Cause of Autism
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While genetic factors can't predict autism, they're a contributing cause of autism. Read about a study that has narrowed the search down to 100 genes.
What causes autism?
Listen to this audio presentation on the cause of autism. This audio clip also presents findings of some recent studies. Great concise summary of the causes of autism.
TV and autism
Slate
Could watching too much TV be a cause of autism? While the evidence is far from conclusive, a recent study has discovered a connection. Read about it here.
Quick summary on causes
Library of Parlimant
This article quickly summarizes the different theories on the cause of autism. A great place to start your search.
Mercury and autism
Boston Globe
Vaccines have been shown to contain a mercury compound that might contribute to the cause of autism. Read more about this connection and why it's so controversial.
A recent study has found no connection between mercury and autism. Even though some say there is still a connection, watch this video that discounts that claim.
Summary of causes
About
This article summarizes all the different theories and facts about the causes of autism. Do genetics and age play a factor? What does the CDC have to say? Find out here.
Environmental causes
Generation Rescue
This is a great article that lays out several causes of autism and supplies a link to the study that supports the claim. A really great article for those looking for answers.
This controversial video presents some alternative views on the cause of autism. Once thought to be purely genetic, new evidence is showing environmental influences.
Autism myths
National Autism Association
Many poor assumptions are made about autism that create stigma and bias. Read several myths about the cause of autism that are dispelled here.
Autism triggers
Autism Research Institute
Watch several videos on environmental factors that might contribute to the cause of autism. Some are a bit technical, but there is a wealth of knowledge on this site.

