Researchers have conducted a meta-analysis looking at 33 studies examining the impact of the altered definition of autism. They found that diagnoses of autism have decreased since the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders was adopted.

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Researchers have conducted a meta-analysis looking at 33 studies examining the impact of the altered definition of autism. They found that diagnoses of autism have decreased since the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders was adopted.