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Thapar, Anita; Cooper, Miriam; Eyre, Olga; Langley, Kate – Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 2013
Background: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its possible causes still attract controversy. Genes, pre and perinatal risks, psychosocial factors and environmental toxins have all been considered as potential risk factors. Method: This review (focussing on literature published since 1997, selected from a search of PubMed)…
Descriptors: Psychopathology, Risk, Public Health, Diagnostic Tests
Stoller, K. Paul – Exceptional Parent, 2006
This article is a synopsis of a presentation offered by the author at the recent United States Autism and Asperger Association Conference in Park City, Utah. During the USAAA conference, the author voices his concerns over the current autism epidemic. He opines that the failure of the medical profession and many governmental and other public…
Descriptors: Autism, Immunization Programs, Hazardous Materials, Disease Incidence
US House of Representatives, 2004
This purpose of this hearing was to discuss the latest scientific research regarding the use of mercury in medicine in the United States and the possible connection between these products and autism spectrum disorders. The subcommittee also discusses the need for further research to determine the biological basis of autism and how the Federal…
Descriptors: Autism, Hazardous Materials, Scientific Research, Medicine