Autism Support & Care

What causes ASD?

autism-awareness-ribbonExperts think ASD’s are caused by differences in the way the brain develops before, during or soon after birth. It is also thought that the genes a child inherits from their parents have an important role in determining whether they may have Autism. However, the exact cause remains unknown but is probably due to a combination of different factors. Research is also taking place to establish the part played, if any, by environmental factors either before or after birth.