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Complementary And Alternative Treatments
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My 19yrs daugther has austim, all the works, what medication DOES NOT put weight on. She has to take melotonin for sleep.

Complementary And Alternative Treatments
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My 19yrs daugther has austim, all the works, what medication DOES NOT put weight on. She has to take melotonin for sleep.

Complementary And Alternative Treatments
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My 19yrs daugther has austim, all the works, what medication DOES NOT put weight on. She has to take melotonin for sleep.

Complementary And Alternative Treatments
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My 19yrs daugther has austim, all the works, what medication DOES NOT put weight on. She has to take melotonin for sleep.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Many thanks for this . Yes we have our girl on multivitamins,but very interested to here about the epsom salts.Taking gluten out of the diet helps also especially the gut..

Alternative Treatments
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I was wondering if anyone has tried any natural supplements/ has anyone used hemp oil? If so how does it work and is it beneficial. Any other alternatives to sleep medication besides melatonin. Has anyone ever use agape

A MyAutismTeam Member

@A MyAutismTeam Member - where did you get the CBD oil? I have also been looking into that!

Complementary And Alternative Treatments
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Ok, 2 with Severe Autism, and 1 dangling close to the spectrum. ...we all have been doin ABA for at least 4 straight years. Of course there a zillions of positives, I'm wondering if it's possible to max out? Do bx Analysts SEE the kid imprisoned in the body? Or do they only see the behavior
If a kid does max out, THEN WHAT
my oldest 10 years old, youngest is 7. So far, The most common advice from APD, DCF, and a very respected group of BCBA'S .....the sooner I find group homes, the better. … read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

We're on a waiting list, 4 years in......so frustrating. I had a woman tell me yesterday that breast cancer was a walk in the park compared to #Autism

How Often Does Your ASD Kid/adult Attention Seek? What Unique Ways Do They Exhibit It?
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TBH— I want a comparison. I guess I want to stop ignoring attention seeking just because of my emotions.

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My (4) year old has limited verbal skills, but she knows "Mommy" and she will yell it at the top of her lungs if she loses sight of me. If I don't respond right away she escalates. Its incredibly… read more

Other Parent And School?
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My 12 yr old has been so bad at home and refusal school I had to make him go stay a few weeks at his dad's just a few miles down the road from me. He was making myself and his siblings late for school/work. My job already has me on a tight rope because of all of this so I'm trying to not loose my job at all. Well his dad came and picked him up and I judt had an iep meeting and found out his father has not taken him to school once since he's had him! Sadly for me. Years ago I fought my city hard… read more

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I like how the school doesn’t hold the dad accountable and won’t give you an exception given that you didn’t do it. I hope you can find compassion for him on the money piece. Maybe there’s a way he… read more

How Credible Are Homeopathic Treatment Of Autism? Has Anyone Used This Course Of Treatment. Any Information Would Be Greatly Appreciated.
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I read some article during a research for alternative treatment methods and became curious on the subject of Homeopathic treatment of autism. The subject was very interesting with a lot of case studies and feedback from parents who are using this alternative method. Does anyone have any input on this subject? Please kindly share you experiences on the Homeopathic and Biomedical Treatment for Autism.

A MyAutismTeam Member

I was just going to post the exact same article that crimsonwife did. I think that some biomed approaches may be safe and effective but please read that article before getting caught up in homeopathy… read more

Hey Everyone! Does Anybody Living In Miami Know About Any Schooling Alternatives For Kids With ASD I Have A 7 Year Old In 1st Grade Nonverba
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