Research Finds High Neurodiversity Rates in Youth With Type 2 Diabetes
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Youth diagnosed with type 2 diabetes before age 20 have significantly higher rates of neurodiversity, including autism and ADHD, compared to the general population. The study highlights the need for healthcare systems to address the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals with early-onset T2D to improve health outcomes. Early-onset T2D is rising and linked to worse health outcomes, with neurodivergent individuals facing additional barriers in healthcare engagement and diabetes management.
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