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2020 | OriginalPaper | Chapter

4. The Career Experiences of Individuals with ASD

Authors : Amy E. Hurley-Hanson, Cristina M. Giannantonio, Amy Jane Griffiths

Published in: Autism in the Workplace

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Abstract

This chapter examines the career experiences of individuals with autism. While there is relatively little research on the careers of individuals with ASD, the life and work outcomes for individuals with autism have been found to be less favorable than those for the general population. The stigma attached to autism, as well as the stereotypes and images of jobs, occupations, and careers for individuals with ASD may play a role in understanding the career experiences of Generation A as they transition into the workplace. Super’s career stages are utilized to understand how autism may affect the career experiences of Generation A throughout their work histories. The role of image norms in the career decisions of individuals with ASD across the life span is also considered.

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Metadata
Title
The Career Experiences of Individuals with ASD
Authors
Amy E. Hurley-Hanson
Cristina M. Giannantonio
Amy Jane Griffiths
Copyright Year
2020
Book
Autism in the Workplace

Print ISBN: 978-3-030-29048-1

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-030-29049-8

Copyright Year: 2020

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-29049-8_4

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