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Euronews: Autistic people have a lower life expectancy, new study reveals
https://www.euronews.com/next/2023/11/24/people-with-autism-have-a-lower-life-expectancy-than-the-uk-average-new-study-reveals
“Autism itself does not, to our knowledge, directly reduce life expectancy, but we know that autistic people experience health inequalities, meaning that they often don’t get the support and help that they need when they need it.”
“It’s linked to many aspects of their lives, their rights not being respected, being discriminated throughout their lives. There are many factors: the stress of not being understood and living in a world that doesn't accommodate the needs of autistic people.”
“These findings demonstrate that autistic people continue to face unacceptable inequalities through a lack of understanding, barriers to vital services, and inadequate care, which lead to poorer mental and physical health outcomes.”
https://www.euronews.com/next/2023/11/24/people-with-autism-have-a-lower-life-expectancy-than-the-uk-average-new-study-reveals
“Autism itself does not, to our knowledge, directly reduce life expectancy, but we know that autistic people experience health inequalities, meaning that they often don’t get the support and help that they need when they need it.”
“It’s linked to many aspects of their lives, their rights not being respected, being discriminated throughout their lives. There are many factors: the stress of not being understood and living in a world that doesn't accommodate the needs of autistic people.”
“These findings demonstrate that autistic people continue to face unacceptable inequalities through a lack of understanding, barriers to vital services, and inadequate care, which lead to poorer mental and physical health outcomes.”