Do vaccines cause autism or any other mental disorders?

The following information is not meant to prevent, diagnose or treat autism and should not take the place of personal consultation, as appropriate, with a qualified healthcare professional. One of the most common questions asked after a diagnosis of autism, is what caused the disorder. read more

This has been a controversial dispute for a long time and it can involve a lot of personal opinion, but I will try to answer this as scientifically as possible. There hasn't been any viable evidence that vaccines do cause autism. read more

The DPT and the MMR vaccines are thought to cause autism by interfering with normal myelination of the nerves in the brain, or demyelination of the nerves already coated. Myelin is the tough, fatty insulation that coats the nerves and helps prevent misfiring of nerve impulses, or messages to the brain; such as those that take place during times of learning, growing, and developing motor skills. read more