Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked controversy with remarks claiming that autism "destroys" children and asserting its environmental causes. While his statistic of 1 in 31 children diagnosed with autism aligns with CDC data, his assertions contradict established scientific conclusions. Experts, including Dr. Lisa Settles, criticize Kennedy's theories as conspiratorial and not backed by research. They emphasize the need for focused studies on autism rather than unfounded claims that could divert attention and resources away from essential research endeavors.
Secretary Kennedy's claims about autism's environmental causes contradict CDC findings and lack scientific backing, causing concern among autism research professionals.
Experts warn that Kennedyâs theories are distracting from crucial autism research and could stigmatize families affected by autism, leading to potential misinformation.
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