Difference between revisions of "Environmental causes"
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| − | While the [[:Category:Genes|genetic contributions]] to the development of Autism Spectrum Disorders are significant, there are also likely to be significant environmental contributions to the development of autism. | + | While the [[:Category:Genes|genetic contributions]] to the development of Autism Spectrum Disorders are significant, there are also likely to be significant environmental contributions to the development of autism.There are many chemicals which significantly increase the risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities, including lead and organophosphate insecticides. |
Revision as of 11:09, 7 October 2010
Environmental Factors
While the genetic contributions to the development of Autism Spectrum Disorders are significant, there are also likely to be significant environmental contributions to the development of autism.There are many chemicals which significantly increase the risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities, including lead and organophosphate insecticides.
