For decades, some parents have complained that Ritalin and other psychostimulants used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) triggered tics in their children. So, when non-stimulant medications were developed for ADHD, there was hope […]
If your child has a diagnosis that is on the autism spectrum disorder and exhibits gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, you should find this video of interest. Sponsored by the Autism Research Insitute (autism.org) Karen Gross Margolis, […]
When a child is suffering from daily epileptic spasms, despite conventional treatment, a significant change in diet is well worth exploring. New research published in April 2021 highlights the potential benefit of a modified Atkins […]
Published with attribute to the PandasNetwork.org for this summary. The Pandas Network has been instrumental in advocating for research in this field. New 2021 IVIG study shows efficacy in children Evaluation of Intravenous Immunoglobulin […]
If you’ve tried a restricted diet for your child, chances are you’ve run into roadblocks. Whether you’re attempting a gluten-free diet, cutting out additives, avoiding dairy, or eliminating other foods, it’s a given that challenges […]
Sometimes we don’t realize how the past year of Covid-19 has affected us. We forge ahead, try to find distractions, do our best to accept the lack of normal routines and social contact. Then, something brings […]
New research has found that delivering electrical pulses to the wrist can significantly reduce the amount and severity of tics experienced by individuals with Tourette Syndrome, giving new hope for an effective treatment. Scientists from […]
This article shared in Deceomber 2020 was organized by Karl Pfleger, PhD, of Stanford University. It was addressed to all governments, public health officials, doctors, and healthcare workers and signed by more than 150 doctors, […]