Global and regional insights: unravelling the epidemiological factors and burden of autism spectrum disorders with a focus on China from 1990 to 2021 - Scorecard - MDSpire

Global and regional insights: unravelling the epidemiological factors and burden of autism spectrum disorders with a focus on China from 1990 to 2021

  • By

  • Yang Hai

  • Yuan Yang

  • Mingyang Zou

  • Pengpeng Ye

  • Jia Wang

  • Liwen Feng

  • Xiaomei Gong

  • Te Zhang

  • Maoyi Tian

  • Caihong Sun

  • Lijie Wu

  • May 21, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Global and Regional Perspectives: Analyzing the Epidemiological Factors and Impact of Autism Spectrum Disorders in China from 1990 to 2021

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Key MechanismsNeurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social communication impairments and restricted interests.
Target PopulationChildren, particularly preschool-aged boys.
Care SettingPublic health and epidemiological research.

Key Highlights

  • ASD prevalence in China is projected to rise to 660.28 per 100,000 by 2030.
  • China's average annual percentage change for ASD prevalence and DALYs is higher than the global average.
  • ASD significantly contributes to health loss, especially among preschool boys.
  • The health impact of ASD has been increasing over the past three decades.
  • A strong correlation exists between ASD rates and sociodemographic index (SDI).

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • ASD diagnosis should follow established clinical criteria such as DSM and ICD.

Management

  • Implement targeted prevention and control measures for high-risk groups.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regularly assess the prevalence and burden of ASD using robust epidemiological methods.

Risks

  • Increased ASD prevalence correlates with higher sociodemographic indices.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Children diagnosed with ASD.

Focus on comprehensive understanding and regulation of ASD's multifaceted implications.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize the Global Burden of Disease data for informed public health planning.
  • Consider both fatal and non-fatal outcomes in assessing ASD's impact.

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