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Guide to Autism
Autism Causes and Risk Factors
The causes of autism spectrum disorder are still unknown and many theories have been disproven. Learn about the ongoing research into genetics, brain structure, and more to stay well-informed.
Autism: Causes and Risk Factors
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Link Between Genetics and Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Celiac Disease, Gluten, and Autism: Is There a Link?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
7 Science-Based Facts We Know About Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
What Could Be Potential Risk Factors for Autism?
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Why "Refrigerator" Mothers Were Blamed for Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Tuberous Sclerosis Raises the Risk of Autism
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
The MMR Vaccination-Autism Controversy
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
These 8 Things Don't Cause Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Can Wheat or Dairy Cause Autism?
By Lisa Jo Rudy
Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Children Can Have Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Andrew Wakefield, the MRR Vaccine, and Autism
Fact checked by Ashley Hall