# Tracking rising autism and ADHD diagnoses across Japan

Source: [Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-11-tracking-autism-adhd-japan.html) · 2026-11-09 · Medicine
Page: https://themorning.science/story/tracking-rising-autism-and-adhd-diagnoses-across-japan-326eebbc09fcac8e
Kind: research · Impact: medium

## In brief

- Autism spectrum disorder and ADHD diagnoses are increasing in Japan.
- The rise is no longer limited to children; national data show adult ADHD diagnoses have overtaken ASD diagnoses.
- Young adult women are also among the groups showing increases, according to the report.

## Why it matters

Rising diagnosis rates across age groups and sexes point to changing recognition and service needs, which matter for clinicians, educators and health planners who track neurodevelopmental conditions.

## Timeline

- 2026-11-09: Medical Xpress reports on rising autism and ADHD diagnoses across Japan

## Coverage

- [Tracking rising autism and ADHD diagnoses across Japan](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-11-tracking-autism-adhd-japan.html) — Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories, 2026-11-09

Tags: autism, adhd, japan, neurodevelopmental disorders, diagnosis trends

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