Sex and gender differences in autism spectrum disorder: summarizing evidence gaps and identifying emerging areas of priority

作者：Halladay Alycia K; Bishop Somer; Constantino John N; Daniels Amy M; Koenig Katheen; Palmer Kate; Messinger Daniel; Pelphrey Kevin; Sanders Stephan J; Singer Alison Tepper; Taylor Julie Lounds; Szatmari Peter

来源：Molecular Autism, 2015, 6(1): 36.

DOI：10.1186/s13229-015-0019-y

• Female
• Autism
• Diagnosis
• Protection
• Symposium
• Research

One of the most consistent findings in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research is a higher rate of ASD diagnosis in males than females. Despite this, remarkably little research has focused on the reasons for this disparity. Better understanding of this sex difference could lead to major advancements in the prevention or treatment of ASD in both males and females. In October of 2014, Autism Speaks and the Autism Science Foundation co-organized a meeting that brought together almost 60 clinicians, researchers, parents, and self-identified autistic individuals. Discussion at the meeting is summarized here with recommendations on directions of future research endeavors.

• 出版日期2015-6-13