Autism diagnoses rose—then researchers found something in 62,000 children
Yahoo Health
A study of 62,081 children in South Korea found that the incidence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has remained stable over time, despite rising diagnosis rates. The research suggests that increased diagnoses are likely due to better recognition and access to services, rather than an actual increase in ASD prevalence. The study challenges the perception of an "autism epidemic" by showing that the underlying rate of autism has not changed significantly.
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