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Study Reveals Distinct Profiles in Autism Diagnosis Timing

10/5/2025

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Autism diagnosed in early childhood shows distinct genetic and developmental profiles from later diagnoses.
Early-diagnosed individuals have lower social/communication skills, with later-diagnosed individuals facing behavioral challenges and ADHD/depression.
A study of over 45,000 individuals reveals different genetic profiles between early- and later-diagnosed groups, supporting subtypes.
Age at diagnosis appears shaped by social and healthcare factors, underscoring validation in diverse populations.

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Story summary

Autism diagnosed in early childhood shows distinct genetic and developmental profiles from later diagnoses.
Early-diagnosed individuals have lower social/communication skills, with later-diagnosed individuals facing behavioral challenges and ADHD/depression.
A study of over 45,000 individuals reveals different genetic profiles between early- and later-diagnosed groups, supporting subtypes.
Age at diagnosis appears shaped by social and healthcare factors, underscoring validation in diverse populations.