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University of Southern California
University of Southern California
USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
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Research
Research

Adapting and Implementing a Healthcare Toolkit to Improve Women’s Healthcare Utilization for Autistic Women

SIEFL Core ⟩ DREAmS Lab ⟩

Principal Investigator: Kenneth Ottenbacher (University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston)

K12 Scholar: Amber Angell PhD, OTR/L; Joy Agner PhD, OTR/L

Period
Oct 2020 – Aug 2022

Total funding
$123,292

Girls and women are increasingly identified and diagnosed with autism; however, very little research has focused on their health and healthcare needs. Emerging research suggests that autistic women may face disparities in women’s healthcare access and utilization compared to neurotypical individuals. This is particularly concerning because autistic women may be at increased risk for numerous women’s health conditions, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and ovarian and breast cancer. The purpose of this implementation research study is to adapt and implement an evidence-based healthcare toolkit to improve women’s healthcare navigation for autistic women.

Funding

Type Source Number Amount
Federal NIH | NICHD/NINDS Rehabilitation Research Career Development Program K12 HD055929 $123,292