Navigating healthcare among Canadians with ASD during transitions to adulthood: How does it look like from the perspectives of stakeholders?

Key Points

• Navigating healthcare is complex for individuals with autism spectrum disorder during adulthood transitions, and affects their access to necessary services.
• Stakeholders reported significant challenges in the transition process, particularly in connecting individuals to appropriate healthcare resources.
• Observational analysis across various stakeholder perspectives illustrates the multifaceted difficulties faced in service navigation for ASD individuals.
• These insights call for greater support and integrated services to facilitate smoother transitions into adulthood for those with autism.