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Waging War on the Autistic Child: The Arizona 5 and the Legacy of Baron von Munchausen

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As the number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders grows every year, new discoveries and controversies arise. Andrew Wakefield explores many of these in his thorough investigation of the up to date trial case of the “Arizona 5,” which destroyed an Arizona circle of relatives. Two parents, with five children on the spectrum, were accused of Münchausen syndrome by proxy—a rare form of child abuse—and were ganged up on by physicians, child protective products and services, and the courts, who alleged that the parents fabricated medical symptoms in all five children. On the other hand, Wakefield now presents ample evidence that used to be disregarded and which would have proven the parents’ innocence.

Families suffering from autism suffer great hardship and prejudice, particularly as they navigate the uncertain waters of diagnosis, remedy, and education. The shocking story of the Arizona 5 circle of relatives delves into the tremendous challenges some parents have to face, especially if their views on how to treat the syndrome don’t align with the medical world’s standards. Wakefield also includes a large number of studies and research trials that toughen the controversial yet significant roles that vaccines and diet play in autism, factors many medical professionals wrongfully dismiss.
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