This post is part of our new “EDCs HEAL serie“.
Neurological disorders affecting child brain development and behaviour
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS (ASD)
A number of recent studies show an increase in the incidence and prevalence of autism over the last 50 years. Studies in several countries show a population rate of
one in 500.
ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is now the most common neuro-developmental disorder in children in Europe. Studies in several countries show a
population rate of one in 500. In the UK, 3.62% of boys and 0.85% of girls aged 4-15 are affected. Incidence rates in EU countries range from 2-10%.
Sources – @HealthandEnv HEAL News
- Diseases and conditions, Neurological disorders, 18 June 2014.
- Health costs in the EU, how much is related to EDCs? Full Report.