Autism Speaks VP:
“We oppose the use of electric shock in behavior modification treatments. The video of the student receiving this type of treatment at the Judge Rotenberg Center is appalling and Autism Speaks joins many other organizations in calling for an end to this abuse.”
I think stating that AS is about electrocuting people is an exaggeration.
I am aware my daughter will likely be autistic for her entire life. At this point in her life (12 years), I can’t let her cross roads, or ride bikes in traffic on her own as she may be killed doing so. I don’t know if she’ll get the knack of it on her own, or if she’ll be dependent on others for travel and other neccesary issues the entirety of her life, I am for any intervention that’s minimally invasive and can lead her to live a happier healthier fulfilled life. If she lose the diagnosis of autism, that’s ok, if she never does, that’s ok too. Like most parents, I want my kid happy and safe. If oxytocin, or some similar drug, makes her happier and safer, then I’m for it, so I support research on it and similar means.
