I just received the word that funding for autism research is being increased and I am completely in shock. This win belongs entirely to you because I never expected such an incredible response when I first started this. We will keep watching to ensure these resources reach the families who …
May 14, 2014
Final supporters
Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States. An estimated 1 out of every 88 children is affected by Autism (particularly boys with the number being closer to 1 out of every 54). As of now there is no medical detection or cure. On average, Autism costs families an additional $60,000 yearly. Based on those facts alone, one would assume that Autism is highly prioritized at The National Institution of Health – but it’s not. So much so that the total 2012 budget for The National Institution of Health was nearly $31 BILLION dollars – with only $169 million of that going toward Autism Research (that translates to 0.55 percent of total funding). Treating the fastest growing developmental disability in the US the way this way is irresponsible and reckless. While the numbers for 2013 aren't in yet, there is no significant indication that it will be any better. The funding for Autism Research at The National Institution of Health needs to be DRASTICALLY increased and it will only happen if we work together to create a demand that simply cannot be ignored. Please join us and sign this petition to get Autism Research the attention it deserves. While this may be an uphill battle, it's definitely one worth fighting for.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
March 23, 2014
Reached 100 supporters
November 8, 2013
November 8, 2013
I am honestly overwhelmed by the number of people who have stepped up to support this request. If you could please send this link to a few more people today we might finally reach that first milestone together.
34 Comments
In Kenya, children borne with autism as viewed as curse to the family. I indeed support the research and hope that one will be done soon in my country where poverty levels are still very high.
Amen! Jeannette- and Marian. It's time for our leaders to step up to the plate and do the right thing. As a SPED teacher, I have seen students lives/enthusiasm crushed because of the ignorant people making decisions when they don't know a thing about these students and how to best serve them. What I have seen is disgraceful. We definetly need specifically trained personnel and facilities and administrators. I have started a web site just recently that is currently under construction called insidespecialeducation.com I hope to develop this as a forum for people to talk openly about everything and anything involving our special needs kids, students, and adults.
Yes, we need adequate research to find the causes of autism and proper diagnosis. Training of parents, educators and aides in the correct strategies is mandatory to help each child enjoy success This is too frequently disregarded! We need to work at each one's own development level and not all the same. It's tragic to crush a child's enthusiasm because of the lack of understanding.
I have taught autistic kids and I strongly believe that we need more research on this condition and possible causes and prevention.
Better understanding would mean better support facilities that allow autists to be better integrated - in the long run (or even medium run) this would mean society would benefit from participation of these often very gifted people
Please unlock the answers to autism now!!!!
Trust me, it would help quite a bit.
Share Petition
Don't stop at signing, share the petition link with friends to multiply our impact
Copy link or share directly
I just received the word that funding for autism research is being increased and I am completely in shock. This win belongs entirely to you because I never expected such an incredible response when I first started this. We will keep watching to ensure these resources reach the families who …
May 14, 2014
Final supporters
Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States. An estimated 1 out of every 88 children is affected by Autism (particularly boys with the number being closer to 1 out of every 54). As of now there is no medical detection or cure. On average, Autism costs families an additional $60,000 yearly. Based on those facts alone, one would assume that Autism is highly prioritized at The National Institution of Health – but it’s not. So much so that the total 2012 budget for The National Institution of Health was nearly $31 BILLION dollars – with only $169 million of that going toward Autism Research (that translates to 0.55 percent of total funding). Treating the fastest growing developmental disability in the US the way this way is irresponsible and reckless. While the numbers for 2013 aren't in yet, there is no significant indication that it will be any better. The funding for Autism Research at The National Institution of Health needs to be DRASTICALLY increased and it will only happen if we work together to create a demand that simply cannot be ignored. Please join us and sign this petition to get Autism Research the attention it deserves. While this may be an uphill battle, it's definitely one worth fighting for.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
March 23, 2014
Reached 100 supporters
November 8, 2013
November 8, 2013
I am honestly overwhelmed by the number of people who have stepped up to support this request. If you could please send this link to a few more people today we might finally reach that first milestone together.
34 Comments
My 14 year old sister is autistic. My mom has gone well into debt for treating it and none of it works. If you don't know what autism is, read the book my mom wrote, Jessica's Little Sister.
In Kenya, children borne with autism as viewed as curse to the family. I indeed support the research and hope that one will be done soon in my country where poverty levels are still very high.
Amen! Jeannette- and Marian. It's time for our leaders to step up to the plate and do the right thing. As a SPED teacher, I have seen students lives/enthusiasm crushed because of the ignorant people making decisions when they don't know a thing about these students and how to best serve them. What I have seen is disgraceful. We definetly need specifically trained personnel and facilities and administrators. I have started a web site just recently that is currently under construction called insidespecialeducation.com I hope to develop this as a forum for people to talk openly about everything and anything involving our special needs kids, students, and adults.
Yes, we need adequate research to find the causes of autism and proper diagnosis. Training of parents, educators and aides in the correct strategies is mandatory to help each child enjoy success This is too frequently disregarded! We need to work at each one's own development level and not all the same. It's tragic to crush a child's enthusiasm because of the lack of understanding.
I have taught autistic kids and I strongly believe that we need more research on this condition and possible causes and prevention.
Better understanding would mean better support facilities that allow autists to be better integrated - in the long run (or even medium run) this would mean society would benefit from participation of these often very gifted people
Please unlock the answers to autism now!!!!
Trust me, it would help quite a bit.
Share Petition
Don't stop at signing, share the petition link with friends to multiply our impact
Petitions like this
Other petitions you might want to support
Scan to share
Anyone who scans this can sign the petition.
My 14 year old sister is autistic. My mom has gone well into debt for treating it and none of it works. If you don't know what autism is, read the book my mom wrote, Jessica's Little Sister.