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Characteristics of autism: Causes of autism
We asked people what they thought the causes of autism were, and this produced some interesting reflections.
Some thought it was genetic and they identified other family members they thought were definitely on the spectrum. A few people had children who were also on the spectrum or “had leanings in that direction”.
Steve thinks that “the genetic finger print is not perfect”.
Laurie thinks that “your brain is wired differently from most other people”.
Catherine recalls growing up with her dad.
Some people said they had no idea about the causes of autism; “the jury was out on that one”. A few people thought thinking in terms of cause and cure was not helpful.
Vicky has read a lot about autism but thinks there is no one answer.
Mark thinks that a lot of it is down to middle class mothers with too much time and money on their hands.
James finds the search for cause concerning and thinks the search for a cure is problematic.
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