Monthly Learning Series: June
This month’s topic “Inflammation, Infections & Mold: Calming the Immune System to Support the Brain” explores how inflammation and immune system challenges can affect behavior, learning, and emotional regulation in individuals with autism. Families will learn about connections between infections, mold exposure, mast cell activation, and neuroinflammation. Experts will explain why these triggers can lead to regressions or symptom flare-ups. Practical strategies will help families identify triggers, reduce inflammation, and support long-term healing.
The Autism Community in Action (TACA) provides general information regarding medical research, treatment options, therapies and nutrition to the autism community. The information comes from a variety of sources and is not independently verified by TACA. Nothing presented in print or at meetings should be construed as medical or legal advice. Always consult your child’s doctor regarding his or her individual needs.
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June Includes:
Mold, Mycotoxins, and the Brain: How Exposure Impacts Inflammation, Behavior, and Development with Pejman Katiraei, DO
This live webinar will explore the connection between mold exposure, mycotoxins, inflammation, and neurological health.
How Dampness and Mold Contribute to Autism with Pejman Katiraei, DO
This session reframes behavioral and developmental challenges in children as biologically driven rather than purely behavioral.
Gut-Brain Inflammation in ASD and the Beneficial Role of Natural Mast Cell Inhibitors with Theoharis C. Theoharides, PhD, MD
In this session, autism is explored as a whole-body condition shaped by connections between the brain, gut, and immune system.
Treating Mold Illness in Children with ASD with Katie Dahlgren, ND
This session reframes mold exposure as an often overlooked but significant contributor to complex health and developmental challenges in children and people with autism.
Resources
Immune Dysfunction in Autism
The body’s immune system defends against infection and protects its own cells. However, research has shown that the immune system is not working…
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Mold and Mycotoxins
Mold exposure can be a contributing factor to autism in some kids. This exposure can cause health concerns including allergy symptoms, fatigue, b…
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Mast Cells and Autism
A mast cell is a type of white blood cell that is found in connective tissues all over the body, including under the skin, near blood and lymph vessel…
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PANDAS/PANS and Autism
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders associated with Streptococcal Infections, or PANDAS, is a common autoimmune disorder with far-reaching…
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Nervous System Dysregulation in Autism
When a child is stuck in fight or flight mode, they cannot rest, digest, or heal. As a parent of a child with autism, you’re probably already aw…
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Advanced Medical Treatment – Home Environment
Our home is our sanctuary. It needs to be a safe and healthy place. In addition, research tells us that environmental toxins contribute toautism.
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