This website (previously ASDinfoWales) belongs to and is run by the National Autism Team, which is funded by Welsh Government. It is one of the resources which helps the Team achieve their aim to improve the lives of autistic people in Wales.

The following advice is adapted from NICE Guideline CG142: Autism in adults: diagnosis and management [www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg142]

For adults with autism of all ranges of intellectual ability, who need help with activities of daily living, consider a structured and predictable training programme based on behavioural principles

Adults who do not have a severe learning disability and who are socially isolated may benefit from group-based structured leisure activity programme. Individually-based leisure programmes can be considered for people who find group activities difficult.

Programmes should include:

  • a focus on the interests and abilities of the participants
  • regular meetings for a valued leisure activity
  • a facilitator with a broad  understanding of autism to help integrate the participants
  • the provision of structure and support.


Adults who do not have a severe learning disability can be offered anger management programmes, but these should be adjusted to the needs of adults with autism. Such interventions should typically include:

  • functional analysis of anger and anger-provoking situations
  • coping-skills training and behaviour rehearsal
  • relaxation training
  • development of problem-solving skills


Anti-victimisation interventions can be offered to adults with no or mild learning disability who are at risk of victimisation. These should typically include:

  • decision-making skills in situations associated with abuse
  • problem-solving skills
  • personal safety skills


Individual supported learning programmes can be offered to adults with no or mild learning disability who are having difficulty obtaining or maintaining employment. These should typically include:

  • help with writing CVs and job applications and preparing for interviews
  • training for the identified work role and work-related behaviours
  • carefully matching the person with autism with the job
  • advice to employers about making reasonable adjustments to the workplace
  • continuing support for the person after they start work
  • support for the employer before and after the person starts work, including autism awareness training