Autism cannot be associated with a specific cause. Scientific research suggests that the below are known causes of autism:
- Rubella
- Genetic Autism
- Fragile X syndrome (a genetic disorder)
- Untreated Phenylketonuria
- Drugs During Pregnancy such as Depakote (also called Valproatean), an anti-seizure medication, taken during pregnancy and antidepressants are two examples.
- Parental Age
- Birth complications
- Encephalitis
- Tuberous sclerosis (Links to an external site.) (genetic disorder)
- Prader-Willi syndrome (Links to an external site.) (genetic disorder)
Causes of Autism (2019, December 10). Causes of Autism https://www.verywellhealth.com/autism-causes-4014494 (Links to an external site.)
Autistic World New Magazine (2019, January 14). 10 Possible Causes of Autism https://www.autisticworld.com/10-possible-causes-for-autism/