University students with autism: the social and academic experiences of university in the UK
The number of university students with autism is increasing, and it is crucial that these students can access adequate support. An online questionnaire was completed by 26 autistic students and 158 non-autistic students enrolled at UK universities to investigate social and academic experiences. Autistic students self-reported significant challenges and more mental health difficulties than non-autistic students. Significant challenges focused on the social components of university life, including social skills, social support opportunities, and levels of [Autism Spectrum Disorders] ASD awarenes ... Show more
Authors: Gurbuz, Emine; Hanley, Mary; Riby, Deborah M.
Published: Cham, Switzerland, Springer Nature Switzerland, 2019
Resource type: Article
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https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3741-4