Please share an interesting fact about living with autism/ asd.

Ignore: Many people feel a gluten free diet helps with symptoms.

Ignore: Consider probiotics as some research suggests gut flora plays a role in cognitive issues.

Ignore: Get a clinical nutritionist consultation to help plan gluten free, non gmo meals.

Ignore: Find something they are good at and help them develop those skills. They need positive feedback.

Ignore: Keep a notebook with your child's medical & educational information to share with every new doctor.

Ignore: Challenging behaviors are usually the primary obstacle in supporting children with autism/asd.

Ignore: Patients with HFA variant, when treated, are some of the most delightful people I know.

Ignore: Very intelligent beings, use 2create healthy coping strategies. Be kind as u learn their strengths.

Less: Less than 10% of autism spectrum disorders are associated with other medical conditions.

The: The risk of autism occurring in the sibling of an autistic child is 5-6 %.

Ignore: Autistics often have hidden talents or interests . Finding them is a worthwhile pursuit and blessing.

Ignore: If you suspect your child has autism, speak to your pediatrician NOW -early therapy improves outcome.

Ignore: Create a problem list and work on each one separately. Improvements come with baby steps !!

Ignore: Having Aspergers ( high functioning autism ) is not necessarily an affliction . Many of us do well!

Ignore: 1) Mainstream your child as much as you can2) Do not overprotect 3) Choose appropriate food.

The: The primary goals of autism treatments are to lessen deficits and to lessen family stresses.

Ignore: There are degrees of autistic spectrum disorders. It's a continuum of symptoms, not categorical.