Perceptions of Autism in Women: Exploring the Influence of Physical Appearance

Perceptions of Autism in Women: Exploring the Influence of Physical Appearance

Hello and thank you for participating in this survey! The data from this survey will be used in research pertaining to how attractiveness affects people's perception of autistic women. Your contribution is appreciated.
1.What is your age range?
2.How would you describe your familiarity with autism spectrum disorders?
3.Do you think a person’s physical attractiveness affects how others perceive their abilities or challenges?
4.Which of the following do you think has the most significant impact on how autism is perceived in women?
5.On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being “Strongly Disagree” and 5 being “Strongly Agree,” rate the following statement: “Society is less likely to recognize autism in women who are considered physically attractive.”
6.In your opinion, how likely is it for an attractive woman to have autism?
7.What characteristics do you associate with autism?
8.When seeing someone with physical deformities that appear to be genetic, how likely are you to assume they have autism regardless of how well you know them?
9.If you are a woman, how often do you feel people equate your appearance to your mental abilities/skills?