A Message from the NPA re: Trump's WH Announcement about Autism
Hello NPA,
You may have seen recent media coverage regarding the announcement made earlier this week by President Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on autism, acetaminophen (Tylenol), and potential new treatment approaches. Understandably, this has raised many questions and concerns within our communities and the populations we serve.
While there may be a correlation between acetaminophen (Tylenol) and neurodevelopmental mental health illnesses and symptoms, based on the research and information currently established and documented, this does not mean there is a causal relationship between the two. More information and research is needed, which will take time.
Along with many experts, if you have questions and concerns about this, we encourage you to seek out information from trusted and ethical medical and mental health resources, professionals, and clinicians.
We also encourage you to review the following resources to help separate facts from speculation:
American Psychological Association Sept 24, 2025
Correcting misinformation about Autism
Statement from the American Psychiatric Association:
https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/news-releases/apa-statement-on-white-house-announcement-on-autis
Statement from the Autism Science Foundation:
https://autismsciencefoundation.org/press_releases/asf-statement-wh-briefing
Autism Speaks Statement on Tylenol and leucovorin
https://www.autismspeaks.org/news/autism-speaks-statement-tylenol-and-leucovorin
Statement from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2025/09/acog-affirms-safety-benefits-acetaminophen-pregnancy
Statement from the Unbased Science Podcast (Facebook)
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/165E3UjkVU/
Response from the American Academy of Pediatrics:
The American Psychological Association (APA) is also scheduled to meet with their experts in Division 33 this week to explore a response.
NPA remains committed to keeping you informed with reliable, evidence-based information. We will continue to share updates as they become available.–-------------------------------
-Christopher Shewbarran, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Nevada Psychological Association, President
