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Autism Rates Soar: 1 in 31 Children by 2025

11/1/2025

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Story summary

Autism diagnoses in the United States reached 1 in 31 children by age 8 in 2025, up from 1 in 36 in 2023.
The gap between boys and girls remains as the gender difference narrows.
Autistic individuals face challenges and possess strengths that contribute to society.
Efforts to create inclusive communities include specialized training for educators and autism certification for cities, aiming to support autistic people and foster perspectives.

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Story summary

Autism diagnoses in the United States reached 1 in 31 children by age 8 in 2025, up from 1 in 36 in 2023.
The gap between boys and girls remains as the gender difference narrows.
Autistic individuals face challenges and possess strengths that contribute to society.
Efforts to create inclusive communities include specialized training for educators and autism certification for cities, aiming to support autistic people and foster perspectives.