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Book SynopsisEvery 20 minutes a child is diagnosed with a disease on the autism spectrum. While the medical establishment treats autism as a psychiatric condition and prescribes behaviorally based therapies, Dr. Julie A. Buckley argues that it is a physiological disease that must be medically treated.
Trade Review'When your child is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disease and you need to understand the science of what is hurting your child, Healing Our Autistic Children is the first book you should read.' - Jenny McCarthy, from the foreword 'An indispensible reading for all parents and clinicians seeking guidance for autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Buckley explains how biomedical intervention is not only helpful, but it's a treatment that works.' - Joey Travolta, film actor& director of Normal People Scare Me 'A tremendous resource for families facing the many challenges of autism and medical symptoms that comes with the diagnosis. In each chapter, the author takes incredibly complex issues, makes them easier to understand, and better yet - provides the tools to implement effective treatments. I strongly encourage families to acquire the knowledge to treat and help their children. This will be your guide.' - Lisa Ackerman, TACA Executive Director& mom 'A truly must read book for parents and families looking for knowledge on autism spectrum disorders without going through years of medical school and countless amounts of research. Dr. Buckley puts the complicated world of autism into accessible terms.' -Tony Pashos, Jacksonville Jaguar and active member of HEAL 'An excellent roadmap for planning a journey towards healing...Using easy to understand explanations of complex medical problems, this talented clinician outlines a strategic plan for biomedical treatments that address the medical problems of each child.' - Elizabeth Mumper, M.D., Medical Coordinator, Autism Research Institute
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Foreword by Jenny McCarthy Introduction: Gridiron Medicine What is Autism: The Search for Acceptable Solutions Where Recovery Lies Mommy, I Have Fleas: Yeast, Labs, and Supplements Jedi Knights, Yoda, and Glutathione The Air That We Breathe: Hyperbarics Mopping Up the Mess: Chelation Have We Done All That We Can For This Child? Epilogue: The Longest Marathon Resources Bibliography
