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Addressing Autism: Giving Physicians Tools

Sean Price

    Texas Medicine
    |December 5, 2019
    PubMed

    Insights

    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 59 children in the U.S., being more prevalent in boys. Recognizing its impact, physicians are encouraged to enhance resources for families impacted by ASD.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric developmental disorders
    • Public health epidemiology

    Background:

    • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a significant and growing developmental disability in the United States.
    • Current estimates indicate that ASD affects approximately 1 in 59 children nationwide.
    • ASD is notably more common in boys, occurring about four times more frequently than in girls.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To acknowledge the increasing prevalence and importance of autism spectrum disorder.
    • To encourage the expansion and promotion of resources for families affected by autism.

    Main Methods:

    • Resolution approved by the Texas Medical Association (TMA) House of Delegates in 2019.
    • Encouraging physicians to actively participate in resource development and dissemination.

    Main Results:

    • Formal recognition of autism spectrum disorder as a growing public health concern.
    • Initiation of a physician-led effort to improve support systems for families with autism.

    Conclusions:

    • The medical community, through organizations like the TMA, is responding to the rising incidence of ASD.
    • There is a call to action for physicians to play a more active role in supporting families navigating the challenges of autism spectrum disorder.

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