Autism Awareness E-Book

Nicole A. Walker

• Herausgeber: BookRix
• Kategorie: Ratgeber
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2017

Beschreibung

In Nicole A. Walker's fourth book Autism Awareness; she answers out most important questions about autism. In a preamble to her much awaited book Raising Autism, she reminds us that with love and awareness we can embrace autism. That with the right tools, nurturing and support; an autism spectrum diagnosis is just another way of life. Not a life sentence.

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Nicole A. Walker

Autism Awareness

A Way of Life, Not a Life Sentence

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Autism Awareness

Autism

Awareness

A Way of Life,

Not a Life Sentence.

Written and Edited

By Nicole A. Walker

Copyright © 2017 Nicole A. Walker

No part or whole of this book may be distributed, copied or sold; without the expressed written consent from the author.

This is a disclaimer, as the thoughts, views and knowledge expressed does not belong to a doctor or psychologist; but the author herself.

All rights reserved.

ISBN-13:978-1876264436

ISBN-10: 197626443X

DEDICATION

Dedicated to every baby, child, man and woman living with an autism spectrum disorder. Know that you aren’t alone, together with love, education, support and awareness; we can fight and embrace autism.

Introduction

Some time ago, autism spectrum disorders wasn’t a thing parents, caregivers, doctors or teachers talked about. Today, autism diagnoses are so prevalent, how can we not have questions or discuss it. Yet there is still much we do not know about autism, as the spectrum is wide. Ranging from low functioning to high functioning autism. Where a diagnosis is often either hard to get or parents don’t even know their children have it.

Awareness, education and support are the keys to fighting the symptoms of autism; as there is no “cure”. It’s more of a way of life; that people learn to cope with. Where it’s no different than any other mental condition or neurological disorder. Yet living with autism, is just like living as a neurotypical person.

Thus, a diagnosis is just what it is; a diagnosis. It does not define a person or determine who they are or what they will be. More like a different way to see, feel and perceive the world. So, we all have a choice when it comes to anything in life and autism is no different. We can either fight and embrace autism or ignore and hate it. What will you choose to do?

A PREAMBLE TO RAISING AUTISM

A PARENT’S GUIDE

DECEMBER 2017

AUTISM AND VACCINATIONS

Autism and vaccinations has been a much-debated topic throughout the years. As a mom of four, with three children on the autism spectrum. (10,8,4); I have mixed feelings. I believe vaccinations worsened my daughter’s autism. She was developing typically then after having many vaccinations; she dramatically regressed. Regressive autism could be the case, but it’s hard to narrow it down. Or she could have already had it and I didn’t know. See how tricky autism is! She was delayed in all areas of development and she struggled to thrive. Her immune system became weak and she was always sick.

My twin boys on the other hand, only one has autism. Both were on same vaccination schedule, yet we were always behind with shots. So, in this case, vaccinations had no effect on his autism. Otherwise his twin brother would have it too. But then again, who knows!

Yet I knew from birth one twin was on the spectrum, so their points to the womb and brain development in pregnancy. But he didn’t have as many vaccines like my daughter did. So, who really knows! Not to mention the fact they both have the same diagnoses; PPD-NOS (persuasive developmental disorder, none other specified) and global developmental delay. Thus, as we see, it’s hard to narrow down the causes of autism or to find that “missing puzzle piece”.

Therefore, despite the recent findings that vaccines don’t cause autism; I feel more research needs to be done as every child and case is different. But on the other hand, I don’t believe vaccines cause autism, but I believe they can trigger it and/or worsen this neurological condition. Maybe it’s specific vaccines that need some investigation.

Yet I believe if you are genetically predisposed to have autism, because it runs in your family. A vaccine or anything foreign to the body can trigger a reaction and/or mutation in the form of autism. Just like with any other disease or condition that is specific to our unique gene compositions. If it’s in our genes, there’s always a chance we can get it. 

So, when it comes to parents vaccinating their children; it’s a personal choice for me. A parent must do what’s best for their child. Only they can decide that. Therefore, I am not against a mom who chooses to not vaccinate her kids. Her kids, her choice. Just respect my decision to vaccinate mine.

Hence, I am a mom that is for vaccinations as there is just too many diseases in this world. I feel it’s my job to protect them from illnesses and vaccines do it for a lifetime. I’ve weighed the risks and despite the chances of vaccines causing or worsening autism; they serve great purposes. Vaccines save lives. It protects our children forever.

YOUNG MOMS AND AUTISM

According to recent studies, researchers have found the rate of autism is higher among teen moms. As opposed to mothers in their 20’s and 30’s. Yet genetics, only account for part of this reason. There are other factors that may play a role in the development of this neurological condition. Whether it be environmental factors in pregnancy or a lack of prenatal care; the exact cause of autism is unknown. There are so many contributing factors; it’s almost impossible to narrow it down to just one or two.