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There are many different viewpoints, theories, and opinions in Autism treatment. NECC believes that access to credible information is crucial for families when it comes to making informed choices for their children.

As a result, we have posted this section on our website to provide commentary and perspective on current events and news in this area. Please select from the topics below:

	Why are more children being diagnosed with autism?
	A study commissioned by the California State Legislature and conducted by the M.I.N.D. Institute (UC-Davis) was recently released on the website of the California Department of Developmental Services. This study reports that the number of individuals being diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased exponentially in recent years in California. More...

	No empirical support for the “gut theory” of Autism
	Autism encompasses a spectrum of developmental disorders and there is very strong empirical evidence that this spectrum of disorders has a genetic origin with at least three chromosomes identified as having a likely link to Autism (IMGSAC, 2001). However, Wakefield and his colleagues have suggested an association between chronic gastrointestinal difficulties and Autism and suggested that Autism and bowel problems were triggered by the MMR vaccine. More...

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