Explainer: Why are autism rates rising?

Explainer: Why are autism rates rising?

There are no treatments or cures for autism, nor can it be reversed. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Autism is more common than ever, suggests a new report. In 2022, about 1 out of 31 children in the United States received a diagnosis of autism at the time they were 8, reported online researchers on April 15 in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Weekly Report of Morbidity and Prevention [...]

The Relentless School Nurse: Autism Isn’t Rising—Awareness & Acceptance Is

Why does it seem like so many more kids are being diagnosed with autism today than in the past? Is there really an explosion in cases—or is something else going on? This question has sparked countless headlines, debates, and, unfortunately, a fair amount of misinformation. But understanding the real story behind the numbers is essential—not just for accuracy, but for compassion. In this post, school nurse Holly Giovi breaks down the evolution of…