Is there an epidemic of autism? Anthropologist Roy Richard Grinker, the parent of an autistic child and author of the book "Unstrange Minds," joined Kerri Miller in the UBS Forum to discuss his research and his views on the alarming number of children being Recorded on May 3, 2007.9:06 a.m.
Guests
Roy Richard Grinker: Anthropologist and author of the book "Unstrange Minds: A Father, a Daughter, and a Search for New Answers."
The roots of shyness Scientists are understanding shyness in a new way after isolating a gene which may contribute to shy behavior in children.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Nathan Fox: Professor of psychology, director of the department of human development and director of the Child Development Laboratory at the University of Maryland College Park.
Lynne Henderson: Director of the Shyness Institute and Shyness Clinic at Stanford University.
You can follow Kerri Miller on Twitter at @KerriMPR
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