A disturbing number of TikTok videos about autism include claims that are “patently false,” study finds

Content related to autism on TikTok appears to have a significant and widespread audience but the majority of the information provided in these videos is not aligned with the current scientific understanding of autism, according to new research published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of complex neurodevelopmental disorders that affect an individual’s social interaction, communication skills, behavior, and interests. ASD encompasses a wide range of symptoms and levels of impairment, which is why it is referred to as a “spe...