In GWS,does it make sense…?
to promote equality by discussing issues that affect all of us?
If you’re not here for equality,then simply don’t respond.
I’ve grown very concerned that autism will prove to be like mesothelioma,i.e.,that we will ultimately discover that autism is directly caused by some common substance (like a flame retardent or insecticide),just like mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos. Get rid of asbestos and mesothelioma goes away. Get rid of XYZ substance and autism goes away.
I’m concerned that we as human beings are leaving a natural wilderness (as we cultivate civilization) only to create a new one.
Just to clarify,your question is not about what could causing autism,but what are we creating as social environment,yes?
Well,the existence of the term ‘concrete jungle,’and all that it implies says that,yes,we are creating an outgrowth of a dangerous wilderness that is,in fact,just as dangerous (if not more so,depending on the example) that the natural one.
The examples you site work very well. How can you trust your society (as opposed to uncivilized savagery) when you know your social structure is not enough to keep you safe. Who trusts the government? The police? Large corporations? The medical industry?
Your concern is,in my opinion,certainly valid. Hopefully,we will become a species that is sentient enough,aware enough,informed enough,to do better,but I must ask…is that natural?
What I mean is,since we only grow (mentally,physically,or spiritually,take your pick) from strife and adversity,are we not just creating new obstacles to overcome,new challenges that shape the skills and abilities we will have? I,like you,do question:What exactly are we trying to develop to have built this jungle this way?