Sensory Processing Issues in Autism

Sensory Processing Issues in Autism

What do parents mean when they express concern that their child “has sensory issues?” Even the DSM 5.0 now lists sensory processing differences as a core diagnostic symptom. A new study appeared last week showing that children on the spectrum actually...
Aspertools for Asperger’s Spectrum

Aspertools for Asperger’s Spectrum

There is a great deal of medical information to be learned about the autism epidemic of this century. Aspertools: The Practical Guide to Understanding and Embracing Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Neurodiversity is a useful book to read and keep in...
Probiotics for Autism

Probiotics for Autism

One of the most effective treatments that MAPS doctors utilize to address the signs and symptoms of autism is probiotic supplementation. What they are Fermented foods, such as cheese, yogurt and kefir, for example, contain microbes. Over 100 years ago, researchers at...