Autism, ADHD risk not linked to prenatal exposure to antidepressants

Two new large studies may provide reassurance to pregnant women with depression

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SEEKING TREATMENT  Pregnant women coping with depression now may have one less thing to worry about: Prenatal exposure to antidepressants doesn’t raise autism risk, two new studies suggest.

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Taking antidepressants during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, two new large studies suggest.