Employment for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
May 22, 2012
- Low rates of employment in the community for adults with Autism spectrum disorders
- nearly 45% of sample had never been employed
- Most consistent correlate is IQ
- individuals who have ASD and comorbid intellectual disabilities have less social functioning compared to those with ASD and higher IQ score
Taylor, J.L. & Seltzer, M.M. (2011). Employment and Post-Secondary Educational Activities for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders During the Transition to Adulthood. J Autism Dev Disord, 41, 566-574.