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Scientific Consensus Statement on Environmental Agents Associated with Neurodevelopmental Disorders |
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A scientific consensus statement has been issued by over 50 prominent scientists, with over 200 references, concluding that "...protecting children from neurotoxic environmental exposures from the earliest stages of fetal development through adolescence is clearly an essential public health measure if we are to help reduce the growing numbers of those with learning and developmental disorders and create an environment in which children can reach and maintain their full potential" (see entire statement, below).
Included in their list are those chemical exposures stemming from natural sources. While this is not specifically noted in the report, naturally occurring toxins found within damp buildings may be considered as similar to these toxicants, and a very common exposure source, both in schools, parent workplaces, and homes. (SMH)
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