New study finds autism rates in NJ are higher than other states
Experts attribute it to more and better trained experts in the Garden State that can diagnose the condition and also offer better, earlier treatment.
Suzanne Buchanan
New Jersey's autism rate at 1 in 32 — highest in the country
According to the CDC data, boys in New Jersey are four times more likely than girls to be identified with ASD.
Autism likely affects more children than we know, Rutgers research finds
Despite growing awareness of the developmental disorder, research out of Rutgers University claims autism's reach is much greater than current figures suggest.
New Jersey still leads the nation in autism cases among children
Early intervention is key, according to the experts.
Highest autism rate in NJ — U.S. senator wants more services
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., is pressing for the Autism Coordination, Accountability, Research, Education and Support Act of 2019.
NJ autism rate, already highest in U.S., rises by 19 percent
A new study confirms Jersey has more kids diagnosed with autism than any other state in the nation