Is It Something About the Y Chromosome?
Thursday, May 10th, 2007The latest research on children with autism shows that this diagnosis is more prevalent in boys than girls by a 4 to 1 ratio.
According to People Magazine, “1 in 150 childen are effected with serious problems in communications and social relations.” Statistics reported in a January 2007 segment on The View stated that twenty years ago statistics were more like 1 out of 10,000.
Temple Grandin has shed some needed light and understanding with her books, teachings and appearances.
I have always been an animal lover and a supporter of PETA since their inception in 1980. For as long as I can remember, my kinship with our furry and feathered friends has been a lifesaving solace. Grandin’s connection and relationship to fostering a humane treatment of animals has helped her and the animals heal too. Says this amazing woman… “some autistic kids can understand what animals are thinking and feeling because, like them, they can’t rely on language to communicate. Their world is based on pictures and sounds, smells, tastes and touch.”
For more information go to Autismspeaks.

