Triple Board Certified psychiatrist Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza unravels the truth behind the enduring myth that vaccines cause autism. Delve into the story of Dr. Andrew Wakefield, the man who ignited a global health scare with his 1998 study, and discover the motivations and the flawed research behind this damaging claim.From the immediate aftermath to the long-term impacts on public health and the Autism community, Dr. Mirza brings an informed perspective to the issue, as someone who has learned from leading Autism researchers and who works extensively with Autistic individuals. We also examine how this myth continues to influence public perceptions and behaviors today, despite extensive scientific research debunking Wakefield's claims. Join us as we underscore the profound effects of misinformation and highlight the collective responsibility we share in promoting evidence-based understanding.What's your take on this topic? Leave a comment below and share your thoughts. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on our latest content!#autism #vaccine #mentalhealth #misinformation Chapters0:00 Intro1:05 Vaccines and Autism paper2:41 Red flags in the paper4:39 Wakefield's financial conflicts of interest6:07 Retraction of paper8:40 Lasting impact of the lie12:40 Take home message__________________________________________Let's connect on all my socials (linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd for everything everywhere all at once):TikTok (@TheKicksShrink): https://tiktok.com/@thekicksshrinkInstagram (@TheKicksShrink): https://instagram.com/thekicksshrinkYouTube (@TheKicksShrink): https://youtube.com/thekicksshrinkTwitter (@sulmoney): https://twitter.com/sulmoneyAudio only PodcastsAnchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/thekicksshrinkSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/hveys2cdApple: https://tinyurl.com/32mvzu8bGoogle: https://tinyurl.com/2p977brsDISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 800.273.8255 or 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options

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