Author: Chuck Kern, TACA Grandfather When my son announced that he was naming his second son, Charlie, after me, I was very humbled and overwhelmed with pride. “Charles” has been an important name in our family tree. But many months later, my emotions turned to deep anxiety and fear when I realized that Charlie did […]
Tag: treatment
A Beginners Guide To Medical Interventions for ASD
Autism is diagnosed on external behaviors exhibited but there are many comorbid conditions that are common, and treatable. A comorbid condition is an additional disease or disorder. Treating those comorbid conditions often results in the reduction of behaviors and can even lead to a loss of the autism label for some. There are many comorbid […]
Why We Treat Autism
Why We Treat Autism Why does TACA promote treating autism when many professionals still consider this a hopeless diagnosis? TACA’s Vision Statement TACA believes in early diagnosis, intensive therapies and medical intervention for children affected by autism. With early intervention, medical treatment unique to each person’s needs and necessary support services for families many children […]
Autism on a Budget Series
I am a single mom of two adults on the spectrum so I know all about money concerns. Raising a child, or two, with ASD will break the bank! I have also been doing parent support for over 10 years and have been asked countless times, “How am I supposed to be able to afford […]
Medical Treatment on a Budget
A lot of people ask, “Why are medical treatments so expensive?” We are at an exciting time in medicine for autism as we are learning more every day about this disorder and its co-occuring conditions. Sadly, science is much slower than we would like and insurance coverage is even slower. Having no medical conditions in the […]
Rossignol Studies and Treatments Simplified
We are frequently asked for an easy-to-understand version of the studies and treatments that can help our kids and we’re immensely grateful that Dr. Rossignol has let us post them here for your convenience. They can also be found on his website. Dr. Rossignol has many studies on his website, but here are some simplified […]
Flu Prevention
Pre- and Post-Flu Vaccination Care and Flu Prevention Tips Flu season is upon us and with the new Swine flu strain, it seems flu is everywhere. We aim to offer you helpful tips to consider to keep your family safe and healthy this flu season, and all year long. Pre and Post Vaccination Tips Renowned pediatrician […]
TACA is matchautism.com?
By Lisa Ackerman Dating? I never thought that this would ever be a title for a TACAnowblog. Somehow I knew the issue would come up some day, but how? First, I am so happy to share this story. I know that the window never closes for our kids. Intervention can help at any age (1.) […]
Letter to parents looking at biomedical intervention for autism
Guest Blogger: Andrew Zimmerman In this photo: the amazing Zimmerman family with TACA Founder (NOTE: This is a feature from the new TACA Autism Journey Guide – Volume 2. For more information please see: http://tacanow.org/about-autism/autism-journey-guide/ ) Dear Parents, I am writing this to encourage you to consider biomedical interventions for your child. I hope many […]
MAPS – new physicians group for autism & chronic conditions
Editors Note: Parents of children living on the autism spectrum should be excited about MAPS. In 2012, the MAPS physicians training and certification group is the next generation in physician leadership for chronic conditions including autism. I am very excited about assisting with this important project and know this will provide great assistance to families […]
What Autism Symptoms Mean
I. Medical Treatment Basics Overview II. Why Does My Child Do THAT? III. Definition of Terms Used I. Medical Treatment Basics Overview What is Medical Treatment? Children with autism almost always have medical conditions that cause or make the symptoms of autism worse. Treating those conditions makes the child healthier and when they are in […]
Criteria for Appropriate Treatments, Dr. Ivar Lovaas, Ph. D.
To read Dr. Ivar Lovaas’s, Ph. D., Critera for Appropriate Treatments, click here to download the PDF.
Treating autism with alternative solutions
By Sue Thoensen Daily Pilot Published April 2007 April is Autism Awareness Month, and for Lisa Ackerman of Newport Beach, whose son Jeff, 10, is autistic, her organization — Talk About Curing Autism — is doing a lot more than just talking about it. Ackerman and her husband formed the nonprofit parent group in Huntington […]
Medical Testing, Common Issues & Treatment Information
First Things First In the American Academy of Pediatrics Physicians’ references, there are very few “standards of care” for children affected with autism. Standards of care are used to define necessary treatments by health insurance companies and the providers of services and treatments. In addition these standards are created so health insurance companies know what […]
The Parent’s Role in Biomedical Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders
By Lisa Ackerman – December 2006 Nothing is more heartbreaking for parents than receiving the label of “autism” for their beloved child. Hopes and dreams for a child never include this devastating diagnosis. As follow-up appointments come and go, many families, including mine, have heard this statement from professionals: “There is nothing you can do.” […]
Autism Research Institute (ARI) Parent Ratings of Behavioral Effects of Biomedical Interventions
Autism Research Institute ● 4182 Adams Avenue ● San Diego, CA 92116 [Excerpt of article cited from ARI Publ. 34/March 2009] Download the full article here. February 2008 The parents of children affected by autism represent a vast and important reservoir of information on the benefits—and adverse effects— of the large variety of drugs and […]
