What is the main cause for autism?!
Question: what do think the main cause is
Answers: what do think the main cause is
There is no known single cause for autism, but it is generally accepted that it is caused by abnormalities in brain structure or function. Brain scans show differences in the shape and structure of the brain in children with autism versus neuro-typical children. Researchers are investigating a number of theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and medical problems. In many families, there appears to be a pattern of autism or related disabilities, further supporting a genetic basis to the disorder. While no one gene has been identified as causing autism, researchers are searching for irregular segments of genetic code that children with autism may have inherited. It also appears that some children are born with a susceptibility to autism, but researchers have not yet identified a single "trigger" that causes autism to develop.
Other researchers are investigating the possibility that under certain conditions, a cluster of unstable genes may interfere with brain development, resulting in autism. Still other researchers are investigating problems during pregnancy or delivery as well as environmental factors, such as viral infections, metabolic imbalances, and exposure to environmental chemicals.
Genetic Vulnerability
Autism tends to occur more frequently than expected among individuals who have certain medical conditions, including Fragile X syndrome, tuberous sclerosis, congenital rubella syndrome, and untreated phenylketonuria (PKU). Some harmful substances ingested during pregnancy also have been associated with an increased risk of autism. Read more about related conditions.
Environmental Factors
Research indicates that other factors besides the genetic component are contributing to the rise in increasing occurrences of ASD, such as environmental toxins (e.g., heavy metals such as mercury), which are more prevalent in our current environment than in the past. Those with ASD (or those who are at risk) may be especially vulnerable, as their ability to metabolize and detoxify these exposures can be compromised.
Autism is not something that is "caused" by anything.
It's not an illness, it's a brain development disorder.
So I guess then the cause would be genetic heritage..
Actually, I found a lot more info if you're interested: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autism#Caus...
getting vacinated
Difficult or traumatic birth is the primary cause. Any minor trauma (including a painful vaccination shot, for instance) after that can cause a child to regress to infancy. That's what autism essentially is. There is little difference in emotional maturity between a full-blown autistic and a tiny baby.
If you do a google search on any of the following, you will see the statistical correlation for yourself:
Caesarean birth
Premature birth
Being born a twin
Being born precocious
Allergies to mother's milk
Blindness
Neglect
Surgery in infancy