Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

Yet.

jbk224 Loc: Long Island, NY

Again, off point here. This came from nowhere regarding this thread. Except maybe that parents who don't allow their kids to be vaccinated are ignorant. Autism is a disorder. Just because you never heard of something does not mean that it does not exist or a valid condition. And later in this thread someone else takes you up and says this is the same as ADD. Also wrong. Autism is also known as ASD. And ADD has been officially renamed ADHD. And based on your observation, if it didn't exist when you were a kid; it couldn't exist now.
Genes don't deteriorate. Over time we learn more and more about them and how they can be discected and explored to discover new treatments and the ability to prevent conditions that are certainly unwanted. The gene for dyslexia was only discovered in the early part of this century. Maybe you were referring to your jeans.

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

ADD was not a qualifier for welfare so they broadened autism to cover it so people could get welfare.
That is why there is so much "autism" now.
And yes vaccinations are being blamed for causing autism for the purposes of enrichment through frivolous lawsuits.

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

jbk224 Loc: Long Island, NY

Just because you say something does not make it a fact. You talk about ADD not being recognized for Welfare (referring to the original incorrect post about Autism and ADD) back in the 50s and 60s. Medicare and Medicaid did not become law until 1965.
Private insurance was the 'law' up until then. The only similarity between Autism and ADD (ADHD) is the 'repetitive' symptom. Otherwise, they have never been treated or considered for treatment as one condition. The history of ADD-ADHD is out there if you have any interest. Autism has also been refined and expanded as medical science better understands symptoms, causes, and treatment.
You actually give no credit for these advances and blame the increase in diagnoses to scammers. You need to separate the real from the unreal. More people are diagnosed with these disorders because medical science is better equipped to recognize them. There will always be scammers out there claiming one thing or another in order to improperly enrich themselves. If you are so incensed about this, then lay the blame where it belongs. There are too many unethical lawyers who see the opportunity to bring these lawsuits and are never sanctioned for their actions-- even though the law exists for this. Why, because Tort reform will never take place as long Congress views the legal profession as inviolate.
So, to make this long tirade longer....
Target your dissatisfaction where it belongs..and do not throw those who genuinely suffer under the bus for nefarious reasons. And it always helps to know your facts..even if your gut tells you differently. Lastly, Welfare is not the same as public medical coverage for children.

poprock48

Quick update. The outbreak has been traced to a Hasidic Jew who traveled from Israel to NYC. spreading uncheck with their communities as well as those neighboring Lakewood, NJ. Incident mentioned above need clarification. A Hasidic Malecdrove from Brooklyn to Michigan. Felt I’ll and was misdiagnosed by 2 doctors he saw during his travels. He stayed in several homes andcseveal Temple’s while visiting Michigan exposing a large number of people. 39 cases out their and rising.

poprock48

Sorry for the misspelling

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

jbk224 Loc: Long Island, NY

Cry me a river.....all your good points go down the river...your credibility as a pundit suffers from your bias. I do like your photog comments when posted.

Flyerace Loc: Mt Pleasant, WI

I was born before the measles vaccine was discovered. I also never got the measles, even though my nurse mother made me sit next to my sister who did get the measles. Now, I am a 70 year old never vaccinated non measles person who's doctor said not to worry. Well, he is younger and was vaccinated.

KenW Loc: Portland OR

Sometimes misinformation is easier to believe than the truth.