研究发现,自闭症影响到全世界近6 200万人,突出了早期发现的必要性。 Autism affects nearly 62 million worldwide, study finds, highlighting need for early detection.

自闭症谱系障碍(ASD)是20岁以下年轻人的十大健康问题之一,在2021年影响到全世界近6 200万人,即127人中就有1人。 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is among the top ten health issues for young people under 20, affecting nearly 62 million worldwide in 2021, or one in 127 individuals. 这项研究发表在《柳叶刀精神病学》上,发现男性的发病率是女性的两倍。 The study, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, found the rate among males is double that of females. 研究人员强调必须制定早期发现方案,特别是在中低收入国家,以解决ASD的全球健康负担。 Researchers emphasize the need for early detection programs, particularly in low and middle-income countries, to address the global health burden of ASD.