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Autism

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Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a broad range of conditions that affect communication and behavior, usually appearing by age 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that autism affects 1 in 36 children. 1 This data reflects in part an increased ability to recognize and diagnose characteristics of autism spectrum disorder earlier in a child's life.

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People with autism may have difficulty with communication and social interaction; restricted interests and repetitive behaviors; that may result in challenges at school, work, and other areas of life.
 

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What Causes Autism?

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Studies indicate the rate of autism is rising, but causes are not well-understood. Scientists have found rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations in people with autism, implying a genetic component. Some factors that indicate genetic influences on the development and diagnosis with autism include:

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A growing area of research focuses on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. For example, the impact of exposure to a harmful contaminant may be influenced by a pregnant woman's or fetus\u2019 genetic background. No link has been found between autism and vaccines, including those containing thimerosal, a mercury-based compound.

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What Environmental Factors May Be Associated With Autism?

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Progress has been made toward understanding different environmental contributors, and the clearest evidence involves events before and during birth, such as:

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But these factors alone are unlikely to cause autism. Rather, they appear to increase a child\u2019s likelihood for developing autism when combined with genetic factors.

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    \n \n CDC (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) 2018. Data and Statistics on Autism Spectrum Disorder. [accessed 7 March 2019]. [Available CDC (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) 2018. Data and Statistics on Autism Spectrum Disorder. [accessed 7 March 2019].] \n
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Autism

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Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a broad range of conditions that affect communication and behavior, usually appearing by age 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that autism affects 1 in 36 children. 1 This data reflects in part an increased ability to recognize and diagnose characteristics of autism spectrum disorder earlier in a child's life.

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People with autism may have difficulty with communication and social interaction; restricted interests and repetitive behaviors; that may result in challenges at school, work, and other areas of life.
 

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What Causes Autism?

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Studies indicate the rate of autism is rising, but causes are not well-understood. Scientists have found rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations in people with autism, implying a genetic component. Some factors that indicate genetic influences on the development and diagnosis with autism include:

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A growing area of research focuses on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. For example, the impact of exposure to a harmful contaminant may be influenced by a pregnant woman's or fetus\u2019 genetic background. No link has been found between autism and vaccines, including those containing thimerosal, a mercury-based compound.

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What Environmental Factors May Be Associated With Autism?

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Progress has been made toward understanding different environmental contributors, and the clearest evidence involves events before and during birth, such as:

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But these factors alone are unlikely to cause autism. Rather, they appear to increase a child\u2019s likelihood for developing autism when combined with genetic factors.

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Autism

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Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a broad range of conditions that affect communication and behavior, usually appearing by age 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that autism affects 1 in 36 children. 1 This data reflects in part an increased ability to recognize and diagnose characteristics of autism spectrum disorder earlier in a child's life.

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People with autism may have difficulty with communication and social interaction; restricted interests and repetitive behaviors; that may result in challenges at school, work, and other areas of life.
 

\n

What Causes Autism?

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Studies indicate the rate of autism is rising, but causes are not well-understood. Scientists have found rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations in people with autism, implying a genetic component. Some factors that indicate genetic influences on the development and diagnosis with autism include:

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A growing area of research focuses on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. For example, the impact of exposure to a harmful contaminant may be influenced by a pregnant woman's or fetus\u2019 genetic background. No link has been found between autism and vaccines, including those containing thimerosal, a mercury-based compound.

\n

What Environmental Factors May Be Associated With Autism?

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Progress has been made toward understanding different environmental contributors, and the clearest evidence involves events before and during birth, such as:

\n \n

But these factors alone are unlikely to cause autism. Rather, they appear to increase a child\u2019s likelihood for developing autism when combined with genetic factors.

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Autism

\n

Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a broad range of conditions that affect communication and behavior, usually appearing by age 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that autism affects 1 in 36 children. 1 This data reflects in part an increased ability to recognize and diagnose characteristics of autism spectrum disorder earlier in a child's life.

\n

People with autism may have difficulty with communication and social interaction; restricted interests and repetitive behaviors; that may result in challenges at school, work, and other areas of life.
 

\n

What Causes Autism?

\n

Studies indicate the rate of autism is rising, but causes are not well-understood. Scientists have found rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations in people with autism, implying a genetic component. Some factors that indicate genetic influences on the development and diagnosis with autism include:

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A growing area of research focuses on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. For example, the impact of exposure to a harmful contaminant may be influenced by a pregnant woman's or fetus\u2019 genetic background. No link has been found between autism and vaccines, including those containing thimerosal, a mercury-based compound.

\n

What Environmental Factors May Be Associated With Autism?

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Progress has been made toward understanding different environmental contributors, and the clearest evidence involves events before and during birth, such as:

\n \n

But these factors alone are unlikely to cause autism. Rather, they appear to increase a child\u2019s likelihood for developing autism when combined with genetic factors.

\n
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Autism

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Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a broad range of conditions that affect communication and behavior, usually appearing by age 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that autism affects 1 in 36 children. 1 This data reflects in part an increased ability to recognize and diagnose characteristics of autism spectrum disorder earlier in a child's life.

\n

People with autism may have difficulty with communication and social interaction; restricted interests and repetitive behaviors; that may result in challenges at school, work, and other areas of life.
 

\n

What Causes Autism?

\n

Studies indicate the rate of autism is rising, but causes are not well-understood. Scientists have found rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations in people with autism, implying a genetic component. Some factors that indicate genetic influences on the development and diagnosis with autism include:

\n \n

A growing area of research focuses on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. For example, the impact of exposure to a harmful contaminant may be influenced by a pregnant woman's or fetus\u2019 genetic background. No link has been found between autism and vaccines, including those containing thimerosal, a mercury-based compound.

\n

What Environmental Factors May Be Associated With Autism?

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Progress has been made toward understanding different environmental contributors, and the clearest evidence involves events before and during birth, such as:

\n \n

But these factors alone are unlikely to cause autism. Rather, they appear to increase a child\u2019s likelihood for developing autism when combined with genetic factors.

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Source Agency: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
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