Background Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the serious developmental disorders
that is usually diagnosed below the age of three years. Although the severity of the disease's …

The prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased dramatically in recent
decades, supporting the claim of an autism epidemic. Systematic monitoring of ASD allows …

The experience of stigma by autistic people is relatively understudied, despite contributing to
a range of poor outcomes and having an overarching impact on well-being. The current …

Importance The global prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been reported to
be between 1% and 2% of the population, with little research in Black, Asian, and other …

There is little comprehensive research into autistic adulthood, and even less into the
services and supports that are most likely to foster flourishing adult autistic lives. This limited …

There are marked racial and ethnic disparities in diagnosis and services for individuals on
the autism spectrum, yet race and ethnicity are underreported and underexamined in autism …

Proponents of autism intervention and those of the neurodiversity movement often appear at
odds, the former advocating for intensive treatments and the latter arguing that autism must …

This comprehensive thematic review aims to highlight and familiarize readers with the
challenges and pitfalls encountered in differential diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders …

Executive summary Affecting about 78 million people worldwide, autism is a condition of
global importance because of its prevalence and the degree to which it can affect individuals …

Recent worldwide epidemiological surveys of autism conducted in 37 countries are
reviewed; the median prevalence of autism is. 97% in 26 high-income countries …