Autism
- Proven Natural Treatment for Autistic Children, Teens, and Adults
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Autism
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- Natural Remedies for Autism
- Information
- Help from a Practicing
Clinical Psychologist
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"Your
child has autism"
Many parents who first hear the
words "Your child has autism" are
shocked and dismayed.
While we have all heard about
autism, many of us have only vague ideas of
what the diagnosis means and what can be done to help children
and adults lead as normal a life as possible.
The truth is that autism, being a
spectrum disorder, affects different people in different
ways and no two autistic children are exactly alike.
There are also many different theories about what causes autism
and what can be done to treat it.
This makes things very
confusing for parents who are struggling to come to
terms with what is best for their child.
Diagnosis
and symptoms of autism
Autism is a neurological disorder
and one of five developmental disorders classified under the
heading of Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD).
Pervasive Developmental Disorders
(PDD) is made up of 5 different disorders:
- Autism
- Asperger's Disorder
- Childhood Disintegrative
Disorder (CDD)
- Rett's Disorder
- PDD - Not Otherwise Specified
(PDD - NOS)
It is estimated that as many as 1.5
million Americans, including children and adults, may
have autism. There are currently no medical tests
which can diagnose autism.
Diagnosis is usually based on
careful observation as well as information
provided by parents and other caregivers on the child's
behavior, communication, social interaction and developmental
levels.
There are also a number of screening
tests or questionnaires which can be performed,
including the CARS rating (Childhood Autism Rating Scale) and
CHAT (Checklist for Autism in Toddlers). Diagnosis
can be made by Pediatricians, Psychiatrists and Clinical
Psychologists or by a multi-disciplinary team.
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In
order to make a formal diagnosis of Autism,
the
following symptoms must be present (DSM lV-TR)
Impairment in
social interaction
- Lack of eye contact,
facial expression and social gestures
- Failure to develop
peer relationships
- Does not seek out
social interaction
- Lack of social or
emotional reciprocity
Impairment in
communication skills
- language delay or
absence
- inability to initiate
and sustain conversation
- stereotyped or
'strange' use of language
- lack of make believe
or social play
Restricted,
stereotyped and repetitive behavior, interests and
activities
- abnormally intense
preoccupation with certain activities or areas of
interest
- inflexible insistence
on certain nonfunctional rituals or routines
- stereotyped and
repetitive movements e.g. hand flapping,
preoccupation with parts of objects
To make the
diagnosis at least 6 of the above must be noted, as well
as developmental delays in at least ONE of the following
areas:
- Delayed or abnormal
social interaction
- Delay or abnormal use
of language in social interaction
- Delay or absence in
symbolic or imaginative play
The delays or impairment
described above can vary from mild to severe. Remember
that many healthy children will display
some of the above symptoms. This does not make
them autistic!
It is important that the
full cluster of symptoms described above be present.
Some of these symptoms may be present from early
infancy, but usually become more obvious by 2 - 4 years
of age.
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What
causes Autism?
There is no known single
cause of autism. It is known that autism is a
neurological disorder and that there may be differences in the shape
and the structure of the brain of
autistic children as opposed to non-autistic children.
It is thought that, in certain
cases, there might be a genetic predisposition to
autism, which may run in families. Whether the predisposition to
autism is genetic or not, there may be several 'triggers'
which can precipitate the disorder.
These could include problems
in pregnancy and birth, viral infections,
exposure to certain environmental chemicals or pollutants,
digestive abnormalities or even allergies
to certain foods (e.g. milk and dairy products).
There are also suggestions that
autism may be caused by a reaction to childhood vaccines.
Obviously more research is needed in this area.
It is important for parents to
note that autism is not a mental illness and is
not caused by bad parenting or problems in the
home. All too often parents are made to feel guilty and as if
they have done something wrong, which is not the case.
Parents of
autistic children need as much support and help as
possible and should not be made to feel that they are the cause
of their child's problem.
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What
are the natural treatment options?
While there are many different
theories about the best course of treatment for autism, most
professionals agree that the earlier treatment
begins, the better the chances are that the child will be
helped.
Educational
and therapeutic approaches
These include specialized
education as well as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, music
therapy, sensory integration, behavior modification and speech
therapy. Depending on the symptoms and the
areas of developmental delay, these therapies
can be extremely effective and can be combined into the overall
treatment plan.The earlier they are begun the
better the chances of improvement. It is important to realize
that none of these therapies are 'quick fixes' and need
perseverance over a long period of time.
Dietary
intervention
There are indications that
certain vitamins and mineral supplements may improve
functioning in autistic people. While there is some
disagreement regarding this amongst medical professionals, many
parents have reported marked improvements after a program of
nutritional supplements. There are also a number of clinical
studies which strongly support the use of vitamin
and mineral supplementation in the treatment of
autism and have demonstrated significant improvement.
As nutrition is such a vital
ingredient in brain development, it stands to
reason that supplementation may have a positive benefit,
although this would vary from individual to individual. Some
experts have gone as far as to suggest that certain cases of
autism could be as a result of nutritional deficiencies
or mal absorption of nutrients from the diet. The subject is a
very complex one and outside the scope of this discussion.
There are also suggestions that
autistic symptoms can be caused as a result of mal absorption
and intolerances to certain foodstuffs, especially dairy
products and gluten contained in wheat and
grain products. Some parents have reported remarkable changes
after the elimination of these foodstuffs from
the diets of their autistic children.
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Natural
alternatives
Herbal and homeopathic
remedies can be viable alternatives to the
synthetic drugs and may be just as effective,
with far fewer risks and side effects.
Depending on the
symptoms that need treatment, Native Remedies recommends
the following remedies to assist in an overall treatment plan.
Remedies
may be used independently or in combination. See bottom
of page for discount combination packages.
Herbal
remedy for depression, mood swings,
repetitive behaviors, irritability, and
aggression
These may all be symptoms of
serotonin imbalance and may show improvement
with the use of our100% herbal MindSoothe Jr. formula
(available in capsules for adults and drops for children).
The ingredients of MindSoothe
Jr. have been clinically proven to assist in balancing
serotonin levels and act as SSRI's (Selective Serotonin
Re-uptake Inhibitors) in much the same way as the synthetic
SSRI's do.
Herbal
remedy for anxiety (calm and soothe)
Tranquilizing drugs may
be very effective in calming autistic children and adults, who
can easily become highly distressed and
volatile over seemingly small changes in their environment.
However, many tranquilizing drugs are also addictive
and individuals may build up tolerance,
resulting in the need for increasingly higher doses.
PureCalm is a herbal
formula which has been especially formulated to calm
and soothe children and adults without the risk of side
effects and potential addiction.
Available in easy to
administer drop form, the dosage may be adjusted to
suit children or adults. PureCalm may be taken
on its own when needed for quick symptomatic
relief, and is also safe to use with most
prescription and herbal medicines.
Herbal
remedies for ADHD, hyperactivity and concentration
Like the benzodiazepines and
tranquilizing drugs, the psycho-stimulants come
with documented side effects and potential for dependency.
Yet many parents find it very
difficult to deal with Autism children who also have symptoms of
ADHD,hyperactivity and concentration
problems.
For the treatment of
hyperactivity, restlessness and lack of concentration, Native
Remedies has developed two highly effective remedies:
Focus ADHD
Formula is a 100% herbal remedy which has been
especially formulated to treat the symptoms of ADHD in children
and adults alike. Focus comes in a tincture an
is easily administered as drops in some juice or water.
Native Remedies also offers BrightSpark
ADD,
a safe and effective homeopathic formula.
BrightSpark
ADD can
be effectively used on its own or it can be combined
with
Focus ADDult Formula for severe or stubborn
cases or for children with defiance and anger problems.
Herbal
remedy for tantrums
Many Autism children have violent
tantrums, sometimes seemingly without cause. Tantrums
may often be a result of the child's frustration
at being unable to communicate or understand,
and may also be a response to changes in routine or environment.
Tantrum Tamer, a
specially formulated homeopathic remedy, uses proven homeopathic
ingredients which can greatly reduce or eliminate
distressing and hard to handle tantrums.
Tantrum Tamer
dissolves easily in the mouth and is pleasant
tasting and readily accepted by children.
The above
remedies may be used independently or in combination. See bottom
of page for discount combination packages
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How
have these products helped others?
"I just
wanted to let you know how you have changed lives. My two boys
are autistic. They were diagnosed early and put on medication.
At one point, they were on 6 medications each. One day out of
frustration, I searched the web for natural remedies for autism
and found you. I weaned them off the prescription drugs and
started them on Focus and PureCalm in the morning and MindSoothe
at night. Within two months they were brighter, calmer, and more
themselves than they have ever been. That was over 6 months ago
and they are doing so well, the schools are moving them into
more regular classes. We are so grateful for your remedies. It
have changed their lives. Oh, by the way, they have both lost a
total of 70 pounds since coming off the medicine and taking your
products! Thank you so much!"- Tammy S. MO
MindSoothe
Jr.
"My son was diagnosed with Autism when he was three years
old and we have struggled with him a lot because he rocks
himself and is very restless all the time and also gets
frustrated and he hurts himself. I was recommended that he go on
an antidepressant to help the stimming which really worried me
as he is so young and also he is very sensitive to medicines.
After I found Mindsoothe Jr and all the information on your
website, I thought I would rather try a natural product and I am
very glad I did. My son is much calmer and the stimming has
improved a lot - to only when he is upset or stressed. Then we
let him suck on the K-OK KiddieCalmer and he is much better. He
is also happier and can play with us now which he never did
before. This is after only 6 weeks and I know that we will see
more improvement from now on because he is much easier to reach.
Thank you very much - I can really recommend your products and I
have put my name down for repeat orders" Sharon, CA
I have an 18
year old, mid-range functioning, autistic son that was in such
anxiety over the transition to the bus and school that we were
considering putting him in a group home. I was desperate in
trying Mindsoothe, but thought anything is worth a try. We have
been giving him a child's dose as soon as he gets up, in his
juice and our mornings have never been so smooth. Thank you so
much for keeping our family together and giving him the peace of
mind to make these transitions easier. His school notes have
NEVER had words like fun, cooperative, and finishes his work
before. THANK YOU - Karen, GA
Focus
ADHD Formula
My daughter was diagnosed w/PDD.NOS and the doctors put her on
prescription medicine which helps ADHD children. She had some
side effects so we took her off of it. I found your website and
ordered FOCUS. She is only 5 and I give only in the morning
before school w/some juice. After a few weeks on FOCUS she has
been getting much better reports sent home from school and has
even been able to discontinue her OT. I feel that FOCUS along
with a small adjustment in her diet has helped more than the
prescription meds. the doctor originally had her on - Lisa
S., NY
"I am
writing about the big improvement in my daughter, Janey who is
autistic. She can't be taught in a mainstream school because she
can't keep up in a big class but she is in a special needs
school. The teacher said that unless she had Ritalin she would
never be able to learn anything, which I was very upset about
due to all the negative stuff you read. My daughter is such a
sweet child but she cannot concentrate on one thing and jumps
around not even able to sit still on her seat. If she does sit
still, she is flapping her hands or tapping her pencil and
nothing goes in. After one week of Focus we could see that she
was calmer and after 6 weeks she could sit still and do some
drawing. Now she is more calm and responsive in class and I can
notice that she is happier to go to school. I can tell you that
the teacher can't believe it as she said that the natural stuff
is not strong enough for my child, but she was wrong!!" Stacy,
CT
BrightSpark
"This remedy has brought about the most amazing change in
my daughter who is autistic! We want to recommend it to other
parents who have been told that their children will never change
as we have been told by the doctors. She is so much more calmer
and will even sit on my lap for the first time in her life which
makes my heart so happy!!! I know that you cannot cure autism
but my daughter is a different child and we can see the changes
every day. I think that it is because this is the first time
that she is beginning to notice what is going on around her. I
just wanted to say that if anyone has any doubts, rather try it
for yourself and you will see the difference. Thanks for
everything!" One Happy Mother.
PureCalm
"My 11 year old becomes very upset and stresses over small
things, for example if we have to move the furniture to clean
underneath it then we have to do it when she is asleep! This is
because of her autism which she can't control so we understand
but it is very difficult to keep everything the same all the
time, which obviously we can't - so sometimes she screams and
cries and then you can't get her to stop. My friend was taking
PureCalm Drops for herself and said why not try it, so we did.
It helps very much when my poor child needs to calm down and we
just drop it in her juice and she drinks it because she loves
her juice! She doesn't get drowsy just calmer." Cathy
L.
Tula
Tantrum Tamer
"Thank you for all your advice and for lending an ear in my
hour of need. I have received the Tantrum Tamer and am giving
you the results as you requested. I am very happy with the way
that it calms my son when he becomes so angry and starts to
scream and kick. I am using it every day as you directed and he
is definitely calmer and has less tantrums. When he does get
upset I give him an extra dose and the tantrum seems to
disappear. He likes to take the medication and seems to know
that it will help him." Diana
Serenite
Jr.
"Dear Sirs, I am very happy to say that my youngster is
finally falling asleep after using your Serenite Jr for
children. She has autism and instead of hours of rocking and
walking up and down, my wife and I can sit down and eat our
dinner together for the first time since our child was born,
which was almost four years ago. I have no hesitation in
recommending this product to anyone who is facing the same
problem." Henry.
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Autism
Natural Treatment Packs
To
assist you with your choice of remedies, Native Remedies has put
together a number of treatment ComboPacks, based on the problems
most commonly associated with Autism.
All remedies are
developed with care by our practicing Clinical Psychologist, are
100% natural, safe, and manufactured according to the highest
pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are
well-researched and have been put to the test over the years as
a complement to the treatment of real people with real problems.
Our
remedies are backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you
can experience relief risk-free.
To
order online using our secure server please select below.
Most orders are shipped the same day.
Normal
S&H within the U.S.A. is $5.99 for the first item
and only $1 additional per extra item. To see all shipping
options (overnight, international) see our shipping
policy
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MindSoothe
Jr
Herbal
remedy for depression, mood swings, repetitive
behaviors, irritability, and aggression
These
may all be symptoms of serotonin imbalance
and may show improvement with the use of our 100%
herbal MindSoothe Jr. formula (available
in capsules for adults and drops for children).
The
ingredients of MindSoothe Jr. have been clinically
proven to assist in balancing serotonin levels and act
as SSRI's (Selective Serotonin Re-uptake
Inhibitors) in much the same way as the synthetic
SSRI's do.
Research
has suggested that continued use can also improve eye
contact and emotional
responsiveness. It is important to remember
that MindSoothe Jr. must be taken regularly and that
improvement is usually noted only after 3 - 5 weeks,
although some individuals respond much sooner.
MindSoothe Jr.
50ml
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$36.95 +S&H
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$73.90 +S&H
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How
old must the child be?
MindSoothe
Jr. can safely be used by children from about
the age of 6.
Children
younger than 6 can also use MindSoothe but should be
supervised by a health care practitioner.
Caution
: Never discontinue
prescription medication without first
consulting your doctor or a health care professional
who is experienced in natural medicine. Do not use
MindSoothe Jr. together with other
prescription anti-depressants. If your child
is very fair in complexion, use a sun
block if there is excessive exposure to sun as St
John's Wort can sometimes increase
the skin's sensitivity to sunburn.
How
quickly will it work?
MindSoothe
Jr. contains two different ingredients, which
act in different ways.
The Passiflora
takes effect very quickly, especially
when presented in tincture form. You should notice
that your child is calmer, less irritable and less
easily frustrated.
St
John's Wort works by preventing the
over-metabolism of serotonin and the effect is
gradual, taking 3 - 5 weeks to reach
its full potential. Within this
period you should notice a gradual improvement in mood
and behavior, as well as concentration.
It
is important that MindSoothe Jr. be used regularly as
recommended. Continue use for about 6 months
and then gradually taper off over a period of about 3
weeks. If symptoms do not return it will not be
necessary to continue treatment.
How
do I administer MindSoothe Jr.?
Instead of
the capsules used in the adult formula, MindSoothe
Jr. comes in convenient and easy to
administer drop form.
Determining
dosage is easy as MindSoothe Jr. is
especially formulated to be administered at the dosage
of one drop per age year of the
child.
For
children over the age of 15 years please see our adult
formula.
Simply
dilute MindSoothe Jr. in a little water
or juice (about 1/4 glass). No more fussing
and pleading with your child to swallow pills or
capsules. Use the recommended dosage in your child's favorite
juice - Nothing could be easier!
How
long will a bottle last?
One bottle
of MindSoothe Jr. will last 30-45
days. A 90-120 day supply (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE
special below) would be three bottles.
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PureCalm
Herbal
remedy for Anxiety (calm and soothe)
Tranquilizing
drugs may be very effective in calming
autistic children and adults, who can easily become highly
distressed and volatile over seemingly small changes
in their environment.
However,
many tranquilizing drugs are also addictive
and individuals may build up tolerance,
resulting in the need for increasingly higher
doses.
PureCalm
is a herbal formula which has been
especially formulated to calm and soothe children
and adults without the risk of side effects and
potential addiction.
Available
in easy to administer drop form, the
dosage may be adjusted to suit children or adults.
PureCalm may be taken on its own when needed
for quick symptomatic relief, and is also safe
to use with most prescription and herbal
medicines.
How
do I use PureCalm?
Adults:
Take 10 – 20 drops in a little water or
juice three times daily
If
necessary, PureCalm can be taken together with
MindSoothe for maximum effectiveness against anxiety
and depression.
Children: Take 1 drop per age in a
little water or juice three times daily
PureCalm can be taken together with Kiddie Calmer
for maximum effectiveness against child anxiety.
Caution:
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How
long until I see results?
PureCalm
comes in a concentrated tincture
formula that facilitates rapid absorption into the
blood stream, resulting in almost instant relief, and
making PureCalm one of the most effective
anti-anxiety remedies on the market.
Because of
its fast action, you should feel a calming effect
within about 5 minutes.
How
long will a bottle last?
One bottle
of PureCalm will last 30 days. A
90-day supply (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE special above)
would be three bottles.
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Focus
and BrightSpark
Herbal
remedies for ADHD, hyperactivity and concentration
Like the
benzodiazepines and tranquilizing drugs, the psycho-stimulants
come with documented side effects and
potential for dependency. Yet many
parents find it very difficult to deal with Autism
children who also have symptoms of ADHD,hyperactivity
and concentration problems.
For the
treatment of hyperactivity, restlessness and lack of
concentration, Native Remedies has developed two
highly effective remedies:
Focus ADHD
Formula is a 100% herbal remedy which
has been especially formulated to treat the symptoms
of ADHD in children and adults alike.
Focus comes in a tincture an is easily administered as
drops in some juice or water.
Focus Tincture
(50ml)
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$29.95 +S&H
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$59.90 +S&H
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How
do I use Focus?
Children
up to the age of 15: Take one drop per age
year of the child or adolescent in a little water or
juice every morning and evening after meals.
Adults:
Take 20 drops in a little water every morning and
evening after meals.
Focus
may be also be combined with BrightSpark homeopathic
ADD/ADHD remedy or MindSoothe Jr (ages 3-15).
How
long until I see results?
While an
immediate calming effect is usually noted, it takes a
little longer for improvements in concentration,
distractibility and memory to be noted.
How
long will a bottle last?
One bottle
of Focus at full adult dosage (20
drops twice daily) will last 25-30
days.
For
children under the age of 15 one bottle will last
longer as less drops are taken, a bottle of Focus for
a 10 year old child for example would last around 50
days.
A 90-120
day supply of 3 bottles is offered at a discount
(see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE special above).
Native
Remedies also offers BrightSpark, a safe and effective
homeopathic formula. BrightSpark can
be effectively used on its own or it can be combined
with Focus ADHD Formula for severe or stubborn cases
or for children with defiance and anger problems.
BrightSpark
tablets (125)
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$29.95 +S&H
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$59.90 +S&H
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How
do I use BrightSpark?
Dosage:
BrightSpark comes in very small sucking
tablets (can be chewed as well, and have a pleasant
taste) taken 2 at a time, 3 times daily.
The second
dosage can be taken at 3 p.m. or 4 p.m. for those
children that are in school. Use on an empty stomach.
Caution: Avoid strong mint flavored candies.
BrightSpark
can also be used together with Focus ADHD
Formula ,Focus works very quickly to help the symptoms
of ADHD while BrightSpark is taking effect to heal the
causes.
How
long until I see results?
Response
times vary from individual to individual, based on
their physiological make up, and are greatly increased
if the recommendations are followed regarding diet, TV
and consistent discipline.
Some
individuals show an immediate improvement which
increases over time, while others will see results
after 3 - 6 weeks. Regular use is important!
How
long will a bottle last?
One bottle
of BrightSpark will last 20 days. A
60-day supply is recommended (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE
special below).
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Tula
Tantrum
Tamer
Herbal
remedy for tantrums
Many
Autism children have violent tantrums,
sometimes seemingly without cause. Tantrums may often
be a result of the child's frustration
at being unable to communicate or understand,
and may also be a response to changes in routine or
environment.
Tantrum
Tamer, a specially formulated homeopathic remedy, uses
proven homeopathic ingredients which
can greatly reduce or eliminate distressing and hard
to handle tantrums. Tantrum Tamer dissolves easily in
the mouth and is pleasant tasting and
readily accepted by children.
In
what form does it come?
Tantrum
Tamer comes in
Lactose based pillule form, making it dissolve easily
in the mouth.
How
do I use Tantrum Tamer?
First suck
five pillules in a clean mouth every hour for six
doses. Thereafter suck five pillules twice daily. Use
on an empty stomach.
Cautions: Avoid strong mint flavored candies.
How
long until I see results?
Use
regularly to treat a child who is generally difficult
and struggles with frequent temper tantrums. A gradual
improvement will be noted over a period of 3 - 6
weeks.
Continue
for up to 12 weeks and then stop treatment to see
whether symptoms return. If they do not, then one can
discontinue use permanently.
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