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Tag Archives: ASD
Analysis suggests proposed changes to autism definition would exclude many
A possible change in the definition of autism and one top expert says the change could, quote, “make these autism epidemic go away.”
Posted in Bioethics, Children's Health, Mental Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder
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Demand for ABA therapy growing for children with autism
Recently, the Los Angeles Times ran a very nice four-part series on autism in an effort to understand reasons for the burgeoning rates of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) over the past two decades.
Posted in Mental Health, Parenting
Tagged ABA therapy, applied behavior analysis, ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder
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Autism and Childhood Vaccinations: The Myth is Finally Debunked
In a number of previous blogs, I’ve discussed vaccine myths, in an attempt to bring you information about vaccines that is reliable, trustworthy, and medically accurate. I recently found this review of the myth that vaccines cause autism and wanted … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder, immunization, MMR vaccine, thimerosal, vaccine, vaccine myth, vaccine myths, vaccine safety, vaccines
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U.K. bans doctor who linked autism to MMR vaccine
In past blogs, I’ve exposed what I consider to be the unethical and unscrupulous actions of Dr. Andrew Wakefield and his so-called autism research. Here are just a few: Lancet formally retracts paper linking vaccine to autism U.S. study clears … Continue reading
Posted in Bioethics, Children's Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder, mmr, MMR vaccine, vaccine myth
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Low immunization rates linked to epidemic spread of whooping cough
Barb, my wife, reported to me that friends who are expecting a baby very soon, have informed those who may be visiting or caring for the baby, including grandparents, be immunized against whooping cough (pertussis). Barb asked me, “Is that … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, pertussis, pertussis vaccine, whooping cou, whooping cough
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Should Kids take Fish Oil Supplements?
All the talk about the benefits of omega-3s has parents asking whether CHILDREN should take fish oil supplements. Omega-3s are important for neurodevelopment … and they’re now showing up in many prenatal vitamins, infant formulas, and foods. Fish oil supplements for kids … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged ADHD, ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder, DHA, EPA, fish oil, omega-3, omega-3 fatty acids
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Court once again rejects theory that vaccines cause autism
A federal court has determined that the theory that thimerosal-containing vaccines cause autism is “scientifically unsupportable,” and that the families of children diagnosed with the condition are not entitled to compensation. Three special masters in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims … Continue reading
Posted in Bioethics, Children's Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, mercury-based vaccine preservative, mmr, thimerosal, vaccine myth, vaccine safety
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Though unproven, 1 in 4 parents believes vaccines cause autism
The New York Times, in Vital Signs, reports that one in four parents “think some vaccines cause autism in healthy children, and nearly one in eight have refused at least one recommended vaccine,” according to a study published online March … Continue reading
Parents Often Miss Subtle Autism Signs
Action Points Explain to interested parents that autism may progress more slowly and subtly than previously thought. Note that parents often miss regressive symptoms of autism in their children. The symptoms of autism tend to emerge in children after six … Continue reading
Reader wants more proof on vaccine safety
A reader recently wrote: Hi Dr Walt I am having trouble finding a peer review or non drug company funded study proving that vaccines work out of the 2,427 (studies) you link to. Can you please identify one good one of … Continue reading
Posted in Bioethics, Children's Health, Mental Health, Parenting
Tagged ASD, autism, mercury-based vaccine preservative, MMR vaccine, thimer, thimerosol, vaccine, vaccine effectiveness, vaccine myth, vaccine safety
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Special court rules against families who claim vaccines caused autism
According to an AP report today, a special court has ruled rather dramatically against three sets of parents with autistic children, saying that vaccines are absolutely not to blame for their children’s neurological disorder (autism). The judges in the cases … Continue reading
Vaccine Myth #1: Vaccines Cause Autism
Tuesday, in my weekly interview with Mark Elfstrand on WMBI in Chicago, a woman called to inquire about the risk of autism from vaccinations. It reminded me of a chapter from my book, God’s Design for the Highly Healthy Child, … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health
Tagged ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorder, MMR vaccine, vaccination, vaccine, vaccine myth
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