AI RESEARCH

Analysis of Ethnic Disparities in Autism Spectrum Disorder among Toddlers

arXiv CS.LG

ArXi:2606.01217v1 Announce Type: cross Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in communication and behavior. This study examines the relationship between ethnicity and ASD traits, along with behavioural scores, sex and neonatal jaundice across three ethnic groups: White Europeans, Asians, and Middle Eastern individuals. We perform a logistic regression and show that ethnicity has a significant effect on incidence of ASD. White Europeans are 81% increased risk of ASD and Middle Easterners are at 79\% reduced risk of ASD compared to Asians.