Growth-attenuation could be considered ethically acceptable because of its potential benefits for children with developmental disabilities. For example, stunting a child’s growth can help to keep the child more mobile. This allows the child to participate in more activities, which in turn helps him feel more included. It also allows the child to receive more care in the home, rather than from outside sources. Children who grow up in a home environment have more opportunities to interact and bond with their parents and siblings. Their environment can be more easily adapted to their individual needs and likes, then in an institutional setting. There are also many factors which could indicate that growth-attenuation therapy is neither ethical
