Studies of autistic traits in the general population are not studies of autism
Noah J. Sasson, Kristen Bottema‐Beutel
Abstract
Studies of autistic traits in the general population are becoming increasingly prevalent. In this letter to the editor, we caution researchers against framing and interpreting studies of autistic traits in the general population as extending to autism and implore them to be clear about when their study sample does and does not include autistic participants.
Topics & Concepts
AutismAutistic traitsPsychologyPopulationDevelopmental psychologyAutism spectrum disorderMedicineEnvironmental healthAutism Spectrum Disorder ResearchFamily and Disability Support ResearchGenetics and Neurodevelopmental Disorders