CDC Reports: 1 in 36 American Children Have Autism
The CDC reports that 1 in 36 or 2.8% of American 8-year-olds has an autism diagnosis. This rate is a 22% increase from the last reporting period (December 2021).
Multiple Studies Show Autism Rates Surging Worldwide
Three large epidemiological studies released this spring show a continuing trend, autism rates are increasing, not just in the United States, but across the globe. Regrettably, researchers and scientists still do not understand why.
Autism Prevalence Still Rising per CDC
New Official Rate is 1 in 54, up 10% Since Last Report Progress Lacking in Early Diagnosis, Racial & Ethnic Disparities Found The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its latest prevalence estimates for autism. It reports 1 in 54 children have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The rate is an increase of […]
US Government: Latest Autism Prevalence Survey shows 1 in 68 Affected, Same as 2 Years Ago
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today released data on autism prevalence from its most recent survey.
