This book evaluates how autism is experienced and addressed in four areas critical to the developmental phase of adulthood selfawareness individuality comprehensive support systems and the dissemination of information and expanded education. The editors present comprehensive coverage of new developments in the field of adults with autism spectrum disorder ASD particularly with regards to the updating of diagnostic criteria in the DSM5 and an increased level of interest in research on adults with ASD. Contributors also make recommendations regarding services that should be provided to people with ASD based on recognition of their needs the frequent lack of accessibility to relevant services and an understanding of how a persons living situation both influences and is influenced by the way they conduct their lives.Among the topics discussedThe distinctive stage of Emerging Adulthood in individuals with ASDLate diagnosis of autism spectrum disorderSexuality and romantic relationships among people with ASDParents siblings and communities of individuals with ASDCulturaldemographic influences on life choices among people with ASDAdult women on the highfunctioning autism spectrumThe experience of academia and employment for people with ASD Autism in Adulthood is a unique resource for professionals clinicians researchers and caregivers that emphasizes both theoretical and practical information regarding ASD in the critical adult stage of life.