Sexuality, Gender Identity, Romantic Relations, and Intimacy Among Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Narrative Review of the Literature

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作者：

Belluzzo, Miriam ^{[1
]}

Giaquinto, Veronica ^{[2
]}

De Alfieri, Erica ^{[1
]}

Esposito, Camilla ^{[3
]}

Amodeo, Anna Lisa ^{[2
]}

机构：

[1] Univ Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Dept Mental Phys Hlth & Prevent Med, Largo Madonna Grazie 1, I-80138 Naples, Italy

[2] Univ Naples Federico II, Dept Humanities, Porta Massa 1, I-80138 Naples, Italy

[3] Univ Naples Federico II, SInAPSi Ctr, Via Giulio Cesare Cortese 29, I-80138 Naples, Italy

来源：

PSYCHIATRY INTERNATIONAL | 2025年 / 6卷 / 02期

关键词：

autism; autistic individuals; sexuality; gender identity; intimacy; relationships; ASPERGER-SYNDROME; ADULTS; ADOLESCENTS; CHILDREN; KNOWLEDGE; SYMPTOMS; FEATURES; HEALTH; LIFE;

D O I：

10.3390/psychiatryint6020044

中图分类号：

R749 [精神病学];

学科分类号：

100205 ;

摘要：

Sexual health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, yet individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face significant stigma and discrimination, affecting self-esteem, relationships, and sexual expression. This review examined the recent literature (2020-January 2024) on intimacy and sexuality among adolescents and young adults with ASD, incorporating 32 studies. Findings highlight poorer sexual health among autistic individuals compared to the general population, with difficulties in forming romantic relationships and navigating sexual interactions due to hypersensitivity. Autism is also linked to non-conforming gender identities and asexuality, exposing individuals to dual stigma within the LGBTQ+ community. Autism-related traits hinder sexual health knowledge, increasing risks of victimisation, abuse, and sexually transmitted infections. Comprehensive sexual education and inclusive support are crucial to address these challenges and promote sexual well-being for autistic individuals.

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