic adolescents and adults, their needs and those of their relatives is needed in future research.…”

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confidence: 97%

“…Little is known yet about the well-being and development of LGBT (i.e. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) people with ASD (Bennett and Goodall 2016 ). Adolescents and adults with ASD and LGBT-feelings might face a double coming out: they might experience a sense of difference from the general population not only relating to their ASD-characteristics, but also pertaining to their gender identity, sexual orientation, or doubts about them.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Romantic Relationships in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Dewinter

Graaf

Begeer

2017

J Autism Dev Disord

190

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This study compared sexual orientation and romantic relationship experience in a large sample of adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) (n = 675) and general population peers (n = 8064). Gender identity was explored in the ASD group in relation to assigned gender at birth. Compared to general population peers, more people with ASD, especially women, reported sexual attraction to both same- and opposite-sex partners. About half of the participants with ASD was in a relationship (heterosexual in most cases) and most of them lived with their partner. A notable number of autistic participants, again more women than men, reported gender non-conforming feelings. Attention to gender identity and sexual diversity in education and clinical work with people with ASD is advised.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Romantic Relationships in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Dewinter

Graaf

Begeer

2017

J Autism Dev Disord

190

109

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“…We used Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (Brocki & Wearden, 2006; Smith & Shinebourne, 2012) to extract themes from interviews conducted with them. This study is an effort to respond to calls for more research on individuals with ASD who identify as a sexual minority (Bennett & Goodall, 2016) and to calls for research into intersectionality (i.e., the interaction of two minority identities; Cole, 2009; Crenshaw, 1991).…”

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Same-sex relationships of men with autism spectrum disorder in middle adulthood: An interpretative phenomenological study.

Hogan¹,

Micucci²

2020

Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity

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Researchers have reported a higher incidence of same-sex attractions among individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) but little is known about the sexual and intimate relationships of these individuals. In this study, 5 men in middle adulthood with ASD who acknowledged attractions to other men were interviewed and the interviews were analyzed utilizing Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Four themes were identified. First, these men want and have had intimate and sexual relationships, and there is considerable diversity in the types of relationships they have experienced. Second, they have experienced challenges to initiating and maintaining these relationships. Third, they have struggled with integrating their sexual and autism identities. Fourth, they have experienced insufficient support from professionals and their communities. This study contributes to dispelling the myth that individuals with ASD do not desire intimate-partner relationships or are unable to sustain them. Public Significance StatementThis study found that men in middle adulthood who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and same-sex attractions can initiate and maintain satisfying and successful relationships with other men. However, these men might experience obstacles to meeting partners and might feel disconnected from other lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) individuals. The study highlights a need for professionals who are trained in both ASD and human sexuality to work with this population.

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“…It is increasingly recognised (Milton, 2012, Macleod et al, 2014, Howard et al, 2019) that consulting directly with autistic people in research can provide insights otherwise inaccessible to neurotypical researchers, and this project has aimed to contribute to this growing body of research by prioritising participant voice throughout. This is particularly valuable in the context of supporting autistic women and nonbinary people in education, as their experiences have been highlighted as an area where greater understanding is especially needed (Kirkovski, 2013;Bennett and Goodall, 2016).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For instance, autistic young people who experience gender dysphoria may feel misunderstood at both autism treatment groups and transgender support groups due to the uniqueness of their identity (Strang et al, 2018). Furthermore, individuals who both have a disability and are LGBT are at a higher risk of negative school experiences and low educational attainment than their heterosexual or cisgender counterparts (Bennett and Goodall, 2016;Oswalt and Lederer, 2017).…”

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The Education Experiences of Autistic Women and Nonbinary People: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis

Goble¹

2022

JoSSSR

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Research concerning the experiences of autistic women and nonbinary people has been identified as a gap in the literature of autism studies, despite growing evidence suggesting that these groups may have unique experiences compared to autistic men, particularly in the domain of education. This article attempts to address this gap in the literature of autism research by elucidating the education experiences of autistic women and nonbinary people. To address this research aim, a methodology of interpretive phenomenological analysis was adopted, and interviews were conducted with autistic female and nonbinary participants concerning their experiences throughout education. From these participants’ experiences, broad themes of discussion emerged, concerning the challenges and triumphs participants experienced in education. These findings are discussed within the context of existing literature concerning both autism in education and the experiences of autistic people of marginalized genders.

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Towards an Agenda for Research for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and/or Intersexed People with an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis

Cited by 15 publications

References 27 publications

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Romantic Relationships in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Romantic Relationships in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Same-sex relationships of men with autism spectrum disorder in middle adulthood: An interpretative phenomenological study.

The Education Experiences of Autistic Women and Nonbinary People: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis

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