tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2949467606786725531.post6336395805640726832..comments2023-06-15T15:48:15.327+01:00Comments on Sceptical Rants: I still seem to be living in a stupid countryStephen Bainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17042496235288616270noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2949467606786725531.post-9067752196390275902008-05-16T09:35:00.000+01:002008-05-16T09:35:00.000+01:00Sometimes, it surely does seem that way. We recent...Sometimes, it surely does seem that way. We recently <A HREF="http://brainblogger.com/2008/05/15/acknowledging-vaccination-concerns/" REL="nofollow">wrote an article on a similar issue</A> at <A HREF="http://brainblogger.com" REL="nofollow">Brain Blogger</A>.<BR/><BR/>The days of patients blindly following doctor's directions are over. After all, how many times do we hear that we are ultimately in charge of our own health? When it comes to parents who choose not to vaccinate their children, a study reports two types: radical (refuses everything) and reformist (selectively opt out). Especially for the reformist group, pediatricians must be able to discuss anti-vaccination issues with the parent without acting like he/she is dumb, naive, or insane. In order to convert a parent from "reformist" viewpoints, acknowledging his/her questions and concerns as valid is the first step.<BR/><BR/>We would like to read your comments on our article at our site. Thank you.<BR/><BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>ShaheenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com