The Autism Spectrum's Hidden Divide The diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has become a contentious issue in recent years, with 85 year old Professor Dame Uta Frith at its center.
As one of the key researchers in autism since the 1960s, her words carry significant weight and have sparked heated debate among autistic individuals and experts.
The National Autistic Society estimates that there may be a significant underdiagnosis of autism, particularly among women and older people.