Childhood adversity and trauma Kerns cites research showing that autistic individuals are more likely to experience maltreatment or adverse childhood experiences (ACE), including, but not limited to, physical, sexual, and
Friendships and social skills Laugeson notes common social differences experienced by autistic children and teens, including difficulty with social communication and quality friendships (3:05). She explains that meaningful friendships predict
Trauma and autism Kerns discusses the lack of attention given to trauma-related conditions in autism and considers whether current assessment tools accurately capture experiences of adversity, trauma, and anxiety in
Prevalence of bullying Autistic youth report higher rates of peer victimization and bullying than individuals with other developmental disorders and other at-risk groups. Adams cites research that revealed 35% of
