An assumption often made in mainstream neoclassical economics (and methods that try to solve the economic problem) is that humans inherently pursue their self-interest, and that the market mechanism best satisfies the various wants different individuals might have.
6. 1 in every 200,000 are affected by dwarfism. 7. With so many possible causes of Dwarfism however, the number of people affected by Dwarfism are larger than one would first think. As stated before, people come in all shapes and sizes.
Although achondroplasia accounts for perhaps 70 percent of all cases of dwarfism, there are over 200 diagnosed types, and there are some individuals with dwarfism who never receive a definitive diagnosis and/or have a condition that is unique to themselves or their family.