The 411 on Blacks and Autism

How the disorder affects African-Americans.

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Black Children Are Diagnosed Late - A 2011 study found that the average African-American child is diagnosed late with autism at 8 years old compared to 6 years old for white children. Not to mention, researchers also found that when Black parents do mention autism to their doctors, they are more likely to be ignored. By delaying diagnosis, Black children are more likely to need more extensive and longer treatment. (Photo: NNS/Landov)

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