Topics we’ll cover: The new October 2023 study The latest autism research study found that 37% of children with autism lost their diagnosis! Wow! That’s profound, right? Let’s learn the science in this study. Losing the autism diagnosis is a controversial topic. Please note, that I am not expressing any opinions here. I’m guiding you […]
Topics we’ll cover: Spelling to Communicate – New Research What does this card in the video below symbolize? Freedom!! Looks like a simple piece of paper right? It is so much more. This is what is used by people who communicate through something called spelling to communicate but many times it’s abbreviated as S2C. A […]
Scientists don’t have all the answers all the time. Our bodies are so complex that it’s a fallacy to think that we know how our bodies fully operate. We don’t. And when we have wrong information, we can make really bad decisions because we didn’t understand the entire situation. This is happening in the scientific […]
Yes, even if speaking is an issue, your child can still learn to read! Let me go over the basic steps in learning to read. Pre-Reading Skills You have pre-reading skills and that’s awareness of print words. Most children with autism have this in great strength. This is when your child knows what brand of […]
Ever go to a party and see other children, then get mad that your child seems like they’re so behind? It doesn’t stop there, right? Then you start thinking about the next decade or two, projecting more difficulty into the future. And then depression sets in – anger, despair, exhaustion, frustration right? Let me share […]
Topics we’ll cover: What Does Stimming Mean? What does it mean when an autistic child is stimming? Stimming is a great way to connect with your child. Sometimes it can be frustrating or even embarrassing. Stimming is behavior. Think of it as communication. Stimming is a shortened way of saying Self-Stimulatory Behavior. Many times what […]
Facing regression in autism recovery can be heart-wrenching. Discover the two common types of regressions, their benefits, and effective strategies to turn setbacks into progress. Stay informed and empowered with expert insights and actionable steps from Dr. Theresa Lyons.
Today, we are diving into a fascinating topic that has sparked numerous debates and discussions. The question is, is autism hereditary? Meaning, did you get autism from your mom or dad? A few stats It is estimated that the prevalence of autism worldwide is 1% of the general population. Males are about three times more […]
Today, we have an important topic to discuss. Let’s talk about the surprising link between autism and asthma. Yes, that’s right. So stick around as we delve into this unexpected connection. The connection between autism and asthma Now, let’s kick things off by introducing you to the intricate relationship between autism and asthma. These two […]
Discover how leucovorin can aid speech development in children with autism. Learn about the FRAT test, FOLR1 mutations, and the significance of cerebral folate deficiency in this comprehensive guide.
Learn the essentials of the FOLR1 gene mutation: its role in folate transport, associated speech and developmental difficulties, and detection through genetic panels. Treatment with high folate levels offers hope.
Do you want your child with autism to speak? This is a key test that every doctor should do for autistic children who have trouble speaking. Everyone should know this. Don’t miss out on this critical information. Today, we’re embarking on a fascinating journey into the world of Cerebral Folate Deficiency Syndrome, CFDS for short. […]
Hi, Dr. Theresa Lyons here, creative navigating autism and eat to heal autism. And this week’s ask dr Lyon’s question pertains to co-morbidities, specifically metabolic disorders. And the one we’re going to look at today is Tetra hydro biopterin. Yes, we’re looking at BH for dysfunction in autism. So if your child has low neurotransmitter […]
In this post, I’m going to walk you through the thought process of fish oil dosing. There’s lots of thinking that goes into getting the right dosage, and dosages do change over time. So knowing the strategy is important. A parent commented on one of my fish oil product review videos, and this is what […]
Hi, Dr. Theresa Lyons here, creator of navigating autism and ETL, autism. And today’s ask doctor line’s question is about healing autism through healing co-morbidities. And today we’re looking specifically at metabolic disorders, and the one we’re looking at is carnitine deficiency. So if your child has low muscle tone, muscle weakness, fatigue. [00:00:26] If they’ve had any […]
Hi, Dr. Theresa Lyons here, creative navigating autism and eat to heal autism. And this week’s ask dr Lyon’s question is, does my child with autism also have an immune disorder? There are poor immune disorders that can commonly be comorbid with autism. So if you want to heal autism, really need to make sure you understand all of […]
