Experts explain rise in autism diagnoses
U.S. health reporters and clinicians say the rise in autism diagnoses over recent decades reflects a mix of broader diagnostic criteria, greater awareness and earlier screening — though some experts caution environmental and prenatal factors may also play a role. The article cites CDC prevalence milestones (from an estimated 1-in‑5,000–10,000 in the 1970s to 1-in‑31 in 2022), includes quotes from Dr. Steven Quay and Dr. Aggie Papazyan, and links the discussion to recent Washington, D.C. announcements about autism research and possible therapies.
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Autism by the numbers: Experts share reasons for the dramatic surge in diagnoses
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- CDC prevalence benchmarks cited: 1970s estimate 1 in 5,000–10,000; 2000 = 1 in 150; 2010 = 1 in 68; 2022 = 1 in 31
- Named experts interviewed: Dr. Steven Quay (Atossa Therapeutics) and Dr. Aggie Papazyan (Los Angeles psychologist)
- Article ties expert analysis to a recent press conference in Washington, D.C., and mentions debate over acetaminophen links and a cancer drug being explored as a potential autism therapy