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Autism Diagnosis Is Expanding — At a Cost

Autism may be overdiagnosed — and, Liao and Fombonne argue, that children with the greatest needs may be paying the price.

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  • Kerri Miller

  • April 23, 2026

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Autism Diagnosis Is Expanding — At a Cost

  • by Kerri Miller

  • April 23, 2026

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