Communication Strategies to Support Self-Advocacy in Transgender Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Literature Review.
Published May 9, 2026
A literature review on communication and self-advocacy supports for transgender autistic youth, with individualized, affirming, youth-centred care.
This literature review examines communication and self-advocacy supports for transgender autistic youth across 21 studies. It emphasizes individualized, affirming, youth-centred communication and support.
Gender diversity is not a disorder, and this review is not diagnostic or treatment guidance. It does not establish a universal screening rule or imply that a reported prevalence figure applies to every setting.
Source: Stern M, Sullivan A. “Communication Strategies to Support Self-Advocacy in Transgender Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Literature Review.” Pediatric Annals. 2026;55(4):e152–e157. https://doi.org/10.3928/19382359-20260127-06 (PMID: 41926990).
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