Self-harm and suicidality experiences of autistic and non-autistic adults in midlife and old age

Autistic adults may be particularly susceptible to experiences of self-harm and suicidality in midlife and old age, particularly autistic women. Additionally, autistic people in old age were also more likely to experience suicidality (including recent experiences) than autistic people in midlife. These findings highlight the urgent need for targeted suicide prevention strategies and mental health interventions for autistic adults in midlife and old age, particularly autistic women and older people.