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A recent study has found a moderately higher risk of autism spectrum disorder in children born to pregnant people exposed to tap water with higher levels of lithium. However, it’s important to note that this association does not show a direct link between the two. Autism spectrum disorder affects about 1 in 36 children in the US each year, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
While the exact cause of autism is still unknown, genetics and potential environmental factors have been considered. Cases of autism may be on the rise, but the reasons behind this increase are unclear. Some studies suggest that the increased number of cases is due to better screening and detection methods rather than an actual increase in prevalence.
Lithium, an alkali metal used in various industries and also found naturally in some food and groundwater, has been implicated in this study. The researchers found a small association between lithium and autism diagnosis in Denmark, where the levels of lithium in drinking water are similar to those in American water systems. As the levels of lithium in water increased, there was a modest increase in the risk of an ASD diagnosis.
It’s worth noting that this research does not prove that lithium exposure directly leads to an autism diagnosis. Further study is required to replicate the findings in other countries and to understand the potential mechanisms involved.
The implications of these findings for public health policy are complex. While the study associates lithium levels in water with a potential risk of ASD, other studies have shown health benefits associated with lithium, such as lower rates of hospitalization for psychiatric disorders and suicide. Developing guidelines for lithium in drinking water that protect the entire population will require careful consideration.
It’s also important to consider other research on lithium exposure. Studies on pregnant people who take lithium for mental health disorders, at much higher levels than those found in drinking water, have not shown a connection with autism spectrum disorder. This suggests that the association found in this study may not be causative.
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