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Autism: Kids put at risk

Hey guys, I read this LA TIMES article this morning. Desperate parents try alternative therapies that aren't based in science and may hurt kids. http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-autism-main7-2009dec07,0,5807576.story

Chelation

Guys, Its me again. This was another article in the LA TIMES this morning. Chelation is the risky treatment for autism that removes metals from patients' bodies is often prompted by results from an uncertain test. Wanted to hear you opinion on Chelation. Not a huge supporter, can't believe some parents are. Wondering what you guys think. http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-autism-chelation7-2009dec07,0,3198790.story

The Different Autism Treatments

This is an interesting article as the different methods, treatments, as well as therapies are discussed in quick detail for those who have children with autism. I found some activities mentioned such as "horse back riding" very interesting and something I did not know of before. Take a look guys! http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/radical-behaviorist/201001/wading-through-the-minefield-autism-treatments

YOUR VOTE COUNTS! HELP US HELP PEOPLE WITH AUTISM!

We are wanting to provide therapeutic riding & aqua therapy to people with autism in an effort to assist them in unlocking their abilities!...and Pepsi has given us the chance. We are in the running for a $250,000 grant and it is votes that it takes to "get to the top." So PLEASE check out our idea at www.refresheverything.com/EssentialTransitions. It only takes a minute or two to register your email address then you sign in daily and quickly cast your vote. We moved from #263 ranking to #89 and if we finish the month in the top 100 we have another chance next month. However, only ranking #1 or 2 win the grant each month. So PLEASE HELP US BY VOTING DAILY!!!!!!! Thanks for Your Support!

Autism treatment

Science hijacked to support alternative therapies. Researchers' fears about misuse of their work come true Very interesting article http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/chi-autism-science-nov23,0,6519404,full.story

Byonetics Anyone?

I get online a lot and I try and find holistic or alternative type treatmens. During one of my searches, I came across a website for Byonetics by Jean Genet. Apparently he was diagnosed and overcame Autism. I checked the website out and it seemed pretty generic. It asks that if you are interested or want to know if your child qualifies, please email him. So I did, I emailed him the requested information and he responded by saying that he did indeed meet the criteria.

The costs is pricie as for any treatment I have found or researched. My understanding it is some set of CDs that you play for your child during the evening. (dolphin sound waves?)

Since then I continue to receive these emails that are forwarded to me, from byonetics of parents and their success stories. I emailed him once again, because of course everyone wants their child cured and to overcome Autism. I told him I felt it was hoax. He responded by saying that if and when I am ready to let them know.

I just feel if it were a success, you would hear more parents reccomending it. Like the GFCF Diet, etc.

Soooo... My point (lol) has anyone else heard of this? If so what is your take and would you reccomend it?