Category: Medical Article – Common Medical Issues

Yeast overgrowth is a medical issue common to autism that can cause sleep disturbances, sensory issues, hyperactivity, picky eating, stimming,…

This article provides information about medical causes for speech issues in autism as well as treatment options. Please note: There…

Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders associated with Streptococcal Infections, or PANDAS, is a common autoimmune disorder with far-reaching movement, behavioral, and…

Studies show that 53% percent of children with autism have at least one frequent sleep problem. Unfortunately, typical treatments are often short-lived…

Common Symptomatology Between Lyme and Autism When speaking with children who are chronically ill, it can be difficult to understand…

Autism and gastrointestinal problems go hand-in-hand for many kids. To demonstrate, a meta-analysis of several studies published by the Journal…

Folate (vitamin B9) is very important to brain development. Current research is revealing that many kids with autism have low…

Complex gastrointestinal issues in autism require more complex action. When your child is still suffering despite dietary intervention, supplementation, and…

One of the most exciting areas of research in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is in the role of mitochondrial function. Research…

Anxiety is very common in autism. A meta-analysis showed that almost 40% of kids with autism have at least one comorbid anxiety…