Higher Ed, ASD, and Sexuality

Upon entering university, students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) transition from IDEA to ADA and FERPA, shifting the responsibility for initiating services and advocacy from school personnel to themselves. These students, now considered adults, face challenges with relationships, sexuality, and consent—areas often neglected in their education, which can affect not only their personal well-being but also the broader university community. The presentation from the the 2018 Michigan Autism Conference aims to explore strategies to address these issues.