The article criticizes the Trump administration's portrayal of autism as a disease that requires a cure, a perspective shared by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Recent CDC statistics show one in 36 children are diagnosed with autism, but this increase is attributed to better diagnostic practices rather than a rise in actual cases. Many autistic individuals, along with advocates, contest the idea of autism needing a cure, highlighting the contributions of those on the spectrum. Concerns are raised about proposals to create registries for autistic individuals, perceived as leading to discrimination, amidst significant cuts to essential support programs.
President Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. assert that autism is a condition needing cure, while many, including autistic individuals, strongly disagree.
Despite rising diagnosis rates of autism, it's largely due to improved recognition, not a real increase in cases, indicating that autism is not an epidemic.
The HHS proposed creating a registry for individuals with autism, which advocates opposed, fearing it would lead to stigmatization and discrimination.
Despite ongoing claims of an autism epidemic, the Trump administration is cutting vital support programs for the autistic community, raising serious concerns among advocates.
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