In a group of moms and kids in Michigan, being exposed to a chemical called PBB-153 during pregnancy didn’t seem to increase the chances of the child being diagnosed with autism — the numbers even leaned slightly toward lower risk, but the results weren’t strong enough to be sure.

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Exploring autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) in children exposed to polybrominated biphenyl

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The study looked at whether moms' exposure to a chemical called PBB-153 during pregnancy affected their kids' chances of having autism, and found no clear link—just like the claim says.

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Exploring autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) in children exposed to polybrominated biphenyl

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DOI: 10.1097/EE9.0000000000000304

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Exposure to certain chemicals during pregnancy, like those found in old electronics or non-stick pans, doesn’t seem to raise the chances of a child having autism, according to a study looking at mom’s blood during pregnancy.

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