New Autism

Tag Archives: Autism Symptoms

Environmental Factors and Autism – Part 2

Toxins play a large role in the health of our bodies. Lead levels have been linked to ASD, ADHD and learning disabilities.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment, Brain Function, Causes of Autism, Chelation, DAN!, Environmental, Nutrition, Research and Studies, toxins | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , 3 Comments

Environmental Factors and Autism – Part 1

What we do know now is that one of the key reasons for the dramatic rise in autism rates in the last 15-20 years can be attributed to environmental toxicity.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment, Brain Function, Causes of Autism, DAN!, Environmental, Research and Studies, toxins | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , , 4 Comments

The Autism Epidemic – a macroepigenetic approach to identify responsible factors

The alteration of gene expression can negatively impact neurodevelopment significantly simply because the resulting mineral disparities caused by OP pesticides (Pb) and heavy metals (Hg) have the ability to generate and open corridors for oxidative stress within the brain.

Posted in Autism General, Brain Function, Causes of Autism, Environmental, Nutrition, Research and Studies, toxins | Also tagged , , , , , 2 Comments

How a Healthy Gut Can Help Children with Autism

An effective regime that involves healing the gut can have a dramatic role in decreasing the inflammatory load and show remarkable progress in helping children recover language, social and cognitive function.

Posted in Autism General, Autism treatment, Biomedical treatment, Diet, Nutrition, Probiotics, Supplements | Also tagged , , , , , , , , , 8 Comments

Autism: What on Earth is going on?

Autism: What on Earth is going on?

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment, News, Research and Studies | Also tagged , , , , 5 Comments

DSM-5 changes to criteria for an autism spectrum diagnosis

In the upcoming DSM-5 psychiatric guidelines, the diagnoses of autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) will all be combined into one diagnosis called autism spectrum disorders.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment, Research and Studies | Also tagged , , , , , 3 Comments

Autism and Mindreading?

There are still many misconceptions floating around about autism, including Asperger’s syndrome, despite the fact that so much research has been performed in the last decade. There is still much to learn about autistic behavior.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Brain Function, Research and Studies | Also tagged , , , 4 Comments

Puberty and Autism

The onset of puberty can be a difficult time for autistic children. Many experience more frequent and severe behavioral problems. Nearly 20% of those afflicted begin to experience seizures during puberty. This is believed to be the result of hormonal changes.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment | Also tagged , , , , 7 Comments

Autism Stats and Facts

Autism Stats and Facts

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms, Autism treatment, Causes of Autism, Research and Studies | Also tagged , , , , 1 Comment

Childhood Disintegrative Disorder

Childhood Disintegrative Disorder is a rare but serious condition that afflicts two out of 100,000 children.

Posted in Autism General, Autism Symptoms | Also tagged , 1 Comment

Archives