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The hope is that "objective measurements can help speed that process," researcher says
Diagnosis was consistent between primary care providers and autism experts in 82% of cases
Integrated approach includes home-based prep and environmental modification
Researchers found an increased risk in a Danish population-based study
But early evaluations in young children started to fall as pandemic set in
Use of leukotriene-receptor antagonists not tied to risks of ADHD, autism, Tourette syndrome
No evidence-based intervention available, but screening, healthy lifestyle are recommended
Nearly twice as likely to be hospitalized as autistic young men, Swedish study showed
South Korean study looked at effects of short-term exposure on ASD-related outcomes
Oral drug no better than placebo at boosting socialization and communication
Valproate not the only one associated with neurodevelopmental disorders
Other maternal factors likely explain increased risk
