Autism evidence brief released

The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences has released a new Autism: An Evidence Brief, examining the complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors that influence development.

The brief also explores the increasing prevalence of autism in Australia. It highlights contributing factors such as greater public awareness, changes to diagnostic criteria, improved modelling, and policy drivers like the NDIS.

This resource may be of interest to allied health professionals working with neurodiverse clients or supporting families navigating diagnosis and care pathways.

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