The Lancet Commission on autism (2021) provides key recommendations to improve care and research globally. It highlights the need to address disparities, as 95% of autistic individuals live outside high-income countries with limited services. The report introduces "profound autism" to describe those needing 24/7 support and calls for tailored approaches.

Key takeaways:
- Prioritize lifespan care, especially for underserved groups
- Increase inclusion of autistic voices in research
- Develop personalized interventions

For families, this means advocating for:
- Better access to localized, evidence-based therapies
- Recognition of diverse needs (e.g., profound autism vs. lower-support profiles)

Helpful links:
[Full report](https://www.thelancet.com/jour....nals/lancet/article/
[Plain-language summary](https://autismsociety.org/nati....onal-statement-lance

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