The discussion around autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often includes claims linking excessive screen time to the condition. However, experts emphasize that autism is influenced by a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and developmental factors. According to the World Health Organization, approximately one in 100 children worldwide is diagnosed with autism, and its rising prevalence is attributed to improved awareness and diagnostic practices rather than a singular cause. Neurologists like Sheffali Gulati from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences stress that autism cannot be reduced to one trigger, highlighting strong genetic influences and various environmental factors such as air pollution and parental age. While screen time is being studied as an environmental factor, experts like Chakkera Priyanka assert that current evidence does not support a direct causative link between screen exposure and autism. Instead, increased screen use may result from children displaying early traits of autism. Although excessive screen time can lead to developmental issues such as speech delays and anxiety, these effects differ from autism itself. Experts recommend gradual reductions in screen exposure while encouraging more social interaction and play, especially during critical periods of brain development.