An autism diagnosis means money, which is why the definition of autism has been broadly expanded in recent years.
An autism diagnosis means money, which is why the definition of autism has been broadly expanded in recent years.
I agree with that assessment. Much the same as the way they have been lowering and lowering what they deem to be the “good” cholesterol levels, down to what is it now, something like 120?
Even though study after study show there are millions and millions of totally healthy individuals with cholesterol in the 240-280 range.
No doctor will make a dime if he can convince you you are healthy.
BUT!!!...
I tend to think that even by older standards, autism has indeed increased. And I don’t mean mild or borderline cases.
I admit to not knowing enough about Autism and it's seemingly rapid expansion. But I have long suspected that part of the statistical issue is that more kids that were formally diagnosed otherwise are now being diagnosed as Autistic. Either science and technology have allowed cases to be be better diagnosed that weren't previously, or more diagnoses are defaulting to Autism when other learning, emotional or mental dissabilities don't fall into a clear classification.
It's only my opinion and doesn't have any scientificly researched position. I know several people with autistic children that are always eager to find a cause. My heart aches for them and I keep them in my prayers.