Title
How the Immune System May Play a Role in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Author
Shawna Thompson; Jonathan Lai
Summary
This online article describes a review of scientific research on how the immune system may be involved in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Research demonstrates that maternal infection during pregnancy increases risk for autism in children, and it has identified number of differences in the immune systems of some individuals with ASD.

The Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Care Research group, based out of York University, writes summaries of research studies on autism and developmental disabilities to inform parents, individuals with autism, practitioners, and the general public on recent findings about autism.
Language
English
Subjects
Physical Health
Publisher
Chair in Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Care Research
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:35 PM EST