• Dr. Bappaditya Adak

Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorder is a lifelong neurodevelopmental male dominant condition, and the number is increasing rapidly worldwide. Regarding its cause, researchers believe that ASD is a gene-dominant disorder, but maternal health during pregnancy is a concern. The present study identified some maternal-prenatal risk factors for ASD. The researcher used an exploratory and qualitative approach. A total of 50 mothers were included in the study as participants who had a child already diagnosed with ASD. Findings show that most of the mothers have a history of prenatal diseases; more than one time threatened abortions, increased maternal age, and are surrounded by an unhygienic health environment and mental stress and trauma. The findings will help future mothers and health professionals take precautions to avoid the situation.

Key words: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Maternal Prenatal Health, Risk Factors.

"Mothers Prenatal Health as Risk Factors for Autism Spectrum Disorder", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.7, Issue 1, page no.684-690, January-2020, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2001090.pdf

"Mothers Prenatal Health as Risk Factors for Autism Spectrum Disorder", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.7, Issue 1, page no. pp684-690, January-2020, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2001090.pdf