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Scientists discover a surprising clue to autism's origins hidden in the placenta

Scientists have uncovered an unexpected connection between inflammation during pregnancy, placental damage, and autism-like traits in male mice, while females appeared naturally protected.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated November 3, 2026, 12:41 PM UTC

The discovery could help explain why autism is diagnosed more frequently in boys and reveal new opportunities for early intervention.

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