Does Vitamin D Deficiency Increase the Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder? Linking Evidence with Theory—A Narrative Review

Does Vitamin D Deficiency Increase the Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder? Linking Evidence with Theory—A Narrative Review

<b>Introduction</b>: Vitamin D plays a crucial role in brain health by providing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective benefits. It regulates neurotransmitters and neurotrophins that are essential for the development, maintenance, and functioning of the nervous system. Defi...

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Main Authors:	Sadia Sultan, Noor Alhejin, Raed Serafi, Manar Abu Alrahi, Gehad Afifi, Layan Al-Adawi, Mohammed Serafi, Nada El Madhoun
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-02-01
Series:	Psychiatry International
Subjects:	autistic spectrum disorder autism vitamin D deficiency maternal and neonatal vitamin D vitamin D supplementation randomized controlled trials
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2673-5318/6/1/22
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