Autism spectrum disorder: Presentation and prevalence in a nationally representative Australian sample

Conclusion: The prevalence of a parent-reported diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder before age 7 in Australia was higher in the B cohort. Data from future Longitudinal Study of Australian Children waves will clarify whether autism spectrum disorder has been diagnosed earlier in the B cohort or if there is a continued increase in prevalence. Future waves will also provide crucial information about the types and severity of problems experienced during the primary and secondary school years which will assist service planning.

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Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry - February 23, 2016 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Randall, M., Sciberras, E., Brignell, A., Ihsen, E., Efron, D., Dissanayake, C., Williams, K. Tags: Research Source Type: research