An Exploratory Study on Experience of Disability Registration in Unregistered Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD)

This study aimed to explore the experiences of disability registration and support needs of unregistered Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Data were collected through in-depth one-on-one interviews with seven participants with unregistered ASD (female: n=2, male: n=5) and analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The analysis identified 10 categories and 26 subcategories organized under four themes: time of disability recognition; experience of disability registration; challenges faced by unregistered individuals with ASD; and support requirements. The findings revealed their difficulties, the effects of living without registration, and their support needs, providing insights into their perspectives. The solutions to address these difficulties are discussed based on the study’s results.