Autism Treatment

Autism summer camps in New York, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin have published their 2010 schedules and registration information.

Jan 13, 2010 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

In Arizona, children and adults with autism may be eligible for a variety of benefits including healthcare, respite care, habilitation, and several therapies.

Nov 28, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Blogging is an effective tool for disseminating information; four blogs dedicated to autism recovery and biomedical treatments guide parents through this complex world.

Jun 29, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Mark and David Geier will discuss the Lupron Protocol at the USAAA conference; this is just one of the many workshops available to conference attendees.

Jun 13, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Not all autism treatment options are widely accepted. Two of the more controversial treatments are the Lupron Protocol and IV chelation.

Jun 12, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The Association for Behavior Analysis International Annual Convention will host thousands of attendees, hundreds of panels, 93 workshops, and many special events.

May 4, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The biomedical approach to treating autism spectrum disorders may be confusing but these three books help parents to better understand these treatments.

Apr 17, 2009 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

All children, including children with autism, learn through play. Parents can buy gifts that do double duty and function as both toys and therapy items.

Dec 5, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

With over two decades of history, The Son-Rise Program is one of the oldest treatment programs available for use with children on the autism spectrum.

Nov 13, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The GFCF Diet is the most commonly used dietary intervention for autism among families surveyed; comprehensive data about the diet is now available.

Nov 13, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Generation Rescue was created to help parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder pursue biomedical interventions in order to help their children recover.

Oct 30, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The American Medical Autism Board offers a certification program for doctors that take a biomedical approach to autism spectrum disorders.

Sep 13, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Meeting with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) can prove beneficial for many children with Asperger's Syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.

Jun 18, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Some individuals with autism have found that following an alternative diet can be beneficial. The GF/CF, Feingold and Specific Carbohydrate Diets are detailed.

May 22, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Some parents of young adults may make the decision to look into a residential program. Learn more about the CLLC in North Carolina and Eden A.C.R.E.s in New Jersey.

May 13, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

An autism spectrum disorder diagnosis usually comes with a significant financial burden for the family; learn more about the financial aspects of autism.

Apr 15, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Occupational therapists help individuals with an autism spectrum disorder improve both fine and gross motor skills plus address sensory processing concerns.

Mar 24, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH) method was developed to assist individuals on the autism spectrum.

Mar 12, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

CARD leads the industry in providing personalized applied behavior analysis therapy plans to children and families dealing with an autism spectrum disorder.

Feb 24, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Social quirks are a core deficit of individuals on the autism spectrum. Through the use of facilitated social therapies these individuals can overcome these issues.

Feb 14, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Speech-language pathologists are tasked with assisting individuals on the autism spectrum with their communication deficits through the use of speech therapy.

Feb 3, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

The Autism Research Institute's DAN project helps those with autism spectrum disorders reach new developmental milestones.

Jan 20, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Biomedical treatments provide an alternative, and promising, approach to addressing concerns related to autism spectrum disorders.

Jan 9, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

There are several different autism treatments that can boost developmental growth; three of the more popular and researched options are detailed.

Jan 7, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Sensory integration therapy provides a unique way to help autistic individuals regulate their sensory systems.

Jan 7, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Using essential oils such as peppermint, neroli, chamomile and sandalwood can be effective in reducing distressing symptoms of autism.

Feb 9, 2010 - Barbara Greenwood

Successfully treating autism through the gluten-free, casein-free diet takes diligence. But many parents who stick with it report huge gains in their autistic children.

Feb 7, 2010 - Jane Anderson

Chelation therapy, which some have used to treat autistic children, should be avoided. It does not work and may cause harmful side effects.

Oct 8, 2009 - Stacy Herlihy

Some autistic children experience dramatic improvement on the GFCF diet. However, others may find success by paying attention to how diet affects blood glucose levels.

Sep 28, 2009 - Sara Sherrer

Hiram Farm Living & Learning Community is an experiment in healing; first for autistic patients, but also for the land, the local food stream, and the general community.

Sep 23, 2009 - Estelle Rodis-Brown

Dietary intervention for the management of autism can be difficult to implement without understanding the hidden sources of gluten and casein.

Aug 28, 2009 - Diane Hartman

Children with autism showed significant improvement in receptive language, eye contact, social interactions and overall functioning with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

Apr 14, 2009 - Dr. Vandana Bhide

Countless books abound on diverse treatments and therapies designed to help children and adults with autism. Following is a short list of some of the most recent ones.

Feb 27, 2009 - Elizabeth Scott

Special days when giving sweets is the custom can be difficult for those who are not able to eat gluten. Follow these gluten-free recipes and surprise someone you love.

Feb 23, 2009 - Elizabeth Scott

The 2009 Association for Behavior Analysis International Autism Conference tries to bridge the gap between research and real life for people with autism.

Jan 27, 2009 - Elizabeth Scott

This Valentine's Day surprise that special someone on a gluten-free diet with some delicious heart shaped gluten-free sugar cookies.

Jan 14, 2009 - Elizabeth Scott

A gluten-free diet is often recommended to parents of autistic children. Cooking with gluten-free flours, however, is tricky. Use the following guide to help you.

Nov 19, 2008 - Elizabeth Scott

There is significant anecdotal evidence that vitamin B9, also known as folate, folic acid or folinic acid, provides benefits for some children with autism.

Jun 14, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

There is strong anecdotal evidence supporting the use of DMG for the treatment of autistic spectrum disorders.

Jun 14, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

Studies indicate that high-dose vitamin C supplements can have a beneficial effect on those with autistic spectrum disorders.

Jun 9, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

Studies indicate that vitamin B6 and magnesium supplements can have profoundly beneficial effects on those suffering from autistic spectrum disorders.

Jun 6, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

Autism treatment is available and yields results, but is not covered under Canadian national health care plan.

May 14, 2008 - Sylvie Roy

Learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder, what are the possible causes, how it affects lives, and ways to treat it and manage the symptoms.

Apr 16, 2008 - Sylvie Roy

Research has found a link between autism spectrum diseases and the functions of the gastrointestinal system and the brain. This link appears to be the hormone, secretin.

May 15, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter