This chapter explores the common misdiagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in females and highlights the lack of awareness and understanding surrounding autism in women. It discusses the need for better diagnosis, support, and training for psychiatrists to address the unique presentation of ASD in females.
Most people tend to think of autism as a male disorder, and the character in the film Rain Man often comes to mind. But emerging research shows that girls often have different symptoms which cause them to slip through the net.
This program was originally broadcast in June 2015,