CDC Finds Developmental Disability Prevalence Up ‘Significantly’
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A CDC study found that the prevalence of developmental disabilities among U.S. children aged 3 to 17 increased significantly between 2019 and 2024, with autism diagnoses rising over 42% and overall prevalence reaching 1 in 5 children. The increase is attributed to earlier detection, greater awareness, and reduced stigma, leading to more children receiving necessary services. ADHD, learning disabilities, and other developmental delays also saw notable increases, while intellectual disability showed a smaller rise.
All articles from 23 October 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.