Study Finds Prenatal, Infant Exposure to Pesticides Increases Autism Risk

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By Julie Fidler

There are several theories about what causes autism; one of those revolves around exposure to pesticides. A recent study adds weight to that particular theory, as researchers discovered that children whose mothers were exposed to the most commonly used pesticides were more likely to develop autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Ondine von Ehrenstein, associate professor in the Fielding School of Public Health at the University of California, Los Angeles, and a team of colleagues analyzed autism registry data in California along with pesticide spraying in the state for the study.

Findings from the Research

The study included nearly 38,000 people, including 2,961 cases …read more

Source: naturalsociety.com

    

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