Increasing Exposure To Antibody-Stimulation : A Case Control Report

People in today’s society hear more about autism and its prevalence in school systems than they did ten years ago. A study was done between 2002 and 2006 in the state of New Jersey to determine whether or not autism was becoming more and more prevalent. “For 2006, a total of 533 children with autism spectrum disorder were identified, consistent with prevalence of 17.4 per 1000, indicating a significant increase in the disorder from 2002 where the prevalence was

A significant increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) has been observed over the past decade. Specifically, the prevalence has increased from 1 in 110 children to 1 in 88. The 2011 Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) described the increase in prevalence of ASDs as a national medical emergency. To address this emergency, the IACC developed a strategic plan. Successful implementation of the plan could improve the quality of life of children with ASDs and their families. Evaluation of cost-effectiveness of evidence-based services is one of the long-term objectives in the IACC strategic plan, and this proposal addresses it. According to PA-10-159 entitled Research on Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders (R03),

Although the topic of vaccines and completing all recommended vaccine series can sometimes be difficult for some parents to comprehend, proper education and evidence based research can facilitate the goal of vaccinating children as adequately as possible. In recent years, the number of vaccines has increased. Children who are not immunized can readily transmit vaccine-preventable diseases throughout

The children suffering from autism and their families have to go through a very difficult and exhaustive process of diagnosis and long term management of autism spectrum disorder. From the time of initial screening to diagnosis and treatment in the form pharmacotherapy or psychotherapy, they have considerably high financial burden to bear. There is a

Utilizing 3 managed care organizations (MCOs) database, a case-control study was conducted on n = 1,008 children (256 cases and 752 controls) aged 0 – 2 years who were born between January 1, 1994, and December 31, 1999, continuously.3 Upon completion of the study, and consent of the parents, data were later collected from the children who now range in ages 6-13 year. In addition, children who were susceptible to developing autism spectrum disorders (ASD) were exempted from the study. 3

The determination of the relationship between Autism and vaccination is complex. The current popular culture comparison utilizes two nominal measurements, was the vaccine given and was the diagnosis of Autism made. These data points represent the lowest levels of measurement. This data is incorrectly utilized to imply a correlation of cause and effect. This assumption ignores the need for a control group for comparison and the possibility of other causes. This approach is based on increased vaccination and increased diagnosis of Autism. The approach fails to look at the question of correct diagnosis and possible other environmental exposures that may have increased the incidence of Autism. The vast number of children vaccinated as a requirement

First, vaccinations does not cause autism. According to the CDC, “ there is no link between vaccines and autism.” Basically, CDC researchers are saying that there are studies that show that there is no connections between vaccines and autism. Researchers have found that a vaccine ingredient called thimerosal, does not cause autism and there is no relationship between them. This shows that vaccines are not connected to autism. Autism is developed when people are kids or much older. In the Mayo Clinic Staff’s view, autism is not caused by vaccines. In other words, the Mayo Clinic Staff believes that there many controversy on why vaccines does or does not cause autism. There are researches where there is not a connection between autism and vaccines.

Question #4: What measurements were conducted during the study to ensure that the participants were safe?

For the purpose of this assignment I have chosen to look at Autism as a special need. I have chosen this special need because it is one that is very close to my heart. I know two little boys in particular who are both on the autism spectrum and therefore it is a matter I’ve always wanted to understand in greater detail. Throughout this assignment I will demonstrate an understanding of key areas and concepts in relation to signs, symptoms, diagnosis and prognosis of Autism, I will then discuss the role played by the multidisciplinary team and supporting staff involved in this particular special need. I will also show the investigation I carried out as part of research and finally I will reference to policy,

The participants of the study were 4 children with autism diagnoses based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-III criterion. (p. 222) 2 females

We have seen an increased amount of autism spectrum disorder cases within the last decade. We need to make sure that this starts to become a decreasing trend rather than increasing. Showing this pamphlet to moms and dads will help decrease the diagnosis time. This Disorder shows characteristics of symptoms starting at a year and a half. The CDC recommends that children should be screened by a pediatric health provider between eighteen and twenty-four months. They should then be referred for comprehensive evaluation if there considered at risk. Some of the early symptoms that can be detected at a year and a half are not responding to his/her own name, struggles with eye contact, and lack of pretend play (Week 7 lecture slides). There are different severities to this disorder. The symptoms shown by a child can either be relatively mild or relatively strong. Autism spectrum disorder can be observed by school staff, parents, or doctors. The symptoms are shown in two different behaviors, restrictive and social interaction. Some of these include repeating certain behaviors, repeating words or phrases they hear, or having strange facial expressions at odd places in a conversation (National Institute of Mental Health,

When the body becomes infected with an illness, it relies on the immune system to fight the illness by allowing white blood cells to begin producing proteins, called antibodies. Antibodies then create a counter offense to decimate the infectious germ that has most likely already caused the body to have symptoms of the illness. The antibodies and immune system then work together to eliminate the virus and help heal the body. Consequently, these antibodies don’t leave the body, they lurk within the bloodstream on the look-out for other invaders, no matter the amount of time it takes for the body to become infected once again. Antibodies are specific to which the virus they are trying to eliminate. For example, an antibody that exterminates

Immunization Beliefs- Parents sometime link the earliest manifestation in their children’s symptoms to the immunization. Parents believed that the blamed is to the vaccination, as they believed that giving vaccine to their child does not help to the child immune system to function properly and that led to ASD. However that helps them to cope up with their beliefs and they also believed that there is a cure for the cause of ASD through

Vaccinations have very limited side effects. The chances of a serious reaction are minimal. When your child gets an immunization they get injected with a weakened or dead version of the illness, by doing so your child’s immune system can provide a blueprint for the white blood cells on how to fight the real thing. It is much more safe for your child to obtain a dead germ rather than a real one that has the potential to kill. Those who don’t provide their children with the proper vaccines must have an important reason for leaving their child at such a risk? Some people believe certain immunisations cause autism in children, they believe the thimerosal (mercury-based preservative that is used to prevent contamination of multidose vials of the vaccines) is the villain and not the deadly disease. However, this theory has been proven wrong time and time again. The CDC has funded and conducted nine studies that have found no link between the vaccines containing thimerosal and children with autism. Doctors would not inject children with something that causes a spectrum disorder. Vaccines have been vigorously tested and have been proven to be safe.

This paper explores the benefits and risks of recommended child immunizations. The potential risks involve health outcomes but not limited to asthma, learning disorders, seizures, and autism. Even with extensive research, there has been question on whether enough resEarch has gone into addressing the long term outcomes and the entire immunization schedule. Engaging parents in the stages of development is crucial to address any concerns about the childhood vaccines. The process of development of these vaccines have undergone years of approval and improvements. Parents need to understand how much time and effort has gone into developing these vaccines. By closing the gap of confusion and questions, parents can feel more secure in their decision to immunize their children.