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Diagnosis of autism and theory of the cause

NAS49728
over 5 years ago

Hi everyone, 

My name is Ruby and I am currently taking part in an independent research project called an EPQ for a sixth form project. My question is, “which theories exist that attempt to explain the causes of Autism?”

I would like to gather research on what you believe the causes of autism are, and if there even are any

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  • over 5 years ago

    Hello again Ruby 

    As far as my personal theories go, seeing autistic traits in my parents and children supports the theory of some kind of genetic difference.

    It's worth noting that for many autistic peeiple there are more pressing questions than the causes of autism. The question you posed is sometimes asked because people think autism needs to be prevented and autistic people need to be cured. 

    Speaking personally a more interesting and important question is: 'How can society adapt so that autistic people have equal access to education, employment, housing, health and social care, participation in policy and decision-making, leisure activities and family life?' 

    Check out Twitter for some interesting observations from #ActuallyAutistic people.

    Good luck with your EPQ! 

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  • over 5 years ago

    Hello again Ruby 

    As far as my personal theories go, seeing autistic traits in my parents and children supports the theory of some kind of genetic difference.

    It's worth noting that for many autistic peeiple there are more pressing questions than the causes of autism. The question you posed is sometimes asked because people think autism needs to be prevented and autistic people need to be cured. 

    Speaking personally a more interesting and important question is: 'How can society adapt so that autistic people have equal access to education, employment, housing, health and social care, participation in policy and decision-making, leisure activities and family life?' 

    Check out Twitter for some interesting observations from #ActuallyAutistic people.

    Good luck with your EPQ! 

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