Scientists crack the Autism Code

Forget the old “spectrum” — autism has real, biological subtypes.

esearchers analyzed 230+ traits in 5,000+ children using AI modeling

Subtype 1: Social & Behavioral Challenges — traits emerge later in life

Subtype 2: Mixed Autism with Delay — developmental signs start in the womb

Subtype 3: Moderate Challenges — mild autism traits, often missed early

Subtype 4: Broadly Affected — intense challenges across all domains

Each subtype has a unique genetic fingerprint and developmental timeline

Some forms are inherited, others triggered by rare spontaneous mutations

This discovery could lead to precision diagnosis and personalized therapies

Autism isn’t one story—it’s four (and counting). Science finally caught up.

Before you master the world, master yourself.

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