What Causes Autism?
A printable visual guide explaining current autism research, addressing common myths, and supporting informed, respectful conversations with families.
What Causes Autism? is an approachable, research-based visual resource designed to help BCBAs and clinical leaders explain autism clearly and accurately. The guide walks through prevalence data, common myths about vaccines and acetaminophen, and what research actually shows about genetics and neurodevelopment. It is intended for use during parent coaching, staff training, and interdisciplinary discussions in clinics, schools, and community settings. This resource helps providers address misinformation with clarity while supporting families through respectful, evidence-informed dialogue.
Why Download This Resource?
- Support clear conversations with families by visualizing complex research in an accessible, non-alarming format
- Address common myths about autism, vaccines, and Tylenol using peer-reviewed research and plain language explanations
- Equip teams with consistent, accurate talking points to reduce confusion and misinformation across settings
What You’ll Get:
- A multi-page visual guide explaining current autism prevalence and diagnostic trends
- Clear myth versus fact visuals related to vaccines and autism
- A visual breakdown of recent research on acetaminophen and neurodevelopment, including correlation versus causation
- Plain language explanations of genetic and environmental factors linked to autism
- A references section citing large-scale, peer-reviewed studies for further review
Download What Causes Autism? to support confident, research-informed conversations that center clarity, respect, and accurate understanding.
