Study finds autistic transgender and gender diverse individuals face significantly poorer healthcare outcomes.

Researchers at Cambridge University found that autistic transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals experience significantly poorer healthcare compared to both autistic and non-autistic cisgender people. This large-scale study revealed that autistic TGD individuals face higher rates of anxiety, shutdowns, and meltdowns in healthcare settings and are more likely to have long-term mental and physical health conditions. The findings highlight the need for healthcare providers to consider intersectional factors when addressing the unique challenges faced by these groups.

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