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Autism affects more boys than girls. The ratio of boys to girls with autism is about 4:1. The National Autistic Society's site (link below) explains more about the different level of occurrence in males and females.
For the most severe cases of autism, the ratio of autism in boys and girls is nearly 1:1. This has led to speculation by some of the most noted experts in the field that girls with autism have a few symptoms that differ from boys and thus are underdiagnosed. (The original description of autism was based on case studies of males, and the underlying reason for some of the behaviors might manifest differently in males and females.) For example, instead of acting aggressive, they might withdraw and be viewed as very shy and passive. Also, their obsession-like special interests (such as animals) cause less concern. So, even though they might have a great many behaviors identified with autism, girls with autism might not come to the notice of parents or educators because of those few behaviors where they differ from males might mean that no concern is triggered despite matching most of the characteristics.
I don't agree with above poster regarding girls being under-diagnosed and reasons why. There are not a "few symptoms" that lead to a diagnosis of autism, like there are for other medical maladies. Basically, a very well trained person must observe the child, speak to the parents and review anecdotal reports regarding the child's behavior. Then and only then can the trained individual say that the child (may) have some degree of autism. There is no absolute test, and anyone that says there is, is not a true trained professional. When making a diagnosis, there is a list of target behaviors, about 20 or so. If the child exhibits a high degree of these behaviors, (like 12 or 15 out of 20) then it's pretty safe to say that the child fits somewhere on the autism spectrum. Every child is different and acts out in different degrees. That is why I question the answer above. AGGRESSIVENESS in and of itself is not necessarily a sign of autism. However, combined with 10 other target behaviors, it may well fit the autism profile. Same with OCD or ADHD. Alone, these behaviors don't really tell you the whole story. However, combined with 10 or 12 other target behaviors, then you might be talking autism. AND, boysand girls would be evaluated on the same scale, looking for the same target behaviors that would suggest autism in the first place! I hope this helps clear things up a bit for some folks. I've been working with adults and children with autism for 30+ years and it is a very complicated, misunderstood disorder....<<>> The female differs from the male in her enhanced ability to rid her body of environmental foreign toxins such as fluorine, chloride, and bromine compounds. These compounds, found in paints, cleaners, plastics, fire retardants in new clothing, bedding, towels, coatings to keep oils and greases from leaching (microwave popcorn bags, carpet coatings), etc, are absorbed by the infant and stay there from 5 to 8 years. This also accounts for the fact that the first child is at a greater risk of having autism, because he/she is the one with the new crib, BFR (brominated fire retardant) treated mattress, freshly painted or cleaned room and carpet, new toys, etc. This is why products such as "Scotchgard" and "Stainmaster" have disappeared, and Biphenol A (BPA) is under fire. see: AutismApocalypse.com
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∙ 9y agoI'm not sure what makes you think that Autism occurs mostly in boys, there's actually no evidence to support that. Most boys are diagnosed with Autism than girls, it's believed that this is because Autism presents differently in girls so it's less likely to be picked-up in school and harder to diagnose.
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∙ 9y agoWe're not entirely sure that Autism is more prevalent in boys than in girls.
Autism displays differently in females than in males, it is possible that it's just as prevalent in females as in males but because of how we assess Autism girls aren't getting diagnosed or their Autism isn't being spotted in childhood via parents, doctors, or teachers.
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∙ 8y agoIn theory Autism is more common in boys than in girls, the ratio is around 4:1.
In some cases Autism can be linked with specific male-only genetic conditions, thus why Autism was originally considered a male-only condition. However the more we understand Autism the more we come to realise that girls display symptoms differently to boys, also how girls are socialized can make it easier to hide symptoms or can mean professionals can often miss symptoms.
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∙ 13y agoAutism is approximately four times more common in males than in females.because males have different features than females
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∙ 15y agoAutism occurs more commonly in boys than girls. The reason is unknown.
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∙ 10y agomales are more likely to get autism then females
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∙ 13y agoIt occurs more often in boys than girls.
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Which gender is more likely to get into fights?
The male gender is more likely to get into fights with the same gender.
Why is autism more likely in a smoking pregnancy?
Autism isn't more likely in a smoking pregnancy. Autism is a neurological difference, just like with any other biological variation it comes down to genetics.
What gender seems to be more affected by autism?
Autism seems to effect males more than females, in part because of the connection to Fragile X Syndrome. However the more we learn about autism the more we realise that it can display in different ways in females, it's likely that far more women then innitially believed are autistic but because of the idea that autism effects mostly men and because it displays differently it can be missed or misdiagnosed more often in women.
What gender is autism mostly found in?
Autism primarily affects males.
Is autism more likely in men or women?
Men. a.k.a. young boys
Will your baby have autism if your girlfriends half brother has it?
It is unlikely that your child would have autism. There is a genetic component to autism, so it is more likely that you would have a child with autism than a couple with no history of autism in their backgrounds. However, it is still more likely that your child will not have autism than have autism.
Is a boy or girl most likely to have autism?
There are about an equal number of boys and girls who are diagnosed with severe cases of autism, but more boys than girls are diagnosed with moderate and mild cases of autism. It has not been determined whether this is because fewer girls have autism or because they are less likely to be diagnosed.
Can anyone get autism?
Autism isn't something you 'get' you are born autistic - anyone can be born autistic, although there does seem to be a gentic link so often autistic people are more likely to have autistic children, or you often see multiple siblings in a single family with autism. As yet we don't know what causes autism, so we can't tell who is more likely to have autistic offspring.
Does autism make you lose your hair?
No, Autism doesn't make you lose your hair - how could it? Autism is a neurological variation, it's no more likely to cause hair loss than any other neurological variation.
Will autistic people have autistic children?
The following numbers are approximations since different studies have found slightly different results. The chance of having one child with autism might be as high as 1 in 100. After having one child with autism, the chance of having a second child with autism is 1 in 20. After having two children with autism, the chance of having a third child with autism is 1 in 3.
Is it possible for only one twin to develop autism?
Yes, it is possible. In one study, the chance that an identical twin has autism when the other does is 82%. That means that 18% of the identical twins did not have autism. It is much more likely that an identical twin will have autism if the other does than that a fraternal twin or other sibling will, but it does not happen every time.
Why does Asperger's occur more in boys than girls?
It likely has to do with the effects of gender-specific hormones, during the 4th and 7th weeks of gestation on brain development, neuron development, and brain cabling. Emfield, Steve. (2011). GEEK SYNDROMES: Causes, Cures and Maps of Autism and other related neurological variances; The 26 Myths and 26 Facts of Autism. Lehi, UT. site.steveemfield.com
