Role of parental occupation in autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and severity (original) (raw)

This research investigates the relationship between parental occupation and the diagnosis and severity of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. The study suggests that specific occupational backgrounds may correlate with higher instances of ASD in offspring, potentially due to genetic and environmental factors. Findings indicate that parental profiles, including traits consistent with the broader autism phenotype, could influence the likelihood of ASD diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of considering familial and occupational contexts in understanding ASD.