Social communication difficulties are linked to increased risk of self-harm and suicidal behaviour

Children who have difficulties with social communication, as seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), have a higher risk of self-harm with suicidal behaviour by the age of 16 years compared to those without, finds a University of Bristol study.
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