Autism Overdiagnosis and Its Harmful Effects

Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine 2026

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Authors: Lester Liao, Éric Fombonne

DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2026.0400

Cited by: 7

References: 9

Abstract

This Viewpoint describes the extent and mechanisms of overdiagnosis in autism and reviews its harmful implications.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Behavioral and Psychological Studies Pain Management and Placebo Effect

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