AUTISM or something else? The MISDIAGNOSIS problem and how to get the right diagnosis

New study finds online self-reports may not accurately reflect clinical autism diagnoses

A new study published in Nature Mental Health suggests that adults who report high levels of autistic traits through online surveys may not reflect the same social behaviors or clinical profiles as those who have been formally diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Although these two groups may appear similar on paper, the study found meaningful differences in their social interactions, mental health symptoms, and the way they perceive and inf…

AUTISM or something else? The MISDIAGNOSIS problem and how to get the right diagnosis

Autism is commonly misdiagnosed due to overlapping symptoms and other conditions such as ADHD, anxiety disorders and OCD, among others. Women and minorities face higher misdiagnosis rates because of gender issues, masking behaviors and racial disparities in healthcare. Misdiagnosis can have serious consequences, including inadequate treatment, mental health challenges and struggles in school and work. Receiving the right diagnosis is crucial for…

James McClean on autism, family and football: ‘I decided to go through the diagnosis process because there were so many similarities between Willow and me’

Autism was something that I never knew too much about, even though it had been with me forever. I was diagnosed as autistic in 2023, having had our daughter, Willow-Ivy, diagnosed previously.

There are few places in medical and educational institutions and families sometimes wait several years for their autistic children to attend school.

Wisconsin autism societies plan Capitol event

Wisconsin's nonprofit autism societies will mark Autism Acceptance Day on Wednesday, April 2, at noon in the Assembly Parlor at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison.

The Autistic Spectrum Disorder (TEA) is a condition of neurodevelopment that affects communication, social interaction and behavior. Data from the National Survey on the Dynamics of Home Relations (ENDIREH) 2020 of the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) estimate that 1 in every 115 children in Mexico has this condition. The Autistic Spectrum Disorder (TEA) represents a challenge for both families and health and education inst…