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Changing the Course of Autism: A Scientific Approach for Parents and Physicians
Contributor(s): Jepson, Bryan (Author), Johnson, Jane (Author)

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 ISBN: 1591810612     ISBN-13: 9781591810612
Publisher: Sentient Publications
OUR PRICE: $18.00  

Binding Type: Paperback
Published: May 2007
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Annotation: This 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.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Medical | Pediatrics
Dewey: 618.928
LCCN: 2006038795
Physical Information: 0.91" H x 6.03" W x 9.04" L (0.99 lbs) 358 pages
Features: Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Price on Product, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
Awards: IndieFab awards, Honorable Mention, Health, 2007
Review Citations: Library Journal 05/01/2007 pg. 95
 
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Publisher Description:
Changing the Course of Autism has the potential to revolutionise the way autism is perceived and managed. Most books on this subject describe educational and behavioural therapies, but autism is a medical disease, not a psychological disorder. This groundbreaking books shows that the disease 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 seen autistic behaviours 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. angry at the rise in this disease and the way it is treated. It is the only book on this subject written by an MD who is also the parent of an autistic child. In 2001, the second son of Jepson was diagnosed with autism. treatment options and found that the medical community knew very little about the cause, the treatment, or the prognosis of this disease. After a year of research, the couple established the non-profit Children's Biomedical Center of Utah. There autistic children could receive the most up-to-date care available. From 2002-2005, Dr Jepson treated hundreds of children on the autism spectrum and the clinic raised awareness throughout the intermountain West concerning issues related to autism and other childhood developmental disorders. join the team at Thoughtful House Center for Children, a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to caring for children with autism and related conditions. The Thoughtful House is designed to integrate biomedical, gastrointestinal, and educational intervention into a coordinated effort, and to use this model to perform clinical research. It officially opened January 1st, 2006, and Dr Jepson is now its Medical Director.
 
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