Daily pain and absenteeism among autistic adults and teenagers
Frequent pain is more common among women and girls than in men and boys with the condition. Women and girls are also more likely to miss work, school or other activities because of their pain.
Male
Female
Daily pain
0%
25%
50%
75%
100%
Independent adults
Teenagers and adults living at home
Missed work or school because of pain in the past year