Autistic identity: A systematic review of quantitative research.
Autism Res
; 17(5): 874-897, 2024 May.
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ABSTRACT
Autism can be considered both a personal and social identity. Identifying the factors contributing to positive Autistic identity development is crucial given the potential implications for mental health and wellbeing. In this systematic review, we aimed to synthesize quantitative literature on Autistic identity to identify the (individual and environmental) factors associated with Autistic identity, and to ascertain the relationship between Autistic identity and mental health and wellbeing. A total of 3,617 studies were screened and 20 met our inclusion criteria. Results indicated that people developed a more positive Autistic identity when receiving external autism acceptance and external support. The association between individual factors and Autistic identity were largely nonsignificant or inconclusive, highlighting the need for broad support that meets the needs of a range of Autistic people, rather than specific subgroups. Importantly, positive Autistic identity was associated with improved mental health and wellbeing. Peer support and/or self-directed support resources may be valuable mechanisms for supporting Autistic people to cultivate a positive Autistic identity. The evaluation of such support, including the long-term impacts on identity development, will be a critical avenue for future research.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Trastorno Autístico
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Identificación Social
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
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Systematic_reviews
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Autism Res
Asunto de la revista:
PSIQUIATRIA
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TRANSTORNOS MENTAIS
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido