What we know (and don’t know) about autism, according to science

It’s Not an Epidemic — Black Autistic Students Need Support

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is criticized for stigmatizing autism and spreading falsehoods about the disorder.

What we know (and don’t know) about autism, according to science

Autism cases are increasing globally, but its causes are difficult to specify. US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy jnr has vowed to...

What we know about the 'autism epidemic' RFK Jr. has vowed to solve

Scientists say the rise in youth diagnosed with autism is mostly due to loosening of the definition for autism, not environmental "toxins."

In the United States, health minister Robert Kennedy Jr promises an investigation into the increase in cases of autism, making the staff of a Parisian medical-educational centre for disabled children sceptical or even annoying, and doctors and researchers who are specialists in the subject.

RFK Jr.'s focus on autism draws the ire of researchers

Autism spectrum disorder has been a research subject for some time. While the causes remain largely unknown, the prevalence of autism diagnoses has been steadily increasing over recent years. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that this trend is continuing, leading Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to publicly insist that autism is a "preventable disease" and an "epidemic" that should al…

In the podcast “Health First”, clinical psychologist Jeta Deva spoke about autism, early symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Deva, who is the executive director of the National Autism Association, emphasized that autism is not a disease, but a neurodevelopmental disorder. “Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder, it is not a disease because it is often misunderstood.. autism is just a different way of perceiving the world from their side… and the…