A new global analysis reveals that an estimated 61.8 million people in 2021 were autistic -;equivalent to 1 in every 127 individuals. Conducted as part of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021, the research identifies autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as one of the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden for youth under 20 years old.

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Improved diagnostic tools and early intervention crucial for autism’s global health burden

Autism prevalence varies significantly by region, with Japan having the highest in the world.

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Autism affects about 1 in 127 people, global study finds

An estimated 61.8 million people worldwide were on the autism spectrum in 2021.

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One in 127 people have autism, global prevalence study finds

A new global analysis reveals that an estimated 61.8 million people in 2021 were autistic —equivalent to one in every 127 individuals. Conducted as part of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021, the research identifies autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as one of the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden for youth under 20 years old.

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Autism spectrum disorder ranks among top 10 causes of non-fatal health burden in youth, global study shows

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According to a recent study, it is indeed more common in men, and Japan has the highest proportion of people on the spectrum.

Egy friss kutatás szerint a férfiaknál valóban gyakoribb az előfordulás, és Japánban van arányaiban a legtöbb spektrumon élő.

Minden 127 emberből egyet érint az autizmus spektrumzavar

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One in every 127 people is affected by autism spectrum disorder

The overall prevalence of the disorder in 2021 was 788.3 per 100,000 people, "substantially higher" than that of 369 per 100,000 (one in 271 individuals) estimated by the same study in 2019.

La prevalencia global del trastorno en 2021 fue de 788,3 por 100.000 personas, "sustancialmente mayor" que la de 369 por 100.000 (uno de cada 271 individuos) estimada por el mismo estudio en 2019

¿Por qué se han multiplicado los casos de autismo en dos años? Este estudio tiene la explicación

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Why have autism cases multiplied in two years? This study has the explanation

There's been a significant rise in individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in recent years, with an estimated 61.8 million cases worldwide. Experts are now calling for better access to medical support as it moves into the top 10 of non-fatal health burdens.Continue ReadingCategory: ADHD & Autism, Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Autism, neurodiversity, Disease, Neuroscience, Disability

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One in 127 people now have autism, up more than 110% from 2019

Research Suggests Global Autism Trends Demand Early Action

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New Delhi: A study has estimated that one in every 127 people globally, or 6.18 crore individuals, had autism in 2021, with the neurodevelopmental condition featuring among the top 10 causes of non-fatal health burden in youth aged under 20 years. The disorder is associated with repetitive behaviour and affected social skills. Signs, which can begin to show as early as 12 months of age, include poor non-verbal communication, such as avoiding eye…

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One in every 127 people globally had autism in 2021: Study

A global analysis found that an estimated 61.8 million people were autistic in 2021, with ASD being one of the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden for youth. Prevalence is higher among males compared to females, with disparities across regions. The urgent need for early detection and support for autistic individuals worldwide is emphasized, along with prioritizing resources for diagnosis, caregiver support, and tailored services. Improved …

Improved diagnostic tools and early intervention crucial for autism’s global health burden

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