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Autism is diagnosed about 3 to 4 times more often in boys, but research suggests many autistic girls are missed. Learn what studies show about masking, later diagnosis, and raising concerns.
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Stimming means repetitive movements or sounds, like hand flapping or rocking. Learn what research and autistic adults say about why it happens, whether to stop it, and when to get help.
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There is no blood test for autism. Learn what happens in a child's autism evaluation, who can diagnose, which tests are used, how reliable early diagnosis is, and why waits happen.
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Learn early signs of autism by age, what screening can tell you, and how to seek support—with clear explanations and links to research.
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