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

A recent study found that the median age at autism diagnosis declined slightly from 7 years of age in 2015 to 6 years in 2024, with males increasingly diagnosed earlier. For males, the median age at diagnosis dropped from 7 years in 2015 to 5 years in 2024, according to the analysis. For females, the median age remained near 8 years over the same period.

Early diagnosis can ensure that early intervention services are received, the researchers stated. National guidelines emphasize screening before school entry. Changes in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) that . . .