In addition to what ChristineL said I have also found the GFCF diet to be very beneficial to my son. I also found a group of doctors in all areas from MD's to neurologist,and psychologist, My husband and I have been attending a series of webinars called The Autism Intensive and it has been amazing. I have met a mom who wrote a book about the life of her autistic son. It's called "I know you're in there" by: Marcia HInds
We need to educate ourselves and the doctors and understand that AUTISM is a Medical problem in the Immune system and is TREATABLE. There is so much to learn and I'm just getting started. Methylation is a big thing, inadequate blood flow to the brain is also something to have checked out. I'm going to be working with Marcia on finding a doctor in our area and go from there. Every child is different but there is hope for a lot of children. I hope this helps and isn't too long. I will add more when I write and update on my story. thank you ChristineL for your input.