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  • Human Sexuality
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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  • Clinical observations suggest differences in sexual profiles between individuals with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  • Limited data exists on the demographics of sexual orientation within the ASD population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and compare the sexual orientation demographics between individuals with ASD and typically developing (TD) individuals.
  • To determine if there are significant differences in sexual orientation prevalence between these two groups.

Main Methods:

  • An international online survey was conducted using the Sell Scale of Sexual Orientation.
  • The study included 309 individuals with ASD and 310 typically developing individuals.
  • Demographic data, including age and gender, were collected for both groups.

Main Results:

  • A significant difference in sexual orientation was found between the ASD and TD groups (χ²(9) = 104.05, P < 0.001).
  • 69.7% of individuals with ASD reported being non-heterosexual, compared to 30.3% in the TD group.
  • The ASD group exhibited higher rates of homosexuality, bisexuality, and asexuality, and lower rates of heterosexuality.

Conclusions:

  • Non-heterosexuality is more prevalent in the autistic population than in the typically developing population.
  • These findings have clinical implications for addressing the unique concerns of non-heterosexual autistic individuals.
  • There is a need for specialized sex education programs to enhance support and awareness for autistic individuals regarding their sexual orientation.