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2012年9月8日 星期六

Autism and Alternative Treatments - 6 Natural Approaches That Can Help


When treatments for Autism are being considered, medication is usually first attempted. For many reasons, including concerns about the side effects of medication, this is changing. More people are searching out natural solutions. Here are some alternative treatments used for Autism.



Nutritional
Autistic children are often sensitive to certain foods. Behavioral problems or meltdowns can occur when these foods are eaten. Sometimes just very small amounts trigger the symptoms. Some diets that have been used to help treat Autism include gluten-free and dairy-free. Rotation diets may also be used to identify the triggers.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Omega 3 has been found to be helpful in treating Autism, as well as many other disorders. Omega 3 supplements are claimed to aid in better quality sleep patterns, improved social interaction, and general health and well-being. The most potent forms are found in fish oil which is available in capsule or liquid form. There are many brands which have enhancements that reduce, conceal, or remove the fishy taste.





Music Therapy

Several studies have found music therapy to be very beneficial to the Autistic child. Sometimes an Autistic individual will sing along with music even though they will not speak. Music therapy can be used as a calming tool or a way to help the Autistic person work on skills such as speech, muscle development, or sensory issues. The music can also be beneficial in social interaction through group activities.





Sensory Integration

Autistic individuals can be very sensitive to sounds, tastes, textures, and smells. Sensory integration therapy helps the child to deal with these heightened and often overwhelming responses to their own senses.





Speech Therapy

Speech therapy is important for any child with Autism. Children with Autism usually misuse words, and they often have difficulty understanding the meanings of words. Speech therapists can help teach gestures and communication skills to nonverbal children and can recommend special equipment to help your child communicate.





Play Therapy

Play therapy can be a very useful treatment. Play therapy allows the child to relax and focus on things they enjoy. A therapist will play on the floor with the child and will give the child various toys to see if the child takes a liking to one of them. If the child begins to play the therapist will then try to interact with the child.

After the therapist has formed a relationship with the child they might include other children into play therapy. This can open doors for the child to interact and increase their ability to relate with others. Usually a therapist does the play therapy, however the parent can engage their child in the therapy after they have learned the techniques used.


These are just a few of the many alternative treatments available for Autism. They can also be combined with medication to build a better treatment plan.




There are so many unknowns when it comes to Autism. Gaining knowledge is so very important. You may find http://www.myautisminfo.com to be a helpful tool. http://www.myautisminfo.com has articles, videos and other resources to help you grow in knowledge and understanding of the different issues surrounding Autism.

by Deborah Lee





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2012年9月5日 星期三

Nature Helps in Autism Therapy Techniques and Treatments


Nature Therapy is a current therapy designed to complement other therapies for children with autism. In addition to speech therapies, as well as physical and occupational therapies, activities in nature promote healing properties. Natural environments are filled with resources for sensory exploration. Autism is a sensory processing disorder. New research shows the soothing effects nature can have on children with autism. Children of all abilities benefit emotionally, physically and psychologically from consistent time in natural surroundings. Many therapists are bringing children outside as part of their therapy programs and having successful outcomes. Children are able to listen, to feel, smell, and observe outdoors.

Autism is often described as a sensory processing disorder. Sensory integration therapy is a type of therapy readily used with autistic children. During sessions, therapists work one on one with the child to encourage movement. The goal of therapy is to improve the brain's ability to process sensory information. During therapy sessions, the child performs an activity that combines sensory input with motion. Presently,many therapists are working with autistic children in nature, as part of programs, with much success!

Natural environments stimulate all of the senses! It is well known that being in nature reduces stress and stimulates the senses through sounds, visual images and scents. Regular outdoor time benefits all children's emotional, physical, and mental health. Several promising studies have found that therapy programs involving natural surroundings helps children with behavioral issues, ADHD and a diagnosis of being At-Risk. Nature is a soothing resource that is being used more and more in therapy programs for autistic children with exceptional result!








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2012年8月5日 星期日

Nature Helps in Autism Therapy Techniques and Treatments


Nature Therapy is a current therapy designed to complement other therapies for children with autism. In addition to speech therapies, as well as physical and occupational therapies, activities in nature promote healing properties. Natural environments are filled with resources for sensory exploration. Autism is a sensory processing disorder. New research shows the soothing effects nature can have on children with autism. Children of all abilities benefit emotionally, physically and psychologically from consistent time in natural surroundings. Many therapists are bringing children outside as part of their therapy programs and having successful outcomes. Children are able to listen, to feel, smell, and observe outdoors.

Autism is often described as a sensory processing disorder. Sensory integration therapy is a type of therapy readily used with autistic children. During sessions, therapists work one on one with the child to encourage movement. The goal of therapy is to improve the brain's ability to process sensory information. During therapy sessions, the child performs an activity that combines sensory input with motion. Presently,many therapists are working with autistic children in nature, as part of programs, with much success!

Natural environments stimulate all of the senses! It is well known that being in nature reduces stress and stimulates the senses through sounds, visual images and scents. Regular outdoor time benefits all children's emotional, physical, and mental health. Several promising studies have found that therapy programs involving natural surroundings helps children with behavioral issues, ADHD and a diagnosis of being At-Risk. Nature is a soothing resource that is being used more and more in therapy programs for autistic children with exceptional result!








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2012年7月23日 星期一

Autism and Alternative Treatments - 6 Natural Approaches That Can Help


When treatments for Autism are being considered, medication is usually first attempted. For many reasons, including concerns about the side effects of medication, this is changing. More people are searching out natural solutions. Here are some alternative treatments used for Autism.



Nutritional
Autistic children are often sensitive to certain foods. Behavioral problems or meltdowns can occur when these foods are eaten. Sometimes just very small amounts trigger the symptoms. Some diets that have been used to help treat Autism include gluten-free and dairy-free. Rotation diets may also be used to identify the triggers.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Omega 3 has been found to be helpful in treating Autism, as well as many other disorders. Omega 3 supplements are claimed to aid in better quality sleep patterns, improved social interaction, and general health and well-being. The most potent forms are found in fish oil which is available in capsule or liquid form. There are many brands which have enhancements that reduce, conceal, or remove the fishy taste.





Music Therapy

Several studies have found music therapy to be very beneficial to the Autistic child. Sometimes an Autistic individual will sing along with music even though they will not speak. Music therapy can be used as a calming tool or a way to help the Autistic person work on skills such as speech, muscle development, or sensory issues. The music can also be beneficial in social interaction through group activities.





Sensory Integration

Autistic individuals can be very sensitive to sounds, tastes, textures, and smells. Sensory integration therapy helps the child to deal with these heightened and often overwhelming responses to their own senses.





Speech Therapy

Speech therapy is important for any child with Autism. Children with Autism usually misuse words, and they often have difficulty understanding the meanings of words. Speech therapists can help teach gestures and communication skills to nonverbal children and can recommend special equipment to help your child communicate.





Play Therapy

Play therapy can be a very useful treatment. Play therapy allows the child to relax and focus on things they enjoy. A therapist will play on the floor with the child and will give the child various toys to see if the child takes a liking to one of them. If the child begins to play the therapist will then try to interact with the child.

After the therapist has formed a relationship with the child they might include other children into play therapy. This can open doors for the child to interact and increase their ability to relate with others. Usually a therapist does the play therapy, however the parent can engage their child in the therapy after they have learned the techniques used.


These are just a few of the many alternative treatments available for Autism. They can also be combined with medication to build a better treatment plan.




There are so many unknowns when it comes to Autism. Gaining knowledge is so very important. You may find http://www.myautisminfo.com to be a helpful tool. http://www.myautisminfo.com has articles, videos and other resources to help you grow in knowledge and understanding of the different issues surrounding Autism.

by Deborah Lee





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2012年3月25日 星期日

ADHD Alternative Treatments - A Side Effect Free Option to Prescription Medications


ADHD alternative treatments can be a helpful alternative when used with other primary treatments and are a side effect free way to rein in such problematic ADHD symptoms as inattention/distractibility, impulsivity, and hyperactivity/restlessness. While many in the mainstream would choose to conveniently discredit alternative ADHD treatments in favor of stimulant prescription medications the research simply doesn't support their view. Study after study shows that one form of treatment alone rarely produces better results than a multi treatment approach. In fact one study actually put a form of psychotherapy on equal footing with prescription medications such as Ritalin.

In this article we will be mainly focusing on neurofeedback therapies and experimental therapies that most experts in the field of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder believe to be credible.

Neurofeedback is a therapy reserved primarily for adults and is often referred to as EEG-biofeedback or neurotherapy. The assumption of doctors in this area of medicine is that neurofeedback improves the overall level of activity in the brain thus improving ADHD symptoms. During the therapy session electrodes are hooked up to the scalp to give your doctor a birds-eye view of what is happening in that skull of yours. Your readings are then compared to a database of normal brain readings to isolates and measure discrepancies. Once isolated a series of learning exercises are chosen to stimulate those areas of the brain which are weak. Neurofeedback therapies are considered to be somewhere between conventional and experimental and definitely have strong support in certain areas of the medical community.

Experimental therapies on the other hand haven't been readily embraced outside the natural health community. Nevertheless, naturopaths and specialist in the field of natural medicine base their whole treatment approach on these unconventional forms of ADHD alternative treatments. These therapies are generally considered side effect free and safe for all ages.

What are referred to as balancing therapies are at the center of the ADHD alternative therapies falling under the umbrella of experimental therapies. These would include homeopathic medicines, yoga, chiropractic adjustments, osteopathy, and acupuncture. These treatments are applied on a broader full spectrum scale which could be aptly defined as total mind and body therapy. They work to moderate and manage ADHD symptoms by reducing stress, slowing racing thoughts, and producing a feeling of general relaxation and wellness. Where neurofeedback tends to reeve up the brain, many experimental solutions try to give an already stressed brain a rest, thus allowing time to recalibrate brain chemical balance.

Other examples that fall under the heading of experimental ADHD alternative treatments are sensory integration, auditory integration, and vision therapy. While results of these forms of treatments have not been scientifically documented there is a great deal of anecdotal evidence to support their efficacy. However, they seem to be at their best when combined with other forms of more conventional treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy.




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2012年3月3日 星期六

Autism Symptoms and Potential Treatments


Autism is a neurological disorder that typically strikes children that appear to develop normally but one day begin to display bizarre symptoms. The disorder is typically diagnosed by the age of three but this is variable depending on the symptoms.

Infants with autism tend to have abnormal reactions to stimuli, either over or under. Smells may be overwhelming, touch may be distinguished as painful and common noises may cause crying spells that seem never-ending. As the child ages, other signs such as preferring to play alone and discomfort when cuddling may appear. Toys can go ignored and relationships with others are stalled. Language development in autistic children is impaired. There may be repetitive words, patterns of speech and gestures used as an effort to communicate. Repetitive actions are also common. Arm flapping, spinning in circles and habitual tapping can be exhibited in older children. Parents should always have supervision over children that suffer from autism as they are likely to begin to harm themselves. These children do not register pain normally and have no sense of fear.

Many advocates have attempted to blame childhood immunizations for autism. Testing is continuing but the argument and results are controversial. Treatment plans for those with autism are still developing. Pediatricians and specialists insist that the earlier the autism is diagnosed, the chances of successful treatment increase.

Behavior modification can be used to target the negative aspects of autism such as aggression, repetitive behaviors and inappropriate outbursts. The theory is that rewarding a good behavior will teach the child what is acceptable while ignoring the negative acts will teach the child to stop. A therapist would work directly with the patient providing intense treatment while teaching the child's caregiver mechanisms to help at home.

Sensory and social integration exercises are proven to reduce the child's sensitivity to different objects or foreign things. The social integration aspect involves encouragement of improving social skills by exposing the child to one on one play with the therapist while the child takes the lead. These practices are shown to improve emotional development and helping with learning.

Speech therapy is a form of communication therapy that teaches autistic individuals to express themselves with words and language instead of gestures or repetitive sounds. If speaking is not a possibility, picture exchanges can help the patient communicate. Instead of using language, the child gives the therapist or parent a picture that depicts what they are feeling or needing.

Some medical professionals believe that vitamins and supplements can help autistic people with many issues. Vitamin B and cod liver oil added to the child's diet can help improve behavior, attention span and make learning easier. Vitamin C may also reduce depression or sadness that is common in people with autism.

Clay baths is yet another treatment that some autistic children are experiencing improvements in their symptoms after several months of application. For additional details read this article: Clay Baths

I would advise that you try more than one treatment, each one for at least three months, one at a time for testing purposes, and see if your child feels any better. Then, only stick with the treatments that seem to help your child.








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2011年12月25日 星期日

Autism and Alternative Treatments - 6 Natural Approaches That Can Help


When treatments for Autism are being considered, medication is usually first attempted. For many reasons, including concerns about the side effects of medication, this is changing. More people are searching out natural solutions. Here are some alternative treatments used for Autism.



Nutritional
Autistic children are often sensitive to certain foods. Behavioral problems or meltdowns can occur when these foods are eaten. Sometimes just very small amounts trigger the symptoms. Some diets that have been used to help treat Autism include gluten-free and dairy-free. Rotation diets may also be used to identify the triggers.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Omega 3 has been found to be helpful in treating Autism, as well as many other disorders. Omega 3 supplements are claimed to aid in better quality sleep patterns, improved social interaction, and general health and well-being. The most potent forms are found in fish oil which is available in capsule or liquid form. There are many brands which have enhancements that reduce, conceal, or remove the fishy taste.





Music Therapy

Several studies have found music therapy to be very beneficial to the Autistic child. Sometimes an Autistic individual will sing along with music even though they will not speak. Music therapy can be used as a calming tool or a way to help the Autistic person work on skills such as speech, muscle development, or sensory issues. The music can also be beneficial in social interaction through group activities.





Sensory Integration

Autistic individuals can be very sensitive to sounds, tastes, textures, and smells. Sensory integration therapy helps the child to deal with these heightened and often overwhelming responses to their own senses.





Speech Therapy

Speech therapy is important for any child with Autism. Children with Autism usually misuse words, and they often have difficulty understanding the meanings of words. Speech therapists can help teach gestures and communication skills to nonverbal children and can recommend special equipment to help your child communicate.





Play Therapy

Play therapy can be a very useful treatment. Play therapy allows the child to relax and focus on things they enjoy. A therapist will play on the floor with the child and will give the child various toys to see if the child takes a liking to one of them. If the child begins to play the therapist will then try to interact with the child.

After the therapist has formed a relationship with the child they might include other children into play therapy. This can open doors for the child to interact and increase their ability to relate with others. Usually a therapist does the play therapy, however the parent can engage their child in the therapy after they have learned the techniques used.


These are just a few of the many alternative treatments available for Autism. They can also be combined with medication to build a better treatment plan.




There are so many unknowns when it comes to Autism. Gaining knowledge is so very important. You may find http://www.myautisminfo.com to be a helpful tool. http://www.myautisminfo.com has articles, videos and other resources to help you grow in knowledge and understanding of the different issues surrounding Autism.

by Deborah Lee





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2011年12月11日 星期日

Nature Helps in Autism Therapy Techniques and Treatments


Nature Therapy is a current therapy designed to complement other therapies for children with autism. In addition to speech therapies, as well as physical and occupational therapies, activities in nature promote healing properties. Natural environments are filled with resources for sensory exploration. Autism is a sensory processing disorder. New research shows the soothing effects nature can have on children with autism. Children of all abilities benefit emotionally, physically and psychologically from consistent time in natural surroundings. Many therapists are bringing children outside as part of their therapy programs and having successful outcomes. Children are able to listen, to feel, smell, and observe outdoors.

Autism is often described as a sensory processing disorder. Sensory integration therapy is a type of therapy readily used with autistic children. During sessions, therapists work one on one with the child to encourage movement. The goal of therapy is to improve the brain's ability to process sensory information. During therapy sessions, the child performs an activity that combines sensory input with motion. Presently,many therapists are working with autistic children in nature, as part of programs, with much success!

Natural environments stimulate all of the senses! It is well known that being in nature reduces stress and stimulates the senses through sounds, visual images and scents. Regular outdoor time benefits all children's emotional, physical, and mental health. Several promising studies have found that therapy programs involving natural surroundings helps children with behavioral issues, ADHD and a diagnosis of being At-Risk. Nature is a soothing resource that is being used more and more in therapy programs for autistic children with exceptional result!








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