Table 2.
Groups on the Autism Spectrum (N = 46)
| Group | n (%) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ID | 4 (9) | Autistic and ID; has no interfering psychiatric or behavioral issues |
| ID-INT | 4 (9) | Autistic and ID; also has internalizing issues like anxiety |
| ID-EXT | 2 (4) | Autistic and ID; also has externalizing behaviors like aggression, meltdowns, or self-injury |
| NID | 7 (15) | Autistic without ID; has no interfering psychiatric or behavioral issues |
| NID-INT | 17 (37) | Autistic without ID; also has internalizing issues like anxiety |
| NID-EXT | 12 (26) | Autistic without ID; also has externalizing behaviors like aggression, meltdowns, or self-injury |