Study Shows Autism More Prevalent in Kids Living in Congested Areas
Cases of neurodevelopmental disorders have increased globally in the last couple of years, with countries such as Italy observing a significant increase in cases of autism, noting that the disorder is more than four times higher in males than females. Autism spectrum disorder affects how individuals interact with others, as well as how they behave, learn and communicate. This disorder is said to have multifactorial origins, with recognized environmental and genetic triggers. Researchers posit that the period between fetal life through early childhood is the most vulnerable time for neurodevelopmental disorders. They argue that during this period, exposure to neurotoxic…