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[Original article appeared in American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities]
Women with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism were found to have higher rates of pregnancy complications than women in the general obstetric population.
The U.S. Preventative Task Force is creating waves by recommending against universal screening for autism. Both the AAP and most autism advocacy groups encourage early screening and early intervention for toddlers who are identified to be on the spectrum.