Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism is a psychoneuroimmunological collection of symptoms such as social and communication challenges, sensory processing difficulties, perseverative behaviors and restricted interests. Because its rate is increasing exponentially, it cannot be caused by genetics alone. In these articles, we invite you to explore potential root causes such as food sensitivities, microbiome imbalances, autoimmune encephalitis, toxicity, retained reflexes, underlying chronic infections and more.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Articles
A Disrupted Circadian Rhythm Can Negatively Affect Health
What Is Circadian Rhythm? Any bodily process that occurs regularly on a 24-hour cycle is known as a circadian rhythm. The most common circadian rhythm is the sleep-wake cycle, and that’s what this article discusses. For simplicity, the sleep-wake cycle ... Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorder Main Info Page
What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by impairments in sensory, language, social, emotional and behavior areas. It is a “spectrum disorder,” with manifestations ranging from mild to severe. What Your Doctor May Tell ... Read More
The CDC Has Worsened Developmental Delays
CDC guidance changes in 2022 worsened the impact of developmental delays by lengthening the time to intervention for more babies than before. Read on to find out why these updated guidelines are bad news for kids. What Is a Developmental ... Read More
Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)
What Is the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)? The Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex, commonly referred to as the ATNR, is one of the key primal/primitive reflexes present in infancy. These reflexes are automatic movements directed from the brainstem, and they ... Read More
Moro Reflex
What Is the Moro Reflex? The Moro reflex, often referred to as the “startle reflex,” is one of the many primal/primitive reflexes present in infants from before birth. It is a physical reaction to sudden stimuli in a baby’s environment—most ... Read More
Speech, Language, and Communication Therapies for Autism
Speech, language, and communication support are essential components of care for many individuals with autism. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) provide assessment and ongoing diagnostic treatment to address a wide range of communication differences and needs, from helping nonspeaking children find a ... Read More
How to Prioritize Therapies for Autism, SPD, ADHD and Other Neurodevelopmental Conditions
Learning How to Prioritize Therapies Can Seem Overwhelming When your child is showing signs of developmental delays or has a neurodevelopmental diagnosis such as autism, SPD, ADHD or a learning disability, it can feel overwhelming to know how to prioritize ... Read More
Autism and Picky Eating
What Distinguishes Developmentally Appropriate Picky Eating from Pediatric Feeding Disorders? Every parent knows that mealtimes with young children can present challenges. Refusals to eat certain foods, complaints about textures, and demands for favorite meals are often chalked up to “picky ... Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorder Stories
Harper’s Reversal of Developmental Delays
I helped our daughter Harper heal from severe developmental delays, and there's help. No Eye Contact or Speech at Two and a Half Harper's main symptoms were, and I would say they peaked at about two and a half years ... Read More
Ashton’s Overcoming His Most Challenging Autism Symptoms After FRAT Test
We are ten years into our healing journey, and we have made significant and substantial progress. My child is doing very, very well, but I am still helping him heal from autism, and there is definitely hope. Regression into Autism ... Read More
Dante’s Reversal of Non-Verbal Autism
I helped my son heal from non-speaking autism, and there is absolutely hope. Getting the Autism Diagnosis Was Devastating I was told your son is beautiful, perfect in every way. And, as she was looking at him within like literally ... Read More
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