GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
AUTISM
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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increase
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decrease
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -There are several potential explanations for an increase in the observed prevalence of ASDs including better analytic tools, better identification and screening methods, changes in diagnostic criteria, increased awareness among parents and clinicians, and changes in the availability of services.
Detailed explanation-2: -Advances in diagnostic capabilities and greater understanding and awareness of autism spectrum disorder seem to be largely driving the increase, the Rutgers researchers said. But there’s probably more to the story: Genetic factors, and perhaps some environmental ones, too, might also be contributing to the trend.
Detailed explanation-3: -Increasing age of parents is an important factor that increases the chances of autism in the baby. Given the higher incidence of late marriages and conception, this may be one of the reasons why there is a slight increase in the number of babies being born with autistic traits.