Title
Autism's Hidden Habit
Subtitle
Conventional Wisdom Holds that People with Autism Don't Get Hooked on Alcohol or Other Drugs, But New Evidence Suggests Otherwise
Author
Maia Szalavitz
Summary
This online article discusses how new research is demonstrating that people on the autism spectrum, particularly those with normal-range cognitive abilities, can be at risk for developing addictions to alcohol and other substances.

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
Mental Health
Publisher
Spectrum News
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:37 PM EST