February 23, 2004

Autism. A growing understanding of autism brings with it a growing understanding of ourselves. Here are some recent scientific developments as reported by the NY Times. It's important to remember how far we have come:

The notion that autism was caused by "refrigerator" mothers and absent fathers [was] promoted by psychoanalysts in the 1950's and 1960's ..

Message? Group think among academics and intellectuals can evolve into a fully invented world -- with devastating consequences for flesh and blood folks living in a world very far from make believe. Don't think for a minute that it doesn't take place still today.. at a univesity near you.

Posted by Greg Ransom | TrackBack