AUTISM AND HOMEOPATHY

“Your child has Autism”, parents get alarmed on hearing these words. Autism is a neurological disorder that causes developmental problems initiating during childhood and lasting all through life. Autism is not a mental illness and is not a consequence of inappropriate parenting or psychosocial problems at home, hence parents are not accountable for their child’s problem. Children with Autism develop differently from other children in different areas of growth. They might have delays in language, social, and cognitive skills, while their motor skills might be the same as other children their age. They might be very capable at putting puzzles together or solving computer problems, but not very proficient at easy things like talking or making friends. An Autistic child might also learn a skill and then not recall it. For example, a child may be able to say many words, but later stop talking altogether.

Causes of Autism:  Genetic predisposition.  Complications in pregnancy and child birth.  Viral infections like Rubella during the first trimester of pregnancy.  Maternal exposure to mercury (e.g., consumption of seafood high in mercury, mercury dental fillings, etc.).  Exposure to certain other environmental toxins.  Childhood vaccines.  Digestive abnormalities or allergies to certain foods like dairy products.  Lack of Glutathione (glutathione is an antioxidant and a detoxifying agent in your body).  Candida Overgrowth.  Foods containing Genetically Modified Organisms.  A Hiatus Hernia that disrupts protein digestion.  Excessive use of oral antibiotics.

Symptoms:  Onset before the age of three.  Lack of eye contact or facial expression.  Absence or delay of language.  Difficulty in expressing needs, uses gestures.  Inability to initiate and sustain conversation.  Repetition of acts, words or phrases.  Excessive possessiveness to objects like toys.  Intellectual impairment.  Laughing, crying without apparent cause and unnecessary tantrums.  No fear of dangers.  Physical hyper-activity or under-activity.  Underdeveloped fine motor skills.  Not responsive to verbal instructions or teaching methods with normal hearing.  Failure to develop peer relationships or social interaction.  Lack of emotional or social reciprocity.  Over-sensitivity or under-sensitivity to pain.  Lack of interest in the surrounding.  Resistant to any change.  Restlessness with constant fidgeting, spinning and swinging.  Prefers being alone.  Does not like to be cuddled.

Homeopathic approach to Autism: Homeopathy can be remarkably effective on the overwhelming condition of Autism. There are a number of features that make Homeopathy exclusive and desirable to parents of kids with Autism. Homeopathy offers a wider range of option than conventional medicine. Rather than prescribing strong and addictive drugs, Homeopathic treatment of Autism is constitutional having a holistic approach and believing in the concept of treating the whole person. Hence, Homeopathic remedies take into account the patient's mental, emotional and physical attributes. If Autism is inherited due to a vaccine reaction or a toxin then Homeopathic remedies will help with detoxification by promoting the immune system. Homeopathic medicines are safe and free of side effects as they are prepared from natural substances under strict guidelines established by the FDA. This is favorable to patients with autistic disorders as many of them are very sensitive overall and to medication. Generally, the changes from Homeopathic treatment are slow and progressive. Homeopathic treatment is not a quick fix but needs perseverance over a long period of time. Constitutional Homeopathic treatment with the management of an experienced and professional Homeopath is an excellent choice for the treatment of Autism.

For the parents of an Autistic child:  Don’t judge the misbehavior of your Autistic child.  Don’t compare the Autistic child to other siblings or other kids.  Teach your other children and friends to appreciate the diversity and specialness of your child.  Include the Autistic child in your life.  Don’t give up. Have patience to re-teach anything and every thing.  Always remember that reinforcement, stimulus and task variation will help motivate Autistic children.  To neutralize the effects of mercury from your child’s body and to strengthen your child’s immune system, feed them Vitamin E, Vitamin C & Selenium rich foods like broccoli, brown rice, garlic, green leafy vegetables, whole grain foods, berries, citrus fruits, soybeans, etc.

Hence, consider Homeopathy as an excellent choice for the treatment of Autism as it will enhance your child’s ability to conquer Autism and improve his/her quality of life.