At least part of the reason we see more cases of autism is because because the definition of what qualifies as autism is broader.
Acetaminophen is the only non prescription pain killer I can take. I hope they do not take it away . No chance of pregnancy.
I think part of it is also more ASD children surviving long enough for it to be diagnosed. My ASD granddaughter nearly starved to death while she was an infant. A lot of people on the spectrum suffer from dystonia. My granddaughter’s muscles were too weak to allow her to nurse properly. How many infants who died from “failure to thrive” were autistic?
Redefinitions and greater awareness account for roughly 25% of the increase according to most peer reviewed journals.
The main problem with acetaminophen is interference with the endocannabinoid system.
Not only is there a correlation but there is a known mechanism by which acetaminophen can alter fetal brain development and lead to autism.