The real reason autism has become a pandemic is because, if you have a kid diagnosed as “autistic,” you get to collect a government check.
How much?
It’ also because the media portrays it as a “super power.”
and more time taking tests in college.
people like having diagnosis because its an excuse for anything and everything....ptsd is another popular excuse..its amazing how all the WW2 guys came home without them claiming it..different breed of men.