Dr. Roy Richard Grinker Discusses “Unstrange Minds: Remapping the World of Autism”
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AANE is proud to present a discussion with Roy Richard Grinker, Ph.D., and Professor of Anthropology at The George Washington University. Dr. Grinker is the father of a teenager with autism and the author of “Unstrange Minds: Remapping the World of Autism”, which documents the shift from previous notions that Autism was a rare disorder to its current state, being diagnosed in 1 out of every 166 children. This shift is highlighted by Dr. Grinkers personal story as well as the study of populations in South Korea, South Africa, India and Peru.
Dr. Grinker will speak about the effect of changing prevalence rates on awareness of autism, and social and economic opportunities for people on the spectrum. He will also explain the history of autism epidemiology, with special attention to international studies and the role social and cultural processes have helped to create the concept of the autism spectrum.
Join this discussion:
When: Friday, January 16, 2009
9:30 am – 12 noon (Check-in: 9-9:30 am)
Where: Museum of Our National Heritage
33 Marrett Road Lexington, MA
Advanced registration with payment is required to participate in this event. Please click below for online registration instructions.
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January 8, 2009
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