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Global Prevalence of Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders Mayada Elsabbagh, Gauri Divan, Yun‐Joo Koh, Young Shin Kim, Shuaib Kauchali, Carlos Marcín, Cecilia Montiel‐Nava, Vikram Patel, Cristiane S. Paula, Chongying Wang, Mohammad Taghi Yasamy, and Eric Fombonne LAY ABSTRACT We comprehensively reviewed studies of the prevalence of autism worldwide, considering the possible impact of geographic, cultural/ethnic, and socioeconomic factors on prevalence estimates. Based on the evidence reviewed, approximately 1/160 children are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder around the world. While existing estimates vary greatly, the evidence reviewed does not support differences by geographic region nor of a strong impact of ethnic/cultural, social, or economic factors. However, the data is very limited, particularly in low‐income countries. While it is clear that prevalence estimates have increased over time and these vary in different neighboring and distant regions, these findings most likely represent changes in the definition or autism and how it relates to other developmental disabilities, service availability, and awareness of the condition among professionals or the public. The lack of evidence from the majority of the world's population suggests a critical need for further research. © 2012 INSAR/Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Article citation: Autism Res 2012, 5: 160–179 .
Autism Research – Wiley
Published: Jun 1, 2012
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