The Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adulthood: A Scoping Review

The purpose of this study is to analyze scientific productions on the late diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. To carry out this research, articles were consulted in the Scielo and BvS virtual libraries, using specific descriptors. There was a lack of available material on the subject in Portugue...

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Autor: Alves, Hellen Cristina de Oliveira
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de publicación:2024
País:Brasil
Institución:Instituto Persona de Educação Superior
Repositorio:ID on line. Revista de psicologia
Idioma:portugués
OAI Identifier:oai:ojs.idonline.emnuvens.com.br:article/3964
Acceso en línea:https://idonline.emnuvens.com.br/id/article/view/3964
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Autism spectrum disorder
Late diagnosis
Autism in adults
Transtorno do Espectro Autista
Diagnóstico tardio
Autismo no adulto
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Sumario:The purpose of this study is to analyze scientific productions on the late diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. To carry out this research, articles were consulted in the Scielo and BvS virtual libraries, using specific descriptors. There was a lack of available material on the subject in Portuguese. This is due to the predominant focus of the scientific community on the early diagnosis of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, which has negative impacts on the quality of life of patients in adulthood. It is crucial to raise awareness and awareness among healthcare professionals so that they consider the possibility of diagnosing autism spectrum disorder in adults. This is essential to serve a significant portion of the population who may be experiencing the challenges associated with ASD during adulthood.