Changing the Course of Autism: A Scientific Approach for Parents and PhysiciansThis book shows that autism can be treated by reducing the neurological inflammation that is part of the disease process, rather than simply masking the symptoms with drugs like Ritalin and Prozac. The authors have have seen autistic behaviors improve dramatically or disappear completely with appropriate medical treatment. The book reviews the medical literature regarding the biological nature of the disease, including the potential connection between vaccines and autism. The foreword is by Katie Wright, whose parents--Bob and Suzanne Wright--founded Autism Speaks. |
Contents
AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO Readers | 8 |
THE AUTISM EPIDEMIC | 24 |
Autism Is a Disease | 42 |
Th1 Vs Th2 Response | 53 |
Measles and the MMR Controversy | 65 |
Is Autism a Gut Disease? | 87 |
Why Cant They Detoxify? | 100 |
Does Mercury Cause Autism? | 112 |
Treating the Gut | 210 |
Detoxification | 220 |
Treating the Immune System | 234 |
Treating the Brain | 246 |
Lessons from Israel | 259 |
DSM IIIR | 265 |
Glossary | 323 |
Acknowledgments | 341 |
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