Transition in autism spectrum disorders

Children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are regularly seen by child and adolescent psychiatrists. Many diagnostic and therapeutic interventions are available for this age group. However, ASD is a rather unknown disorder in adult services, including psychiatry - despite the chronic course and the individual need for diagnosis, intervention, and support also in adulthood.Transition from childhood into adulthood is a rather complex topic that includes the challenge of mastering education and employment. This article presents these transition-related aspects and recommendations to improve healthcare in Germany.