Comparing Physical Intimacy and Romantic Relationships of Autistic and Non-autistic Adults: A Qualitative Analysis

Overview

Journal J Autism Dev Disord

Publisher Springer

Date 2023 Aug 16

PMID 37584763

Authors

Giorgia Sala

Jessica Hooley

Merrilyn Hooley

Mark A Stokes

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