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Q&A with Australian Health Practitioners
Is autism related to premature birth?
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I recently gave birth at 32 weeks to a premi baby and am concerned there are links to autism, is this true? -
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A/Prof Cheryl Dissanayake
Psychologist
Assoc Prof & Reader Cheryl Dissanayake is the Director of the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre. She is also an Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology … View Profile
Prematurity is one of (many) the risk factors for autism. However, this does not mean that your premature baby will have autism. If you have concerns about your child's social responsiveness, do speak with your maternal and child health nurse.
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