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Several underlying medical issues, common to autism, can cause or contribute to aggressive behavior.  However, when these medical issues are…

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

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

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

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

At first glance, many would think that autism and detoxication have nothing to do with one another. However, it has…

Symptoms we often associate with autism—such as anxiety, tics, and inattention—can be caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the…

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

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

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

Kids with autism can be extremely selective when it comes to eating. An estimated 46–89% of children with autism spectrum disorder…

Seizures are a significant concern in autism because of their high prevalence and association with increased mortality and morbidity among…

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

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

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

A mast cell is a type of white blood cell that is found in connective tissues all over the body,…

Genetics is a complex science that is constantly evolving. Researchers continue to study the relationship between genetics and autism spectrum…

Mold exposure can be a contributing factor to autism in some kids . This exposure can cause health concerns including allergy symptoms,...

Research has shown that Methyl B12, also known as methylcobalamin, can help relieve symptoms of autism.   In the body, B12 assists…

When examining the behavioral symptoms of autism, it is important to consider all possible co-occurring medical conditions. Hormone regulation plays…

Ammonia is toxic to the human body. In fact, elevated ammonia in the body can cause brain fog, difficulty thinking,…

Retained primitive reflexes can keep a child from reaching their full potential. Primitive reflex integration done with daily exercises can…

Supporting brain health is important for everyone but especially our kids with autism. Research has shown that people with autism have unstable…

The body’s immune system defends against infection and protects its own cells. However, research has shown that the immune system…

Pica is the persistent eating or chewing of items that are not typically thought of as food and that do…

There is good reason the gut is referred to as a person’s second brain. Over 70% of our immune system resides…