Yes, you read that right. A study from scientists at Cornell University has raised the possibility that there might be a link between high levels of rainfall and autism. The study was based on prevalence of autism rates in California, Oregon and Washington between 1987 and 1999, which were calculated with daily precipitation reports from the National Climatic Data Center. Although very preliminary, the results showed that there might be a correlation.
Explanations? Rainfall may be associated with more indoor activities that affect behavioral and cognitive development and time spent indoors may also expose children to more dangerous chemicals found in the household. Decreased exposure to sunshine, which helps the body produce vitamin D, may also be a factor. The scientists even said that the rainfall itself may be transporting chemicals from the upper atmosphere. Go figure. To read the entire article, click here.
Jenny McCarthy’s new book is called “Mother Warriors: A Nation of Parents Healing Autism Against All Odds.” It is a follow on to her first, highly successful book, “Louder Than Words: A Mother’s Journey in Healing Autism.” The first book hit #3 on the New York Times Best Seller List. In the new book, Jenny shares recovery stories from parents all over the country, each fighting for their own “remedy of interventions” to help parents navigate through all the different autism therapies.
We’re loving the outpouring of support from so many celebrities. During her book signing at the California Women’s Conference recently, Jenny McCarthy flashed her “
