Background The evidence for adverse effects of ambient particulate matter (PM) pollution on
mental health is limited. Studies in Western countries suggested higher risk of autism …

The number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has rapidly
increased globally. Genetic and environmental factors both contribute to the development of …

Some recent human and animal studies have suggested that air pollution may affect the
central nervous system and contribute to neurodevelopmental outcomes, such as autism …

Background There has been increasing attention on the associations between ambient
particulate matter (PM) in early-life and neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). However …

Background: Epidemiologic studies have reported associations between prenatal and early
postnatal air pollution exposure and autism spectrum disorder (ASD); however, findings …

The causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are not well known. Recent investigations
have suggested that air pollution, including PM 2.5, may play a role in the onset of this …

Background Exposure to ambient air pollution is widespread and may be detrimental to
human brain development and a potential risk factor for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) …

Background The number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has
been increasing. Previous studies suggested potential association between pregnancy air …

There is limited evidence that long-term exposure to ambient air pollution increases the risk
of childhood autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The objective of the study was to investigate …

Despite the widely-known effects of air pollution, pollutants exposure surrounding
pregnancy and the risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in newborns remains …