Can Two Autistic People Have a Normal Child?
The question of whether two autistic individuals can have a "normal" child often arises from misconceptions about autism.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals perceive and interact with the world. It’s important to note that autism is not a "genetic trait" that guarantees a specific outcome for offspring.
While it’s true that genetic factors can contribute to the likelihood of a child being on the spectrum, autism is influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors. The odds of a child being diagnosed with autism may increase if one or both parents are on the spectrum, but it does not mean that every child of autistic parents will have ASD.
It's essential to remember that "normal" is a subjective term. Autism is a spectrum, and many children diagnosed with autism thrive in society with the right support, therapies, and understanding.
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SOURCE:
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/autism/what-is-autism-spectrum-disorder
https://www.reddit.com/r/AutisticParents/comments/rw1hqr/chances_of_both_autistic_parents_having_an/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/are-siblings-at-greater-risk-of-autism
https://www.quora.com/If-two-autistic-people-have-a-child-would-they-be-able-to-successfully-care-for-it-and-raise-it
https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/which-parent-carries-autism-gene/?srsltid=AfmBOorWBRBJ617mxwoGAZH6j1DQJK2rOqvxKKgqyh1TMAFsm3zMKBmT
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