Maternal- and child-related risk factors for autism during the perinatal period

Abstract Background Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a heterogeneous neurodevelopmental commonly prevalent in children worldwide including KSA. It causes disability social interaction, communication, and restrictive repetitive behaviors. Detecting risk factors for ASD could help initiate screening prevention approaches. Herein, this study aimed to detect several maternal neonatal Results Ninety-four cases 282 control completed an online survey tool. The items were close-ended questions. Participants asked about maternal-related autism during perinatal period. logistic regression model revealed having child diagnosed with two predictors: related the mother baby whole was sig ( p < 0.0001). have more impact on developing than OR 3 vs 2.3, respectively, 0.01 both). Conclusion findings of will be beneficial subsequent nationwide screenings educational programs. brought light potential identifying need early intervention.