Autism's Impact on Human Brain Evolution The human brain is a complex organ that has evolved over millions of years to become one of the most advanced in the animal kingdom.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects up to 1% of the global population, and while it is often viewed as a developmental disorder or a neurological anomaly, recent research suggests that it may have played a role in shaping the evolution of the human brain.
The Evolutionary Origins of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Theories on the evolutionary origins of autism abound.