That, I'm not sure of, as I haven't read any studies to that regard.

Mental health isn't really my field, though I have had basic training in it, so the studies may be out there.

Even with modern medicine, there are far too many kids (and adults), who slip through gaps that are far too big.

(February 22, 2017 at 4:26 pm)The Valkyrie Wrote:

(February 22, 2017 at 4:16 pm)mh.brewer Wrote: We're the only homo species still alive (that we know of). 

With tech we may be in control of our next evolutionary step. Wonder if we will recognize it? Probably not if step is extinction.

If it involves two dicks I want no part of it. More boobs on the other hand...............

So, you'll be wanting more hands, too...

Don't forget tongues.

(February 22, 2017 at 8:47 pm)mh.brewer Wrote:

(February 22, 2017 at 4:26 pm)The Valkyrie Wrote: So, you'll be wanting more hands, too...

Don't forget tongues.

Forked.

(February 22, 2017 at 3:04 pm)Rhondazvous Wrote: We're the only species in the Homo genus.  Is it possible this could change? Have we shown signs of continuing evolution or have we reached a plateau?

Giant salamanders!

(February 22, 2017 at 3:16 pm)Jesster Wrote: I have heard a hypothesis about our continual evolution lately. The prevalence of people on the autism scale is increasing, supposedly because of the increase in information we are required to juggle in our daily lives. People who are able to handle large amounts of information perform better at the tasks we're required to accomplish in most developed countries. The downside is that this sacrifices less important brain functions, which leads in the direction of things like autism.

I have no idea how true this is, but it's something to look into. I'll admit that I'm not personally interested enough to do any more research into the idea.

Actually, the increase in reporting has more to do with better methods for detection, and a less prejudicial attitude to certain mental conditions like autism. Very few autistic people cand do what you describe, that perception is very much an artefact of media misreporting and popular fiction, like Rain Man.

(February 22, 2017 at 9:00 pm)Tazzycorn Wrote: Actually, the increase in reporting has more to do with better methods for detection, and a less prejudicial attitude to certain mental conditions like autism. Very few autistic people cand do what you describe, that perception is very much an artefact of media misreporting and popular fiction, like Rain Man.

Yeah, I'm not putting too much trust in that one either. I didn't see an actual study when I first heard it. I don't care enough to look into it further, either, so I'm not about to believe it yet. If there's something solid there at all, I'll let the folks with the proper degrees pick it apart.

(February 22, 2017 at 8:52 pm)The Valkyrie Wrote:

(February 22, 2017 at 8:47 pm)mh.brewer Wrote: Don't forget tongues.

Forked.

Not so crass, how about bifurcated. Oooo, sexy!

(February 22, 2017 at 7:26 pm)Alex K Wrote:

(February 22, 2017 at 7:25 pm)ignoramus Wrote: Guys, why do they say that we only use about 4% of our brain capacity? (I use 2% just to tie my shoelaces, lol!)
Why would we evolve like that? It's not like evolution does some forecasting and plans ahead?

Because the statement is wrong

Does that also apply to Aussies?

(February 22, 2017 at 9:20 pm)ignoramus Wrote:

(February 22, 2017 at 7:26 pm)Alex K Wrote: Because the statement is wrong

Does that also apply to Aussies?    

No.

Aussies are a singular, independent species.

I was under the impression that our politicians only use about 4% of their brain capacity???

(February 22, 2017 at 9:48 pm)ignoramus Wrote: I was under the impression that our politicians only use about 4% of their brain capacity???

No, they use 100%.

It's just unfortunate that the 100% equates to 2% for the rest of us.