HOW TO HELP A CHILD BEGIN TO SELF-SOOTHE Helping a child learn to self-soothe is an important skill for their emotional development. Teach Calming Techniques: Teach the child age-appropriate techniques like taking deep breaths, counting to ten, or using a calming phrase or word. Provide Comfort Objects: A soft toy, a security blanket, or a special […]
Autism
People – It’s Complicated
Navigating these complexities can be challenging, especially when we encounter people with vastly different views. However, learning to recognize the fluidity of identity (not gender specifically) can
Supplements, B Vitamins are they effective?
We use tons of supplements still, including all the B vitamins, but are they effective? The Impact of Vitamin B6 on Mental Health: Exploring the Connection In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the relationship between nutrition and mental health, and if you have read any of this blog, you know we […]
Namenda
“… there is some evidence that it may also be useful in the treatment of certain symptoms associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).”
Leucovorin
Leucovorin – Folic Acid to the Rescue in Autism Leucovorin is very expensive, a pharmaceutical form of folic acid. Typically this drug is RX’d to those who show a reaction on FRAT testing. What is FRAT Testing: “Fratnow’s FRAT® measures the presence of antibodies that interact (either block or bind) with the activity of the […]