Title
Why Don't We Know What Environmental Factors Cause Autism?
Author
Sarah Deweerdt
Summary
This online article describes how it is difficult to demonstrate that any particular environmental factor increases the likelihood that a fetus or infant will develop autism. It notes that few environmental contributors to the causation of autism have been definitively identified so far, but it also discusses new approaches to research in the area.
Spectrum News offers information about new developments in autism research, as well as discussion of trends and controversies in research. Spectrum News began as part of SFARI.org, and receives funding from the SFARI foundation.
Language
English
Subjects
General
Publisher
Spectrum News
DateModified
3/10/2023 6:01 PM EST