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Work-related support for autistic individuals: patterns and perceived relevance.
Erika Högstedt1,2, Kajsa Igelström3, Laura Korhonen4
1Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
Disability and Rehabilitation
|April 21, 2026
Summary
Many autistic adults struggle with employment despite support. This study found current work support often unmet needs, emphasizing the need for autism-informed, individualized employment assistance.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Employment and disability studies
- Social inclusion research
Background:
- Autistic adults face significant employment challenges.
- Existing support systems have not fully addressed these barriers.
- Understanding autistic individuals' experiences with support is crucial for improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate the work-related situation of Swedish adults with autism.
- Compare employment support patterns between employed and unemployed autistic individuals.
- Describe autistic adults' perceptions of the effectiveness of work-related support.
Main Methods:
- Survey distributed to 227 autistic adults (aged 25-35) in southeastern Sweden.
- Collaboration with seven psychiatric outpatient clinics.
- Quantitative statistical analysis and qualitative content analysis of survey data.
Main Results:
- Less than half of participants were employed.
- Approximately half received work-related support, with similar types reported by both employed and unemployed groups.
- Many participants reported unmet needs and criticized support relevance, timing, and lack of autism-specific understanding.
Conclusions:
- Current employment support structures for autistic individuals require significant adaptation.
- There is a critical need for autism-informed, individualized approaches to foster sustainable employment.
- Developing more responsive and tailored support systems is essential for improving employment outcomes.
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