The increase in the number of children in the United States diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder may be due to a(n)__________.
A) increase in the numbers of vaccinations given
B) increase in the amount of food dyes and food additives
C) decrease in the numbers of cases of Asperger's disorder and other milder forms of autism spectrum disorder
D) increase in the numbers of cases of Asperger's disorder and other milder forms of autism spectrum disorder

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Recent studies have shown that there has been an increase in the identification of milder forms of autism spectrum disorder, such as Asperger's disorder, which could account for the overall increase in the numbers of children diagnosed with autism in the United States. This increase in identification may be due to better diagnostic tools and greater awareness of autism spectrum disorders among healthcare professionals and the general public.

The Increase in the Number of Children in the United