Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders

ABSTRACT

People with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder are vulnerable to the same spectrum of mental and physical illness as the general population. Due to unique challenges, they remain at risk of health inequalities resulting in elevated mortality from preventable causes. This article aims to equip the primary physician with greater familiarity and understanding of the varied needs for this sub-group of patients and hence supporting them to lead healthier lives.