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MrsR
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Random QOTD
I am just wondering - what do you think causes Autism? Forget what the dr's, the research, the celebs say - what in your heart of hearts do YOU think causes it?
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Posted 2/17/09 1:27 PM  |
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Gatsbygirl
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Re: Random QOTD
As a teacher I have seen too many siblings with it so there has to be a genetic component. However, there has to be some sort of catalyst environmental maybe?
I hope I don't get flamed for saying that the vaccines also scare me, more and more I think that isn't it.
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:31 PM |
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lovemy2boys
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Re: Random QOTD
I think it could be the MMR, DS will not be receiving that until he is three. I know many studies says it is not that, but I am skeptical and very scared.
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:37 PM |
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Xelindrya
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Re: Random QOTD
I think it’s a combination of a lot of things
Genes
Lifestyle
Vaccinations
Society
Luck
Genes: it’s in our bodies. It’s either triggered or developed as the baby develops
Lifestyle: we are exposed to so many new chemicals that are in our day to day life. It would not surprise me if it started to affect our offspring in some way or another.
Vaccinations: too much, too fast, too often. Times have changed but the drugs have not caught up with the illnesses, the needs of children as a whole and have not yet become personalized, which would probably help.
Society: We probably always had a large number of autism cases. We just notice it more because society has come to a point where its conscious enough of our members who have autism. Its not just hidden away anymore.
Luck: To avoid further flame. I’ll just say its dumb bad luck sometimes. Personally, I blame it all on one entity.. but that angers people
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:38 PM |
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BaroqueMama
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Re: Random QOTD
I think there is a genetic predisposition to it and some other unknown factors. I do NOT think it has anything to do with vaccines.
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:39 PM |
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cluprncs3
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Re: Random QOTD
It's so hard to say. I do think that genetics has something to do with it, but I don't believe that's all. I've worked with children who have autism for several years. Some kids I've worked with have siblings that are some where on the spectrum, some have siblings that have some other disorder, such as Down's Syndrome and others have siblings that have no disorder and are considered "typical". Regardless, I hope they find what causes it!
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chelle
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by Xelindrya
I think it’s a combination of a lot of things
Genes
Lifestyle
Vaccinations
Society
Genes: it’s in our bodies. It’s either triggered or developed as the baby develops
Lifestyle: we are exposed to so many new chemicals that are in our day to day life. It would not surprise me if it started to affect our offspring in some way or another.
Vaccinations: too much, too fast, too often. Times have changed but the drugs have not caught up with the illnesses, the needs of children as a whole and have not yet become personalized, which would probably help.
Society: We probably always had a large number of autism cases. We just notice it more because society has come to a point where its conscious enough of our members who have autism. Its not just hidden away anymore.
I'm totally in agreeance with you.
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:40 PM |
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lovemy2boys
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by Xelindrya
Ijust say its dumb bad luck sometimes. Personally, I blame it all on one entity.. but that angers people
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Hmmm I 'm curious about this statement..... FM please 
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:41 PM |
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KateDevine
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by prncss
I think there is a genetic predisposition to it and some other unknown factors. I do NOT think it has anything to do with vaccines.
ITA with you
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:53 PM |
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CrankyPants
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by Xelindrya
I think it’s a combination of a lot of things
Genes
Lifestyle
Vaccinations
Society
Luck
Genes: it’s in our bodies. It’s either triggered or developed as the baby develops
Lifestyle: we are exposed to so many new chemicals that are in our day to day life. It would not surprise me if it started to affect our offspring in some way or another.
Vaccinations: too much, too fast, too often. Times have changed but the drugs have not caught up with the illnesses, the needs of children as a whole and have not yet become personalized, which would probably help.
Society: We probably always had a large number of autism cases. We just notice it more because society has come to a point where its conscious enough of our members who have autism. Its not just hidden away anymore.
Luck: To avoid further flame. I’ll just say its dumb bad luck sometimes. Personally, I blame it all on one entity.. but that angers people
I agree-except for the last part-because I am not sure what you mean (God maybe? In which case I definitely don't agree with that part).
ETS: I don't really think it is vaccines either. Genetics, Lifestyle, Environment and Luck is what I *think* it is.
Message edited 2/17/2009 1:56:42 PM.
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Elbee
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Re: Random QOTD
I think there could be as few things that factor into cauing an issue:
1. a genetic disposition to it - something in genes are 'off' ... this is where I think vaccines factor into the issue. I think if you are predisposed to something, a vaccine or virus can trigger a reaction that causes a disorder. I am not saying a vaccine causes it or has to be even present for it to 'come out' - I think each case is different and in some cases, the vaccine or virus may make it come out.
2. years and years of US (as in our generation) eating genetically mutated and/or chemical-enchanced foods - this leads back to having a child with a predisposition to a disorder. "bad genes"
These are only my thoughts, I am not saying they are true, nor do I need to debate them. This is just what I feel may cause all these new cases. I have witnessed my son develop a 'twitch' a few days after a vaccine ---- is it related? I don't know, but I am guessing it is, because he didn't have the twitch before. My Ped will deny it and luckily the twitch subsided after a few months .... but going forward I am a little more cautious in how many vaccines DS gets at one time and I am cautious as to when DS will receive the MMR.
I am always curious to see studies and findings though and am glad to read up on anything I can find..
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leighla
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Re: Random QOTD
My gut says there has to be an environmental factor to it.
To me the fact that it's so prevalent in some areas of the country lends itself to that theory.
The water, soil, air, produce...something is leading to that.
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| Posted 2/17/09 1:59 PM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by prncss
I think there is a genetic predisposition to it and some other unknown factors. I do NOT think it has anything to do with vaccines.
I agree.
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:01 PM |
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lovemy2boys
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Re: Random QOTD
I've read that the age of the father can be an issue, has anyone heard of that?
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Porrruss
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Re: Random QOTD
Absolutely a genetic disposition. Plus- something in the environment is triggering it in predisposed children. Not sure if it is pesticides, preservatives, etc.
I don't want to believe the vaccine theory, because I've seen kids WITH autism who have not been vaccinated (MMR). That said, to talk to parents who truly believe the link makes even a professional like me give pause. *I do vaccinate my children though*
I also believe/KNOW part of the huge growth is changes in who and how we diagnose. The spectrum of disorders that fall under the *autism* umbrella continues to change and grow.
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Porrruss
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by krissy888
I've read that the age of the father can be an issue, has anyone heard of that?
Yes- this was included in a study. More children with autism have older fathers.
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:02 PM |
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MrsFlatbread
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by prncss
I think there is a genetic predisposition to it and some other unknown factors. I do NOT think it has anything to do with vaccines.
what she said
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:05 PM |
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EmmaNick
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by prncss
I think there is a genetic predisposition to it and some other unknown factors. I do NOT think it has anything to do with vaccines.
Ditto
(coming from a parent of a child on the spectrum)
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MrsFlatbread
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by Porrruss
I also believe/KNOW part of the huge growth is changes in who and how we diagnose. The spectrum of disorders that fall under the *autism* umbrella continues to change and grow.
not to mention screening procedures are much more advanced than they were years ago. Autism was always there, just that they can diagnose it early now. Parents also become crazed about their kid being the "smartest" so when their kid isn't up to par with the Jones' kid next door...testing is done...sometimes at a very early age. The prevalance is the same as it was years ago, it's just that they didn't know what exactly they were looking at.
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Bxgell2
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Re: Random QOTD
I think there is a genetic predisposition that can be triggered by some, as of yet, unknown, environmental factor.
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SweetTooth
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by Porrruss
Posted by krissy888
I've read that the age of the father can be an issue, has anyone heard of that?
Yes- this was included in a study. More children with autism have older fathers.
This is part of the genetics link (which is what I believe) - older sperm have "faulty" genes. People used to think that men could have babies when they were 99 years old with no issues - but it is being discovered that this is not the case.
I also believe that autism has been around for generations, but it has a name now and children are being diagnosed this. In the past it would have fallen under the general term of "retardation." Mental disorders and illnesses are much more understood today, and fortunately this leads to better treatment, whereas 60 years ago, a child with autism may have been labeled as retarded and shut up in a mental institution.
Because of this part of me wonders if the actual cases of autism are rising, or just the diagnosis.
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:10 PM |
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beachgirl
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Re: Random QOTD
I think some babies immune systems do not develop the same as others. Then when they are hit with the recommended dose of vaccines a reaction occurs and something is triggered that causes autism. I believe their systems are already compromised by the time they get the mmr and maybe this sends it over the edge.
The whole thing is so heartbreaking and by far the most worrisome part of parenting to me.
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:11 PM |
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cluprncs3
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Re: Random QOTD
Posted by SweetTooth
I also believe that autism has been around for generations, but it has a name now and children are being diagnosed this. In the past it would have fallen under the general term of "retardation." Mental disorders and illnesses are much more understood today, and fortunately this leads to better treatment, whereas 60 years ago, a child with autism may have been labeled as retarded and shut up in a mental institution.
Because of this part of me wonders if the actual cases of autism are rising, or just the diagnosis.
I agree with this as well. Years ago, people didn't know what autism was and it was often diagnoses incorrectly.
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| Posted 2/17/09 2:13 PM |
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pinkandblue
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Re: Random QOTD
Genetics and Environmental factors
Message edited 2/17/2009 2:14:38 PM.
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babymakes3
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Re: Random QOTD
I say genetics but I've always wondered if parental age and genetic combination is a factor.
In my experience with autism (which is very limited and not very in-depth), more often autistic kids have older parents.
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