This week charities are calling for awareness of Autism
Autism uk quotes the figures that "There are around 700,000 people on the autism spectrum in the UK – that's more than 1 in 100"
however awareness and understanding of autism is needed because in 2019 Autism UK found that only 16% of autistic adults were in paid employment
In 2014 research by the LSE found that this led to a total loss to the UK economy of £32 billion per year in treatment, lost earnings, care and support for children and adults with autism.one of the most costly conditions impacting the economy. More information on LSE researchonline
This 2019 systematic review also reviewed the evidence that informal caregivers suffered poorer mental health and stigma
other children's charities in different countries have done studies which shows higher evidence of bullying linked with autism
To locate high quality research try the National Autistic Society Its library catalogue indexes books, reports and journal articles. It also provides free access to Autism update its listing of items added toi the Library catalogue recently.
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