A major study was done over several years comparing the autism rates amongst women who were living near freeways during pregnancy versus those who were not. What this particular study shows is a strong possibility of a link to high levels of air pollution increasing the rates of autism. Again this is another “environmental factor” … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2010
Genetics and Environmental Factors: Study
There was an interesting study result released by Johns Hopkins a couple of weeks ago. This research was not directly related to autism but instead has tangential interest. The study focused on mice which had a genetic sequence linked to schizophrenia in humans. It was basically looking at environmental factors (specifically … [Read more...]
Behaviour and Punishment. What a Dilemma
“You can’t punish a child who is acting out because of sensory overload.” by Temple Grandin Temple Grandin is a great model of what a fully autistic person can achieve and this statement is totally correct. However this statement is also totally wrong. That dilemma is caused by a multitude of factors and primary amongst those … [Read more...]
Interesting Thoughts on Natural Medicines
Now I have always personally liked the concept of natural medicine. Especially Eastern medicines that are designed around specific formulations based on individual requirements and body compatibility. That said I am also sceptical when looking at claims for natural medicines that promise to cure everything from warts to cancer and every … [Read more...]
The Right Teacher Can Make (or Break) a Student
Report card time in our house. This is always looked at with a bit of a jaundiced eye by some autistic parents because not every student is equal and not every teacher looks at them appropriately. Last year we had trouble with our son’s teacher. He was diagnosed autistic and had a full time TA as well as a well founded … [Read more...]
Sometimes Good Things Happen
Our son has always had one thing going for him. No matter how much his behaviours got in the way of anything else, come time for AIT testing he was without fail chosen for the testing. The reason was simple, he thrives on the AIT testing environment and so he behaves at the best of his abilities and makes his trainers look the best they can … [Read more...]
As Parents we Have a Real Need for Answers
We are not ignorant, we are not arrogant. We are parents looking for answers. Us and our children are the stakeholders in any autistic research that is done, not the government and not the pharmaceutical companies. If parents are to stop screaming and yelling then the researchers have got to work WITH families of autistic parents … [Read more...]
