Experts doubt Kennedy will quickly find autism's cause

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plan to quickly uncover the causes of autism has been met with skepticism from experts, who deem the timeline unrealistic. He plans to create a new database to find the root causes of autism and other chronic diseases. Experts cite the complex genetic and neurological factors involved in autism, which have been studied for decades, as reasons for their skepticism. They also point out that autism is not a single disease but a spectrum disorder with multiple potential causes, making a quick discovery unlikely. Kennedy's announcement follows rising autism rates, which he attributes to environmental factors. However, experts emphasize the complexity of autism, the need for long-term research, and the importance of understanding the disorder's diverse manifestations.