The potential association between psychiatric disorders in parents and the risk of the offspring developing autism spectrum disorder.
By Dr. Sushama R. Chaphalkar, PhD.Apr 26 2024Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLM In a recent cohort study published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe, researchers from Sweden and Finland conducted a population-based study to investigate the potential association between psychiatric disorders in parents and the risk of the offspring developing autism spectrum disorder .
The complex genetic architecture of psychiatric disorders, with multiple alleles across various loci, may contribute to a higher risk. Current evidence on this association is fragmented and hindered by inconsistent results, methodological limitations, and potential confounding factors. Related StoriesIn both Sweden and Finland, regular medical check-ups and developmental assessments are standard procedures for infants and preschoolers. Children showing signs of ASD are referred to specialists in child psychiatry or neurology for detailed evaluation, following established protocols for diagnosis.
Pre-childbirth psychiatric diagnoses were found in 4.94% of fathers only, 8.24% of mothers only, and 1.63% of both parents. Affected parents were younger, less educated, had lower income, and their offspring were more likely to be preterm and diagnosed with autism earlier.
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