Median Age Of Autism Diagnosis Decreased From 7 Years To 6 Years In 2024

The median age at autism diagnosis declined slightly from 7 years of age in 2015 to 6 years in 2024, according to a recent study. Males are increasingly diagnosed earlier, with the median age at diagnosis dropping from 7 years in 2015 to 5 years in 2024, according to the analysis. The median age for females remained near 8 years over the same period.

Early diagnosis is necessary to ensure that early intervention services are received, the researchers stated. National guidelines emphasize screening in early childhood, particularly before school entry. Changes introduced in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental . . .