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The evolutionary basis for autism? A new SciShow video

I was unable to watch the whole video, she speaks way too fast in a funny accent and the high pitched voice doesn't help either. I did however pick up on something she said at the very beginning of the video - that Autism is not a new phenomena created by a modern environment. Is that what people believe in your country? That autism is caused my microplastics in the diet or by vaccines?

Anecdotal evidence only - no official study has taken place but it's widely accepted in Australia that Autism is twice as present in our indigenous populations as it is in the wider community. It's not something strange and new to them but is something they have lived with and worked with for tens of thousands of years. They are quite used to dealing with many other forms of neurodivergence as well including gender issues and have a level of acceptance in their societies not seen in the western world.

Sistergirls are doing it for themselves: a yarn with Crystal Love
 
Knew she was one of us, as soon as video started. i speak fast so no issue nothing wrong with accent, would fir in here in Canada. Some other cultures are known to accept differences.
 
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