In-Utero Acetaminophen Exposure May Increase Risk for ADHD and Autism

Newborns exposed to high levels of acetaminophen in the womb were three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD or autism spectrum disorder, according to a new controversial Johns Hopkins study. The findings, which warrant additional investigation and do not prove causality, have received backlash from members of the professional community who point out inconsistencies in the selection of sampled children and the method used to determine acetaminophen exposure.