In this episode, we tackle the controversial claim that Tylenol causes Autism. But,does it really? How strong is the evidence and might there be alternative explanations for this observation? In this episode, Dr. Desi Jones breaks down what the research actually says, what it doesn't say, and why such claims can be detrimental.

Suggested Readings

• Meta-analysis showing no relationship between acedemphin and Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://www.jaacap.org/article/S0890-8567(25)02106-9/fulltext
• The discussed qualitative synthesis used to argue for a relation is here: https://ehjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12940-025-01208-0
• The Swedish population-based study showing no relationship after controlling for siblings is https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2817406.
• Opinion Piece by Dr. Jones in the Baltimore Sun is ⁠here⁠ : https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/09/27/trump-autism-tylenol/?share=yp2puwmwwwromrmptuom