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Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gender Dysphoria/Incongruence. A systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis
Aimilia Kallitsounaki1, David M Williams2
1School of Psychology, University of Kent, Keynes College, CT2 7NP, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom. A.Kallitsounaki-836@kent.ac.uk.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
|May 20, 2022
Summary
The study found a significant link between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) traits and gender dysphoria/incongruence (GD/GI). Approximately 11% of individuals with GD/GI also received an ASD diagnosis, indicating a notable overlap.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Developmental Psychology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- The potential overlap between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and gender dysphoria/incongruence (GD/GI) is a topic of ongoing debate.
- Previous research suggests a possible relationship, but empirical evidence requires further synthesis.
Conclusions:
- The findings strongly suggest a non-negligible link between ASD and GD/GI.
- While the existence of a connection is statistically supported, the precise magnitude and nature of this relationship warrant further in-depth investigation.
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