Human population Quote by Thomas D. Taylor
““if that figure stays current, it means the chances of killing off a potential autistic at all is 1 in 64 if you did not select for sex, and in 32 if you did select for sex. Thus when male babies are selected for termination, 31 out of every 32 abortions kill off non-autistic babies. So if anything, selective abortions (presently) reduce the number or non-autistics in the human population, and do not substantially decrease the numbers of autistics in the human population. And””
About This Quote
The quote argues that selective abortion based on sex does not significantly lower autism prevalence, because most terminations affect non‑autistic fetuses.
In simple terms: Selective abortions mainly reduce non‑autistic births, not autistic ones.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the statistical impact of selection criteria.
Themes
ethics
statistics
public health
disability rights
reproductive choice
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
concerned
Type
scientific
ethical
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- medical ethics debates
- public health planning
- genetic counseling
- disability advocacy
- policy making
Key Concepts
probability
population genetics
bias
policy implications
Questions to Reflect On
- How do selection criteria affect population health?
- What ethical responsibilities arise from such statistics?
A Different Perspective
The analysis assumes accurate autism diagnosis and ignores broader social factors.
