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Autistic adults face higher risk of certain types of sexual victimization, study finds. When they feel paralyzed or overwhelmed by their senses, they may be unable to process risk cues, remove themselves, or assert boundaries, which increases their vulnerability to predatory behavior.
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Autistic adults face higher risk of certain types of sexual victimization, study finds

Adults with undiagnosed autistic traits experience sexual victimization at rates similar to those with formal diagnoses. Researchers suggest that tailored support services should be expanded to protect anyone exhibiting these neurodevelopmental traits.

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