Autism, Health Care and Life Expectancy — What a New Study Reveals
A recent study shows the life expectancy for individuals with autism can be 10 to 30 years less than those without it. But why? It might have to do with inadequate health care. Scott Wright, a researcher at University of Utah and the editor of the book "Autism Spectrum Disorder in Mid and Later Life," talks about the different factors in health care and the challenges individuals with autism have in the health care system. The lesson learned might mean a longer and better quality of life for those with autism.
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Autism, Health Care and Life Expectancy — What a New Study Reveals
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A recent study shows the life expectancy for individuals with autism can be 10 to 30 years less than those without it. But why? It might have to do with inadequate health care. Scott Wright, a researcher at University of Utah and the editor of the book "Autism Spectrum Disorder in Mid and Later Life," talks about the different factors in health care and the challenges individuals with autism have in the health care system. The lesson learned might mean a longer and better quality of life for those with autism.
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- April 14, 2016
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A new study just came out indicating shorter life expectancy for those with ASD. We're going to find out what you should take away from th… Show More- Appears In
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