Autism One: A Conversation of Hope: Recent Episodes
Teri Arranga
Approximately 1 child in 50 is diagnosed with autism, which gives autism the undesired ranking as the most prevalent childhood developmental disorder in the United States. 67 children will be diagnosed today - that is nearly 1 child every 20 minutes. Autism is treatable and children are significantly improving or recovering following appropriate therapies. “Autism One: A Conversation of Hope” hosted by Teri Arranga, includes discussions with the most experienced doctors, researchers, and therapists in the field, parents of recovered children, and advocates for the children and families.
Susan Rex Ryan, MS, author of the award-winning book Defend Your Life -- Vitamin D3: A Safe, Easy, and Inexpensive Approach to Improving Quality of Life, will inform listeners about the connection between vitamin D3 and health benefits, including those addressing underlying physiological issues inherent in an “autism” diagnostic label. What is vitamin D3? What does it do? What does it help? Susan will also talk about the “coincidence” of the rise in autism and the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency. www.smilinsuepubs.com
Neurologist David Perlmutter, MD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar – Your Brain’s Silent Killers. Teri welcomes Dr. Perlmutter to talk about the role of diet, nutrients, the immune system, the gastrointestinal system, and the central nervous system as these relate to neurological conditions ranging from autism to Alzheimer’s. Please visit http://www.drperlmutter.com/
On the release date of PLAGUE: One Scientist’s Intrepid Search for the Truth about Human Retroviruses and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), Autism, and Other Diseases, Kent Heckenlively, JD, and Judy Mikovits, PhD, join Teri for a conversation about this revealing book.
Guest hosts Candyce Estave and Marcella Piper-Terry talk truth about issues related to vaccines, especially concerning the military, on this special Veteran's Day edition of AutismOne: A Conversation of Hope. How do we make a more hopeful, healthful future for our children and soldiers? On 11/11, our wish is for no more vaccine injuries for children and soldiers. Visit www.VaxTruth.org.
Many states are considering legislation concerning the use of medical cannabis for medically indicated conditions. What is the background of medical cannabis that makes it an appropriate consideration for conditions comorbid to autism? Nathan Coombs and Rhonda Morris of the nonprofit organization Autism and Compassionate Care Connection join Teri to talk about this and other related topics. Please visit www.asdconnection.com
Teri is joined by guests Heidi Parikh, president and founder of My Compassion, and Thalia Michelle, cofounder and codirector of MAMMA, Mothers Advocating Medical Marijuana for Autism. Autism One: A Conversation of Hope | VoiceAmerica™ - Sponsored by HempMeds.
Gunner Wayne was a healthy baby who was almost two-months old; he got his two-month vaccine shots – and was dead by the next morning. Join Teri as she interviews grieving mother Alicia LeAnn Bohn, and Joan Mootry, a journalist and retired artist who has lived many decades and lived through having diseases -- and who knows the historical truth about vaccine risks. Alicia and Joan will ask you: do you choose death by injection – or life by rejection?
Did you know that in addition to teleconferences, videos, and books from the Thinking Moms' Revolution, there is also a Team TMR and a grant program that helps families? Tune in as Helen Conroy, executive director, shares about how you can be helped or be involved. Tami Duncan, Reiki master at Epiphany Healing Arts, joins the conversation about the TMR teleconferences and how she participated in sharing valuable information. Helen and Tami will leave your with a positive message to encourage your day! Visit www.thinkingmomsrevolution.com -- and -- www.epiphanyhealingarts.com
Join Thalia Michelle of the Thinking Moms' Revolution (TMR) and Mothers Advocating Medical Marijuana for Autism (MAMMA) and Robert Scott Bell of the Robert Scott Bell Show. Thalia will discuss the positive effects of the Thinking Moms' Revolution book. Robert and Thalia will discuss benefits and advocacy for medical cannabis and CBD, especially as this relates to helping you Unlock the Power to Heal! Please visit www.thinkingmomsrevolution.com -- www.texasmamma.org -- ow.ly/BFBvD -- www.robertscottbell.com -- and -- www.unlockthepowertoheal.com
The film “Big Daddy Autism” examines the beautiful relationship between a single, sole-custody father and his son, who is nonverbal and who has a diagnosis of autism. Teri talks with dad Ken Siri, co-coordinator of the Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism book series (Skyhorse Publishing) and film director Aaron Feinstein. Visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/big-daddy-autism
Are you an MD (Mother Determined) who helps everyone else but herself? Do you feel adrenally depleted and mito-challenged? Cicely Everson of Tao Holistics talks to moms today about how to put on their oxygen mask first! Please visit www.TaoHolistics.com.
Teri’s guest Marcella Piper-Terry shares how VaxTruth started, explains the current grassroots program and how you can get involved, comments on the current disclosure of CDC malfeasance, and dispels many vaccine safety myths. Visit www.VaxTruth.org.
Each November, a relaxing and important educational event takes place on the beachfront Tradewinds Grand Island Resort in Tampa/St. Pete. The National Autism Association (NAA) brings together speakers from biomedical, educational, and adjunct therapies and more to give parents and others tools to help children with autism. Importantly, NAA serves as the leader in autism safety education. Information is presented in a beautiful setting with a beach that goes on into a distant horizon. Enjoy dinner with your friends on Saturday evening on the beach as the gentle breeze touches your hair while you savor the truly delicious food. Visit www.nationalautismconference.org
Children around the country and around the world are being protected by courageous, educated parents taking to the streets to share the VaxTruth. What are vaccination myths that put babies and children at risk for death and debilitation? What can you say when faced with these myths? Join Teri’s guests Marcella Piper-Terry, founder of VaxTruth, and Candyce Estave, health advocate, as they speak to the issues. Visit www.vaxtruth.org
Children around the country and around the world are being protected by courageous, educated parents taking to the streets to share the VaxTruth. What are vaccination myths that put babies and children at risk for death and debilitation? What can you say when faced with these myths? Join Teri’s guests Marcella Piper-Terry, founder of VaxTruth, and Candyce Estave, health advocate, as they speak to the issues. Visit www.vaxtruth.org
Andrew Hard, Director of Public Relations for HempMeds, plus KannaLife Sciences’ CEO Dean Petkanas will be joining Teri to talk about issues related to industrial-grade, cannabidiol-rich hemp oil and more. What do cannabinoid- and cannabidiol-based therapeutics have to do with antioxidants and neuroprotectants? Tune in and find out! Please visit www.hempmeds.com
In the first show of the new season Teri and guests Dr. John Hicks and Robert Scott Bell recap highlights from the Chicago Cannabis Conference 2014, held June 7-8, and talk all things cannabidiol (CBD). Hear about renowned radio host Robert Scott Bell's keynote Natural healing with hemp,Dr. John Hicks' information about CBD and children, and more! www.chicagocannabisconference.com Autism One:A Conversation of Hope VoiceAmerica™ - Sponsored by HempMeds
Teri is joined by nationally known health and beauty expert Cicely Everson. Having once suffered from a long-term gluten intolerance, Cicely is committed to helping others reverse chronic conditions through detoxification, herbal medicine, and more. She is the founder of Tao Holistics and sits on the board of the Tao Holistics Wellness Foundation, a not-for-profit organization aimed at reducing conditions like ADHD and autism in youths and adults of underserved areas. Visit www.taoholistics.com
Teri is joined by Patricia Finn, Esq., who represents thousands of parents and children throughout the US in obtaining vaccination exemptions. The firm litigates vaccine civil rights cases in state and federal courts. Please visit www.vaccineexemption.org
Teri is joined by nationally known health and beauty expert Cicely Everson. Having once suffered from a long-term gluten intolerance, Cicely is committed to helping others reverse chronic conditions through detoxification, herbal medicine, and more. She is the founder of Tao Holistics and sits on the board of the Tao Holistics Wellness Foundation, a not-for-profit organization aimed at reducing conditions like ADHD and autism in youths and adults of underserved areas. Visit www.taoholistics.com
Teri’s is joined by guests Patricia Finn, Esq., and Michelle Rider. Patricia Finn, Esq., represents thousands of parents and children throughout the US in obtaining vaccination exemptions. The firm litigates vaccine civil rights cases in state and federal courts. Please visit www.vaccineexemption.org. Michelle Rider is a Kansas hospice nurse who sought medical care for her teenage son, Isaiah, in Illinois, where he was inappropriately taken away from her. She and others are now fighting for Michelle to regain custody and Isaiah to be returned via Team Isaiah. Please visit the Team Isaiah Facebook page.
Teri’s guest is Dr. Andy – Andrew McCabe – host of the radio program Autism with Dr. Andy. Dr. McCabe and Teri will talk about his perspectives on the roots of “autism,” healing modalities, notable points from his radio shows, and sociopolitical topics. Dr. McCabe earned his degree in applied psychology from Rutgers University and is a full-time professor. He has presented stress management and self-improvement programs for the United States Navy, hospitals, police organizations, educational institutions, and major corporations. Dr. McCabe and Teri have an announcement to share on this program, so tune in and find out!
Leslie Carol Botha, author of Understanding Your Mind, Mood, and Hormone Cycle and VoiceAmerica radio show host of Holy Hormones Honey! The Greatest Story Never Told, joins Teri to transport messages about hormones to your radio! What is the endocrine system? What is a hormone? And how does this relate to an individual with autism or to their mom? What are endocrine-disrupting chemicals? Are there substances your family should avoid in order to maintain a healthy hormonal balance, behavior, mood, and development? Are there potential dangers of the HPV cervical cancer vaccines? Tune in and find out! Please also visit www.HolyHormones.com.
Teri is joined by guests Heidi Parikh, president and founder of My Compassion, and Thalia Michelle, cofounder and codirector of MAMMA, Mothers Advocating Medical Marijuana for Autism. Autism One: A Conversation of Hope | VoiceAmerica™ - Sponsored by HempMeds.
In the first show of the new season Teri and guests Dr. John Hicks and Robert Scott Bell recap highlights from the Chicago Cannabis Conference 2014, held June 7-8, and talk all things cannabidiol (CBD). Hear about renowned radio host Robert Scott Bell’s keynote “Natural healing with hemp,” Dr. John Hicks’ information about “CBD and children,” and more! www.chicagocannabisconference.com Autism One: A Conversation of Hope | VoiceAmerica™ - Sponsored by HempMeds
Join us for the story behind the story of Invisible Threat, the film currently promoted by Every Child By Two (ECBT). The “student film” was directed and produced by adults -- not students. ECBT has received millions in funding from pharmaceutical companies. CBS reported on ECBT's ties to the vaccine industry in How Independent Are Vaccine Defenders? Teri’s guests, autism expert and pediatrician Dr. Shawn K. Centers and autism parent Lisa Megyesi, describe the trickery used related to their participation in the film. Mayer Eisenstein, MD, JD, joins the conversation, as well as Robert Krakow, JD, an attorney who represents people with vaccine injury. David Christopher, MH, an internationally known herbalist and natural healing expert, who is the son of Dr. John R. Christopher (America’s most famous herbalist), is an expert in the need for immunization vs. vaccination also participating in this program. Tune in and learn more!
Teri interviews three book authors who illuminate the dark underbelly of science and medicine. Dr. David Lewis is the author of the upcoming Science for Sale: How the US Government Uses Powerful Corporations and Leading Universities to Support Government Policies, Silence Top Scientists, Jeopardize Our Health, and Protect Corporate Profits. Louis Conte recently published The Autism War, a gripping suspense novel that mirrors the reality of the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP) and the autism epidemic while shedding light on the struggles of regular Americans struggling to raise their children with autism. Wayne Rohde’s book titled The Vaccine Court: The Dark Truth of America's Vaccine Injury Compensation Program is a hard look at the NVICP and the families desperately trying to navigate their way through it. All books are brought to us by Skyhorse Publishing. Please visit www.skyhorsepublishing.com.
Today, more than ONE IN TWO children suffers from chronic illness. Experts know what the primary triggers are for autism, birth defects, infertility, gut disorders, cancer, and other chronic illnesses, and yet triggers continue. The ONE IN TWO movement is committed to educating millions of parents and future parents to transform their health and to protect and restore the health of their children. Dr. Roy Dittman and Alyson Witherspoon of the Brighton Institute join Teri for this discussion, also bringing in guest Dr. Judy Mikovits, who is primarily responsible for demonstrating the relationship between immune-based inflammation with chronic fatigue syndrome and with autism.
Guest host and biochemist Dr. Brian Hooker interviews Congressman Bill Posey on the need for openness and transparency within the CDC on issues of vaccine safety. Rep. Bill Posey will discuss the current autism epidemic and issues that families with autistic children face. Also to be discussed, the congressional hearing held in November 2012 regarding the autism epidemic and the CDC’s role in vaccines safety, how he became involved in the autism community, why this is such an important issue, and what he feels are steps that need to be taken to begin to recognize these issues.
The concept of the inherent motion of the brain, cerebrospinal fluid, and sacrum was originated nearly 80 years ago by Dr. William Sutherland. Learn about osteopathic techniques found to be extremely powerful in treating autism. Dr. Centers and Teri will also discuss essential oils. This is Part II of the discussion that began on the March 25 program. Shawn K. Centers, DO, FACOP, is the medical director of the Osteopathic Center for Children in San Diego, California. He is a pediatrician and internationally known expert on osteopathic pediatrics, nutrition, and natural medicines as they apply to children. Please visit www.osteopathiccenter.org
The concept of the inherent motion of the brain, cerebrospinal fluid, and sacrum was originated nearly 80 years ago by Dr. William Sutherland. Learn about osteopathic techniques found to be extremely powerful in treating autism. Dr. Centers and Teri will also discuss essential oils. Shawn K. Centers, DO, FACOP, is the medical director of the Osteopathic Center for Children in San Diego, California. He is a pediatrician and internationally known expert on osteopathic pediatrics, nutrition, and natural medicines as they apply to children. Please visit www.osteopathiccenter.org.
Dr. James Jeffrey Bradstreet, who has a wide range of clinical and research experience, talks with Teri about a variety of autism research, diagnostic tools, and therapies, including transcranial ultrasound, GcMAF, the endocannabinoid system, magnetic resonant therapy, and more! Please visit www.drbradstreet.org
Matt Robinson is the author of The FMT Coach: A Guide to Fecal Microbiota Transplantation as well as a health and wellness coach, helping those with chronic gut-related health conditions. Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2002, Matt has been living medication-free since 2009 via using natural treatments. What is the relationship between intestinal microbiota and the central nervous system? What is the microbial association with autism? What are the emerging applications of FMT? Tune in! And visit www.naturaldigestivehealing.com
Teri talks with guest Peter Greenlaw, who is the author of Why Diets are Failing Us! and the upcoming TDOS Syndrome. Peter has devoted 10 years to studying environmental toxins and their effects on disease, obesity, and health and has given over a thousand lectures worldwide. Peter discusses TDOS Syndrome - Toxicity, Deficiency, Overweight and Stress. Please visit www.petergreenlaw.com.
International lecturer, author, and pediatrician, Dr. John Hicks has practiced integrated holistic medicine for over 35 years. With an innovative approach to chronic disease, Dr. Hicks uses objective laboratory analysis to individualize medical and nutritional support, applying progressive and proven treatments to the wellbeing of each patient. A researcher and clinician, Dr. Hicks’s recent focus has centered on the human endocannabinoid system and how cannabidiol – better known as CBD – is related. Dr. Hicks talks with Teri about what CBD is; what the endocannabinoid system is; how CBD relates to the endocannabinoid system; how CBD is different from THC; hemp and CBD; and how CBD is non-psychoactive. Please visit www.johnhicksmd.com.
Dr. Tennant did the majority of the research for the excimer laser for VISX that is used for LASIK surgery. The laser would strike the eye, releasing viruses. They came through Dr. Tennant's mask, nose, and into his brain. He developed encephalitis and a bleeding disorder. Dr. Tennant began to understand that cells must have enough voltage to work and that chronic disease was associated with loss of voltage. Next he had to find out how to measure the voltage and then how to correct it. This is how he was able to heal himself. The Tennant Institute has been successful in restoring kids from autism with the use microcurrent and frequencies, dietary changes and supplements. Most kids make significant changes in less than six months. Visit www.tennantinstitute.us.
Neurologist David Perlmutter, MD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar – Your Brain’s Silent Killers. Teri welcomes Dr. Perlmutter to talk about the role of diet, nutrients, the immune system, the gastrointestinal system, and the central nervous system as these relate to neurological conditions ranging from autism to Alzheimer’s. Please visit http://www.drperlmutter.com/
Acid reflux, anemia, hypoglycemia, nutrient deficiencies, gum disorders, gut dysfunction and more . . . the body becoming stuck in a vicious cycle of immune system overload, adrenal insufficiency, inflammation . . . . Pharmacist Izabella Wentz is a Hashimoto’s patient and pioneer in lifestyle intervention for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, summarizing years of research in Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause. Moms, tune in for this program, and start implementing simple steps toward regaining health! Please visit www.thyroidrootcause.org.
Teri is joined by Wendy Fournier and Lori McIlwain of the National Autism Association on the topic of keeping children with autism safe. Wendy and Lori will provide information and resources that can be used by parents, caretakers, school administrators, first responders, and others, including how parents can address their child’s wandering/elopement behaviors with school staff. Please visit www.nationalautismassociation.org and www.awaare.org
Dr. Martha S. Burns has been a speech language pathologist in the Chicago area for 35 years. She serves on the faculty of Northwestern University, department of communication sciences and disorders, and on the medical staff of Evanston-Northwestern Hospital. Dr. Burns also serves as senior clinical specialist and director of professional relations at Scientific Learning Corporation. Teri and Dr. Burns will discuss how to open up the world of communication to ASD children, discussing Scientific Learning’s BrainPro® Autism, which combines Fast ForWord® software with individualized consultant services. Please visit www.brainprolearning.com
Prof. Brian Hooker, PhD, joins Teri in the debut of this new season of AutismOne: A Conversation of Hope. Dr. Hooker will be talking about documents that have been recently obtained via the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regarding the CDC cover-up of the relationship between autism and vaccines. In addition, he will discuss his research in the CDC's Vaccine Safety Datalink (VSD) database, where strong, statistically significant relationships have been found between vaccines and autism. Tune in for this vital information.
Dr. Mary Joann Lang talks with Steve Kossor, who has been providing services for the past 20 years in Pennsylvania that can be delivered in all 50 states and for which, in 36 of those states, the income of the parents has absolutely nothing to do with Medicaid funding — disabled children can be enrolled in Medicaid regardless of the amount of money their parents make! Hear this valuable information! Please visit www.ibc-pa.org and www.beacondayschool.com.
Teri welcomes guest Geri Brewster, RD, MPH, CDN, a certified dietitian-nutritionist with a Master of Public Health, and guest co-host Rhonda Mulford, director of services for the Kirkman Group. Geri will talk with Teri and Rhonda about how the condition of the gut affects cognition, behavior, and neurological status; how special diet can help on the road to recovery; and other nutritional methods helpful in remediating symptoms. The discussion will also include the Modified Atkins Diet for seizures, in which Geri has a particular interest and expertise. Please visit www.geribrewster.com.
Teri is joined by Marvin D. Anderson, MD, a physician who has ben treating children with autism for over 10 years in his clinic (www.autismatabbasplace.com). Dr. Anderson is the author of Autism, Prevention, Care, and Management, a concise, easy-to-read, hard-hitting book that addresses the complex issues in autism and proposes reasonable, workable solutions. This book has received 5-star reviews.
The L’Arche USA website says: “Founded by Jean Vanier in France in 1964, L’Arche communities bear witness to the reality that persons with intellectual disabilities possess inherent qualities of welcome, wonderment, spirituality, and friendship. We make explicit the dignity of every human being by building inclusive communities of faith and friendship where people with and without intellectual disabilities share life together. L’Arche USA exists to strengthen our local communities, welcome more people into our life and work, engage in advocacy on behalf of those often on the margins of society, and to raise awareness of the gifts of persons with intellectual disabilities.” Karen Carr was the founding executive director of L’Arche Wavecrest in Orange County, California. She had lived for five years in a L’Arche community in France prior to that. Tune in to hear about the beautiful foundation of L’Arche. Please visit L’Arche USA and L’Arche Wavecrest
Dr. Mary Joann Lang is joined by Dr. Dan E. Burns, father of a 25-year-old son on the autism spectrum, author of Saving Ben: A Father’s Story of Autism, contributing editor to Age of Autism, and adult issues liaison for AutismOne. Dr. Burns facilitates planning, vocational programming, and funding for An Independent Me (AIM Ranch), a charity in the Austin, Texas, area for teens and young adults on the autism spectrum. He is focused on empowering parents to organize communities where their adult ASD children and friends can live, work, play, and evolve. His goal is to create a model community that is self-originating, self-sustaining, and self-discovering. Dr. Lang and Dr. Burns will look at adult community models in this interesting discussion. Visit www.SavingBenBook.com.
Teri is joined by Marvin D. Anderson, MD, a physician who has ben treating children with autism for over 10 years in his clinic (www.autismatabbasplace.com). Dr. Anderson is the author of Autism, Prevention, Care, and Management, a concise, easy-to-read, hard-hitting book that addresses the complex issues in autism and proposes reasonable, workable solutions. This book has received 5-star reviews.
David S. Geslak, BS, CSCS, ACSM-HFS, autism fitness specialist is Betsy Hicks’ guest on this fun edition that discusses the Exercise Connection Champions Job Program and how exercise helped David’s clients transition to a work environment.
Please visit www.ecautism.com
Teri interviews Dr. John Robb about the rationale for the March 13 rally. What are the scientific and health problems with indiscriminate vaccination of children and pets? What are the power structures behind Dr. Robb being vilified and sacked due to his stance on not over-vaccinating pets? Tune in and find out.
Dr. Mary Joann Lang talks with Steve Kossor, who has been providing services for the past 20 years in Pennsylvania that can be delivered in all 50 states and for which, in 36 of those states, the income of the parents has absolutely nothing to do with Medicaid funding — disabled children can be enrolled in Medicaid regardless of the amount of money their parents make! Hear this valuable information! Please visit www.ibc-pa.org and www.beacondayschool.com.
Teri welcomes guest Geri Brewster, RD, MPH, CDN, a certified dietitian-nutritionist with a Master of Public Health, and guest co-host Rhonda Mulford, director of services for the Kirkman Group. Geri will talk with Teri and Rhonda about how the condition of the gut affects cognition, behavior, and neurological status; how special diet can help on the road to recovery; and other nutritional methods helpful in remediating symptoms. The discussion will also include the Modified Atkins Diet for seizures, in which Geri has a particular interest and expertise. Please visit www.geribrewster.com.
Teri is joined by Jeffry John Aufderheide, founder of VacTruth.com, and Wendy Lydall, author of Raising a Vaccine Free Child. Did you know about all of the children sickened, paralyzed, and rendered unconscious in Chad, Africa, in December 2012 after a meningitis vaccine, locked in their tragedy, only to have it finally said by the government a month later that they had a psychological disorder? And did you know that in 1987, hundreds of children in New Zealand collapsed at school after they were injected with an experimental meningitis vaccine, and the government said that their collapsing was psychological? Too many of these children from Africa and New Zealand are still suffering with disabilities. Tune in for this serious discussion. Please visit www.VacTruth.com and www.vaccinefreechild.com.
Join Teri as she interviews medical pioneer Dr. Andrew Wakefield and award-winning author David Kirby on the recent vaccine court decision concerning an autistic boy’s condition being caused by the MMR vaccine.
A study titled Unanswered Questions from the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program: A Review of Compensated Cases of Vaccine-Induced Brain Injury, which was published in the peer-reviewed Pace Environmental Law Review, also found the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP) acknowledged 83 cases of vaccine-induced brain damage that include autism. After years of the public being told by media and governmental personnel that there was no link between vaccines and autism, is that just the tip of the iceberg?!
Tune in and find out!
Daniel Durany is a speaker, author, editor, and advocate for persons with Asperger’s syndrome (AS) and people who deal with it in others. His knowledge and passion are derived from the fact that he, too, has AS. Daniel volunteers with FEAT (Families for Effective Autism Treatment) and implemented an adult Asperger’s support group. Daniel will share information about struggles as a child and teenager, relationships, transitioning smoothly from high school to college, job accommodations, reasons to hire people with AS, job tips for those with AS, and advice for employers. Visit http://site.dsdautism.com.
Dr. Mary Joann Lang talks with Tammy Pedersen, director of insurance services for Trumpet Behavioral Health, about the autism insurance mandate. What services, payments, or reimbursements are you entitled to? Please visit www.tbh.com and www.beacondayschool.com.
Betsy Hicks, author of Picky Eating Solutions, celebrates all of the wonderful things about her children, especially focusing on all of the things that have helped her older teenaged son with ASD over the years, like fermented foods, technology, probiotics, supplements, a good home, loving sisters, and more!
Teri is joined by Michael Schachter, MD, director of the Schachter Center for Complementary Medicine, and Deborah Merlin, author of Victory Over ADHD, in this enlightening interview that will look at the effects of psychotropic drugs, the possible effects of these drugs in relation to recent tragedies, and how parents of children with autism spectrum disorders can employ more healthful methods to address behavior.
Camel’s milk is a delicious and nutritious whole food that is supportive of good health for children with an autism diagnosis. What does science say about this healthful dietary modality? Join Teri as she interviews guest Christina Adams, MFA, and find out.
Dr. Mary Joann Lang, founder of Beacon Day School, interviews transitions expert Dr. Jackie Marquette, creator of the Capability Approach, and education specialist Kristen Franchak Jones. What are the best strategies that can be used to transition from school to workplace to maximize independence and success for individuals with autism? Please visit www.independencebound.com/wordpress and www.beacondayschool.com.
Join popular guest host Betsy Hicks as she interviews her husband, John Hicks, MD, about the latest treatments in cold and flu protection. Learn the route a virus takes and how to stop it in its tracks. Pediatrician Dr. Hicks will answer the conundrum of whether ear infections are truly helped by antibiotics. Dr. Hicks and Betsy will also talk about immunity and why some people get sicker than others. Always engaging and informative, they will help you understand how to bolster the immune system for your child and the whole family.
It is well known that probiotics are beneficial to the human gastrointestinal tract and overall health. But what factors of imbalance and pathogenic influences are at work in many conditions involving the gut and, consequently, other bodily systems? How do probiotics help these, and why are human probiotic infusions -- or fecal bacteriotherapy -- a very logical and effective intervention? Join Teri for this fascinating program as she interviews world expert Dr. Thomas Borody of the Centre for Digestive Diseases of Sydney, Australia.
The Stop Calling It Autism! Website home page says, “Evidence indicates that children with autism suffer from an ongoing neuroinflammatory process in different regions of the brain involving microglial activation. Microglial activation results in a loss of connections between the neurons, reducing their function and leading to what is known as autism.” For everyone who thought that “autism” wasn’t a useful diagnostic label to begin with AND for those who need to hear this information, this will be a very important program. Guest Juan Rodriguez, founder and director of Stop Calling It Autism!, will talk about what autism REALLY is, including the recent study he coauthored with Dr. Janet Kern, “Evidence of microglial activation in autism and its possible role in brain underconnectivity.” Knowing the REAL cause leads to REAL treatment.
Dr. Mary Joann Lang, founder of Beacon Day School, interviews special needs architect Cathy Purple Cherry of Purposeful ArchitectureTM and Purple Cherry Architects. What are the best designs and strategies that can be used in the residence, school, and workplace to maximize independence and success for individuals with autism? Please visit www.purplecherry.com and www.beacondayschool.com.
The National Autism Association is the leading autism advocacy organization addressing safety issues. NAA President Wendy Fournier joins Teri to talk about the safety issues of wandering, drowning, restraint, seclusion, bullying, and more, and explains the new study in Pediatrics titled “Occurrence and Family Impact of Elopement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders” by Anderson et al. Wendy will also share details of the upcoming National Autism Conference in beautiful, sunny Tampa/St. Pete, Florida, November 8-11, 2012, at the gorgeous Tradewinds Grand Island Resort. Please visit www.NationalAutismAssociation.org.
Christie Dames is a cofounder and partner at TechTalk/Studio. She has been on a personal journey of health discovery that has intersected with the autism arena. Tune in to this unique interview about Christie’s journey, and hear her observations about autism families and what children with autism can tell us as well as insights into public health.
With Einstein’s equation of E=mc2 as a platform, research into “energy” has grown rapidly. Quantum physics is the study of subatomic particles and submits that every person, place, thing and non-thing, seen and unseen is made up of such particles. Even what we consider empty space is filled with quantum particles or energy. We all have an energetic field that extends our physical form and is commonly referred to as the human energy field. This field influences and is influenced by the universal energy field which surrounds our environment. A component of our energy field is the chakra system. This system energetically interacts with all the external fields, feeding and influencing our state of being. To achieve optimal health we should seek to understand the relevance energy has on our lives and how it applies to living in abundance on all levels. Join John Hicks, MD, interviewed by his wife, Betsy Hicks, on this fascinating topic and learn how this will change medicine.
What do you need to do to ensure sufficient resources for your child’s future during adulthood? Dr. Mary Joann Lang, founder, and Edward Miguel, chief operating officer, of Beacon Day School interview Michael Sanders, MBA, and Lisa Rudley, MBA, about the vital topic of life care planning. Please visit www.beacondayschool.com.
Beth Clay, senior vice president of Capitol Strategy Consultants, was the former senior professional staff member on the House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Government Reform with Chairman Dan Burton. Ms. Clay oversaw all healthcare oversight hearings of the Committee, including looking at the role of complementary and alternative medicine in our health system; the FDA's enforcement of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act; and vaccine injury issues including anthrax vaccine injury in the military and the epidemic rise in rates of autism and its relation to vaccine injury and ingredients such as thimerosal. Ms. Clay served as a member of the US Delegation of the Codex Alimentarius Commission Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses. Interview topics include dietary supplements, free speech, why labeling matters concerning GMO or bioengineered food, autism, whole foods, and healthcare.
Now 54 years old, Marc Pulver suffered oxygen deprivation and brain damage at birth – a “blue baby” -- resulting in developmental problems. When doctors suggested that he be institutionalized, his courageous and amazing parents looked elsewhere. His mother, Sybil Pulver, began with countless hours of therapy, using every single moment as a teachable one, while his dad was his best friend and put him to work. In Marc’s book, Living Life with Autism: The World through My Eyes, Marc shares his experiences — good and bad — with amazing recall. The reader learns how the positive influence and incredible efforts of his loving parents and siblings impacted his life. Join Teri as Marc and Sybil share the experiences the family faced and the therapies that helped Marc thrive as the amazing individual he is. Please visit www.marcpulver.com.
We hear so many stories from around the country of special ed programs not serving children well or – worse – putting children in danger. Few things give parents as much hope as a good school program with caring staff members who treat students with kindness and respect. Dr. Mary Joann Lang, founder, and Edward Miguel, chief operating officer, of Beacon Day School talk about the current model and future hopes for Beacon programs, including new technology, integrative education, support staff for children with medical issues, transitional needs, and the looming national crisis in adult care for individuals with autism. Dr. Lang will particularly address adult issues and explore thoughts for moving forward into a future with hope. Please visit www.beacondayschool.com.
Teri welcomes attorney Michelle Ortega and legal advocate Heyman Hakimi, talking about Independent Educational Evaluations, rights and services under IDEA, a successful IEP meeting, and what your child with medical needs may be entitled to. Please visit www.thelegalduo.com.
Teri welcomes guest and legal advocate Heyman Hakimi, talking about Independent Educational Evaluations, rights and services under IDEA, and what your child with medical needs may be entitled to.
Kristi Hogg, mom to Mayci, joins Teri to talk about her daughter's miraculous improvement from manifestations of mitochondrial disease, including cortical blindness and failure to thrive, using hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Also helpful have been intravenous nutrition and the gluten-free/casein-free diet. Kristi was awarded the Most Inspirational Parent Award at the 2011 AutismOne Dinner Gala and Awards Ceremony in May. Tune in for this heartwarming interview.
Kerri Rivera, the director and founder of Autismo2 – Hyperbaric Clinic, the first and only biomed-based autism clinic in Latin America, will talk in general terms about 45 children who recovered from a diagnosis of autism. They just so happened to be using MMS at the time. What is MMS really? Can you believe all the bad press about it? How inexpensive is it compared to other things? Tune in and find out!
Autism enrichment pioneer, Sally Bernard, is joined by her staff at Extreme Sports Camp for this on location interview by Betsy Hicks, whose son is attending the camp in Aspen, Colorado. The camp focuses on teaching both children and adults with autism, outdoor sports where they are actively engaged so that the attendees learn skills rather then passively participating. This year kicks off their new adult program which additionally teaches employment skills, making sure to challenge participants appropriately.
Live fermented vegetables are rich in friendly bacteria (probiotics) and active enzymes, which can help to improve the digestion process and to stimulate the production of beneficial intestinal flora. Guest host, Betsy Hicks, author of Picky Eating Solutions, interviews Simon Gorman of (www.wisechoicemarket.com) to discuss the history of fermented vegetables, techniques for making them family friendly, and the increased availability of fermented products nation-wide.
On May 8, Teri interviewed Anat Baniel about the Anat Baniel Method, which can help so many different conditions, including autism, ADD, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, brachial plexus injury, and more. Today Teri and Anat more fully discuss The Nine Essentials that make this method unique and helpful to children's brains, function, and happiness. Be prepared to hear practical tips! Please visit www.anatbanielmethod.com.
Teri interviews Dr. Roy Dittman, author of the upcoming book titled The Brighton Baby: A Revolutionary Organic Approach to Having an Extraordinary Child -- The Complete Guide to Preconception & Conception. How does preconception health influence subsequent onset of autism and other conditions? Part 1 of this interview aired on April 17, 2012.
Have you despaired of getting Junior to eat those vegetables? Does the thought of getting fermented appeal to you? Join this fun discussion with guest host Chantal Sicile-Kira as she talks to Betsy Hicks, cofounder and diet counselor at Elementals Living, about Betsy's book titled Picky Eating Solutions: Bringing the Joy of Real Food Back to the Table. Betsy also gets bubbly about the health benefits of fermented foods for your child. Please visit www.elementalsliving.com.
Guest host Betsy Hicks interviews Chantal Sicile-Kira, author of the new book titled A Full Life with Autism: From Learning to Forming Relationships to Achieving Independence. Chantal and Betsy will talk about issues related to individuals with autism transitioning to adult life. Please visit www.chantalsicile-kira.com.
Unlocking Jake: The Story of a Rabies Vaccine, Autism & Recovery is about a little boy who regressed into autism following a series of rabies vaccines when he was three and a half. Over a period of several weeks, he stopped speaking, feeding himself, and pottying. He stared, played with the same toys for hours, and had meltdowns. He flapped his hands, walked on his toes, and was terrified of thunderstorms and train whistles. The book spans five years in the lives of Jake, his mother, and his grandmother, who tells the story. Jennifer Hutchinson weaves valuable information into Jake’s story, including treatments that Teri and Jennifer will discuss. Please visit http://unlockingjake.com.
The Anat Baniel Method can help so many different conditions, including autism, ADD, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, brachial plexus injury, and more. What is unique about this method, and how can it help your child's brain, function, and happiness? Please visit www.anatbanielmethod.com.
Jeffrey M. Smith is the founder of the Institute for Responsible Technology and the author of Seeds of Deception: Exposing Industry and Government Lies about the Safety of the Genetically Engineered Foods You're Eating as well as Genetic Roulette: The Documented Health Risks of Genetically Engineered Foods. He is the leading consumer advocate promoting healthier non-GMO choices, meticulously researching how biotech companies continue to mislead legislators and safety officials to put the health of society at risk and the environment in peril. Pleae visit www.responsibletechnology.org.
The Dr. Mark and David Geier join Teri to talk about CoMeD (Coalition for Mercury-free Drugs) advocacy initiatives in the US and abroad involving the US Food and Drug Administration, the Freedom of Information Act, the United Nations, and the country of Chile. Please visit http://mercury-freedrugs.org/.
Teri interviews Dr. Roy Dittman, author of the upcoming book titled The Brighton Baby: A Revolutionary Organic Approach to Having an Extraordinary Child -- The Complete Guide to Preconception & Conception.
Douglas Gale of ScenicView Academy and Cathy Purple Cherry of Purple Cherry Architects talk with Teri about what goes into an excellent residential model, including social skills training, employment strategies, innovative architectural design, and more. Visit www.svacademy.org and www.purplecherry.com.
Create a revolution of healing for your child! Revolutions take brilliant, original thinkers and pioneers, and Teri welcomes paradigm-shifting researcher Dr. Martha Herbert to begin Autism Awareness Month on AutismOne: A Conversation of Hope. Dr. Herbert's new and wonderful book is titled The Autism Revolution: Whole-Body Strategies for Making Life All It Can Be. Join Teri and Dr. Herbert for this exciting and enlightening interview, and visit the website www.AutismRevolution.org.
With a master's degree in special education, teacher Laura Kirkman talks about the biomedical and other interventions that helped her daughter, Molly, recover from autism.
Guest host Chantal Sicile-Kira, founder of AutismCollege.com and coauthor of A Full Life With Autism (March 2012) interviews Valerie Paradiz, PhD, author and director of the Autistic Global Initiative of the Autism Research Institute.
Join popular guest host Betsy Hicks as she interviews her husband, John Hicks, MD, about the latest treatments in cold and flu protection. Learn the route a virus takes and how to stop it in its tracks. Pediatrician Dr. Hicks will answer the conundrum of whether ear infections are truly helped by antibiotics. Dr. Hicks and Betsy will also talk about immunity and why some people get sicker than others. Always engaging and informative, they will help you understand how to bolster the immune system for your child and the whole family.
Devin Houston, PhD, biochemist and founder of Houston Nutraceuticals, returns to talk to Teri, today focusing on how digestive enzymes help ASD children. On January 31, Dr. Houston and Teri talked about how a one-size-fits-all approach cannot apply to ASD kids, and what the importance of nutrigenomics is. Please visit www.houston-enzymes.com.
Nancy Alspaugh-Jackson, executive director of the nonprofit organization ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment), and Laura Marroquin, director of programs and development, talk to Teri about how they helped their own children and how ACT Today! helps many more children every day. Please visit www.act-today.org.
Kenny Sailors helped his brother who was suffering from liver failure with high-antioxidant aronia berries. The amazing success with his brother and others has inspired Kenny to share the big news of this little berry. Teri and Kenny will talk about antioxidants, especially as provided by aronia berries, and how this can help your family, referencing the book The Power of Nature by Prof. Iwona Wawer.
In this show, Teri is joined by Diane Miller, Esq., Legal and Public Policy Director of the National Health Freedom Coalition (www.nationalhealthfreedom.org), and Tim Bolen of the Bolen Report (www.bolenreport.com) to talk about the upcoming Health Freedom Expo in Long Beach, CA (www.HealthFreedomExpo.com) as well as the joining of forces between AutismOne and the Health Freedom Expos.
Alex Doman, founder and CEO of Advanced Brain Technologies, joins Teri to talk about different listening therapies. In Part I on January 17, Alex and Teri talked about his book with Don Campbell: Healing at the Speed of Sound. http://healingatthespeedofsound.com/
Devin Houston, PhD, biochemist and founder of Houston Nutraceuticals, talks to Teri about how a one-size-fits-all approach cannot apply to ASD kids. How do nutrition, digestion, and enzymes factor into the overall picture of moving forward. Please visit www.houston-enzymes.com.
Dr. Patrick Flynn of The Wellness Way in Green Bay, WI, is a doctor of chiropractic and naturopathy. Dr. Flynn will talk with Teri about a functional medicine approach to full body, mind, sensory, and behavioral recovery.
Alex Doman, founder and CEO of Advanced Brain Technologies, joins Teri to talk about his book with Don Campbell: Healing at the Speed of Sound. http://healingatthespeedofsound.com/
RDI rebuilds the Guided Participation Relationship as the cornerstone for neural development. Tune in as Kathy Darrow describes RDI and shares how it helped her children journey forward on the road to recovery from autism.
• DogWish is a charitable, non-profit organization that trains top quality service dogs for conditions such as autism and seizure disorder and places them with the disabled at a cost that they can afford. Among his accomplishments, Bob Taylor has 30 years as a California Superior Court and Multi-County Behavioral K9 Expert. He has trained hundreds of service dogs for the disabled. Please visit http://www.dogwish.org/DogWish.html.
Dr. Janet Levatin serves children and adults at the Tenpenny Integrative Medical Center. And with over 29 years of experience as a pediatrician, Dr. Levatin has expertise in diagnosing and treating diseases of infants and children. But how has children's health changed over the last three decades? What factors may contribute to this? And how can we implement more healthful practices? Tune in and find out.
Join Teri as she talks with Kim Gould, RPh, MS, the pharmacist in charge at PURE Compounding Pharmacy, an innovative “green” pharmacy, and Dr. Anju Usman, medical director of True Health Medical Center, about current trends in interventions used for ADHD and ADD. Please visit .www.truehealthmedical.com and www.purecompoundingpharmacy.com.
Geri Brewster, RD, MPH, CDN, joins Teri to talk about Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques, also known as NAET®. Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques are a non-invasive, drug-free, natural solution to eliminate allergies of all types and intensities using a blend of selective energy balancing, testing and treatment procedures from acupuncture/acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiological disciplines of medicine. Many children on the autism spectrum have been helped by this, and Geri will share information about this approach. Please also visit www.geribrewster.com.
Ever wonder why the United States has the worst health care in the Western world countries assessed? Contrasting the roots of the disease-propagating versus health-sustaining paradigms, Dr. Brad Case will enlighten you with the orchestrated machinations of cartels and monopolies that influence your health care, including mainstream medical establishments, media, and governmental agencies. And what does this have to do with the autism epidemic? Tune in and find out. www.thugsdrugsandthewaronbugs.com
Gerri Williams, RN, describes how her two children with mitochondrial myopathy (oxidative phosphorylation deficiency disorder) went from failure to thrive to thriving beyond expectations through the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Could this be something that affects your child? How do you find out? What do you do? Tune in, call in, and find out.
Thinking of giving in to the barrage of propaganda on loudspeakers, hold music, posters, and the thousand other places enticing you to protect yourself and others with the flu shot? Join Teri and Deb Catron, a former school teacher, on the 2-year anniversary of her being paralyzed by the flu vaccine -- as admitted to by the doctor! Also, on this edition: the Canary Party discusses the rise of chronic diseases and what we need to do; Amy Catron McCarty shares how she's helped her mother; and we question the effectiveness of the flu shot in the first place.
Inspirational and comedy singer/songwriter Scott Grace joins Betsy Hicks with much love and laughter on the topic of oughtism. Enjoy the two lightheartedly talking about the brilliance of the autistic individual who has found their unique way to be free of conditioning. This look at autism from the view of UN-Conditional Love will both entertain and inspire you. Scott shares his uplifting music and messages through his performances and CDs, and many have heard his work on YouTube. A pioneer in the field of intuitive song, Scott is known for his unique ability to spontaneously create songs for individuals or groups about any topic presented. His Song Portraits are a unique display of creativity and always leave people deeply touched, delighted and amazed by such an in-the-moment creation.
Award-winning author and engaging guest host Chantal Sicile-Kira interviews Laurel Falvo, CFLE, who is the executive director of The Gray Center. Laurel is the author of The Good Food Cookbook For Gluten-Free and Casein-Free Diets and a co-editor of The Social Stories™ Quarterly. Laurel's educational tool, The Social Response PyramidTM, is being widely used to promote social understanding and social effectiveness.
Join Teri and guest Geri Brewster, RD, MPH, CDN, in Part II of the interview that began September 6th as they talk about how the gut is connected to the brain physiologically and behaviorally. Geri began her clinical career nearly 30 years ago, specializing in pediatric and young adult developmental disabilities, including metabolic and gastrointestinal disorders; specialized tube feedings; dysphagia; autism; behavioral, attention, sensory and oral-motor integration disorders; and eating disorders. Geri develops comprehensive individualized lifestyle, nutritional, and supplement programs for each person's specific conditions. If time permits, this show will also talk about Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques -- aka NAET -- a non-invasive allergy desensitization method. Please see www.geribrewster.com.
A dynamic and engaging professor at National-Louis University, Chicago, Dr. Patrick Schwarz addresses inclusive education, special education, general education, educational leadership, and human services. Dr. Schwarz' company is Creative Culture Consulting LLC. He is the author of From Disability to Possibility, You’re Welcome (with Paula Kluth), Just Give Him the Whale (with Paula Kluth) and Pedro’s Whale (with Paula Kluth). Today Dr. Schwarz will talk to Teri about the inclusive classroom and how to educate diverse learners. Please visit www.patrickschwarz.com.
Are you stressed, hard-pressed, and depressed? Are you looking for answers to help your child and an island of respite to help yourself? Well, listen to the National Autism Conference attendee who said, I returned home with renewed hope and feeling like I'd had a vacation. Join Teri and the wonderful ladies at the helm of the National Autism Association, Wendy Fournier, Lori McIlwain, and Aimee Allenback as they describe the biomedical and other information available at this conference oasis in beautiful Tampa/St. Pete, Florida, November 10-13, 2011. Visit www.nationalautismconference.org.
Whether it's A for aminos, B for B vitamins, C for carnitine, D-E for digestive enzymes or Z for zinc, you'll hear about it on this show highlighting the importance and benefits of nutritional supplementation for individuals with special needs and sensitivities. Teri is joined by Larry Newman, chief operating officer of Technical and Regulatory Affairs for Kirkman Labs.
From youngsters to 22 year olds, Beacon Day School specializes in serving individuals who are significantly impacted by autism in a respectful manner. From classroom settings to transitional programs and upcoming adult programs, Beacon offers instruction in the ABA model and more. Join Beacon founder Dr. Mary Joann Lang as she talks to Teri about Beacon's integrative educational model and plans for the future. Teri and Dr. Lang are also joined by Dr. David Morrison for a discussion about models for teaching sexuality and safety to adolescents.
It is well known that probiotics are beneficial to the human gastrointestinal tract and overall health. But what factors of imbalance and pathogenic influences are at work in many conditions involving the gut and, consequently, other bodily systems? How do probiotics help these, and why are human probiotic infusions -- or fecal bacteriotherapy -- a very logical and effective intervention? Join Teri for this fascinating program as she interviews world expert Dr. Thomas Borody of the Centre for Digestive Diseases of Sydney, Australia.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a specialized medical intervention in which the atmospheric pressure is increased above 1 ATA, usually by the filling of a single person chamber, multi-place chamber or a hyperbaric room with a dose specific amount of oxygen (atmospheric oxygen or enriched oxygen). During a hyperbaric “dive,” the fluids and tissues of the body receive an infusion of readily available oxygen. In fact, even cells and areas of the body with limited circulation become saturated in oxygen. Dr. Kyle Van Dyke will talk to Teri about this today, describing how this can help conditions that persons diagnosed with autism may also have. Dr. Van Dyke is a board certified family physician who became involved in autism when his son was diagnosed in 2004. He has special interest in gastrointestinal issues, diet, HBOT, and mitochondrial dysfunction. See also www.wisconsinhyperbarics.com.
Since 1980, TERI -- the Training, Education & Research Institute -- has provided innovative life quality services. From enjoyable day programs and residential settings to family support and life planning services, TERI is a leader in options for individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including autism. To illustrate this, TERI’s residential program was selected as the training site for 42 new federal surveyors from across the United States. Dr. Krysti DeZonia and William Mara of TERI join us as we discuss what promotes quality of life across the lifespan. Please see www.teriinc.org.
Join Teri and guest Geri Brewster, RD, MPH, CDN, as they talk about how the gut is connected to the brain physiologically and behaviorally. Geri began her clinical career nearly 30 years ago, specializing in pediatric and young adult developmental disabilities, including metabolic and gastrointestinal disorders; specialized tube feedings; dysphagia; autism; behavioral, attention, sensory and oral-motor integration disorders; and eating disorders. Geri develops comprehensive individualized lifestyle, nutritional, and supplement programs for each person's specific conditions. This show will also talk about Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques -- aka NAET -- a non-invasive allergy desensitization method. Please see www.geribrewster.com.
Guest host Betsy Hicks talks with Dr. John Hernandez about how ASD parents can increase their energy level and decrease their stress level.
Gerri Williams, RN, describes how her two children with mitochondrial myopathy (oxidative phosphorylation deficiency disorder) went from failure to thrive to thriving beyond expectations through the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Could this be something that affects your child? How do you find out? What do you do? Tune in, call in, and find out.
Nurse practitioner Wendy Nielsen joins Teri to talk about holistic health, bio-identical hormones, essential oils, and a real-life example where addressing hormones helped a teenage girl on the spectrum.
Zack Gonzalez is an internationally-known 18-year-old American comedian, autism activist, best-selling/award-winning author, and talk-show host, who was first published at 16 years old. He is the youngest author to be published five times. Saving Deets: A Family's Journey with Autism won the 2009 Young Hero's Literary Work of the Year Award. Tune in for a memorable show with a wonderful sibling. http://www.zackgonzalez.com.
Lisa Rudley is a special needs financial planner and the mother of three children. For the last five years, she has utilized a variety of healing modalities to help her son with ASD, including addressing thyroid issues, homotoxicology, and various supportive therapies such as HANDLE, NAET, vision therapy, and Tomatis auditory therapy. Tune in to hear a lot of information you won't get elsewhere! Lisa's son Max is getting better -- so can your child!
You saw them at the conference and wondered -- how do Betsy and Teri do it? They're FERMENTED! Fermented foods help people stay healthy. Many human cultures throughout time and scientific studies know this. But what do you need to know? Did you know that restoring proper gut flora in ASD kids can be helped by introducing the microorganisms of good bacteria in fermented foods? So put down that triple-decker burger, grab some culture, and get fermented with Betsy and Teri!
Listen in as Kristin Selby Gonzalez talks with 2011 AutismOne Most Inspirational Doctor Winner Dr. Phillip DeMio. They will talk about why it is more important than ever to understand biomedical options for those on the spectrum.
The gastrointestinal system is intricately connected to normal brain development. Jane Casey shares insights from her focus on diet and nutrition strategies that have helped her own children. See www.janecaseyskitchen.com.
Please listen in as Kristin Selby Gonzalez brings back AutismOne’s winner for Best Therapist 2011 Nicole Beurkens, PHD who is the Horizons Developmental Remediation Center Founder and Executive Director RDI Program Certified Consultant and they will also be joined by Kathy Darrow RDI Consultant and Founder of Autism Remediation For Our Children on Tues July 5th 9amPST/12EST. They will be talking about strategies and techniques that you can implement right away! You don’t want to miss this show!!
Kristi Hogg, mom to Mayci, joins Teri to talk about her daughter's miraculous improvement from manifestations of mitochondrial disease, including cortical blindness and failure to thrive, using hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Also helpful have been intravenous nutrition and the gluten-free/casein-free diet. Kristi was awarded the Most Inspirational Parent Award at the 2011 AutismOne Dinner Gala and Awards Ceremony in May. Tune in for this heartwarming interview.
Please listen in as Kristin Selby Gonzalez talks with AutismOne’s winner for Best Therapist 2011 Nicole Beurkens, PHD who is the Horizons Developmental Remediation Center Founder and Executive Director RDI® Program Certified Consultant and they will also be joined by Kathy Darrow RDI Consultant and Founder of Autism Remediation For Our Children on Tues June 21st 9amPST/12EST.
Biofilms are collections of organisms working together to survive and thrive within a host environment. An example of this is the plaque that forms on our teeth! Healthy, beneficial, bacteria living within our intestines, organize into a biofilm to support their survival as well as ours. Additionally, biofilms can be formed by pathogenic microorganisms and create both illness and disease. Biofilms are resistant to antibiotics and so effective treatment lies within other forms of therapy. Although present throughout nature, the effect of biofilms was not studied extensively until recently, due to the presenting challenges of culturing the organisms and their ability to change form. Current and continuing research is growing and could potentially hold the key to increased understanding and effective treatment of many forms of chronic illness.
Listen in as Kristin Selby Gonzalez chats with Tom Bohager, Founder of Enzymedica, author and National Educator about the importance of digestion and how that affects those with on the autism spectrum.
Join this week’s host Kristin Selby Gonzalez as she talks with Raun K Kaufman, Director of Global Education for the Autism Treatment Center of America and Sargent Goodchild Jr. Executive Director from Active Healing, Inc as they recap the amazing week in Chicago play by play of the AUTISMONE CONFERENCE. If you missed the conference you definitely won’t want to miss this show as you never know who might be calling in to chat.
Listen in on May 24th at 9am PST/12EST as Kristin Selby Gonzalez talks with Dr. Michael Payne from Living Well Today International. He has helped over 2000 children worldwide with Autism Spectrum Disorders improve their quality of health. He believes that each child has a different story. After working with so many children, Michael has found that rarely does one strict protocol solve something as complex as autism. Being well versed in many protocols, Michael is able to help you navigate through the complexities that each protocol brings to find the right mix for your child. He founded Living Well Today International in 2002 specializing in biomedical treatment of children with autism.
Sargent L. Goodchild Jr., Executive Director of Active Healing, Inc. began life as a brain injured child. At four years of age, Sargent was diagnosed with a seizure disorder. None of the professionals who met with Sargent were capable of seeing his potential. Instead they saw a severely epileptic child with a dismal future. Today he is fully recovered and helps hundreds of families with children on all levels of the autism spectrum. Listen in as he explains techniques that can help your child today and signs to look for that your child may need extra help with their sensory-motor systems.
Elayne Pearson had a sweet, smart, socially-engaged child named Heidi who was born with Down syndrome. After her kindergarten booster shots, Heidi became quiet, overly anxious, and less sociable. Prescriptions, surgery, and a reaction from her only flu shot made her even more difficult. Elayne turned to a holistic approach and found a treasure trove of safe, natural, and non-invasive methods to significantly improve Heidi's polluted body, mind, and emotions. Learn about these AFFORDABLE tools and treatments. http://www.elaynepearson.com/
After her son's regression into autism, with diagnosis at age 3, Amber Clements found a combination of dietary, biomedical, and other therapies that has brought her son back to leading a very typical life. Tune in as Teri talks with Amber to hear how.
Michael Koski's daughter suffered with over 100 seizures every day -- even while heavily medicated. For their family, the Modified Atkins Diet allowed their daughter to go off all her medication, first reducing her seizures and eventually helping her become seizure and medicine free. Tune in for this very important topic. http://atkinsforseizures.com/story.html
Kristin welcomes international speaker, writer and teacher for The Son-Rise Program, Raun Kaufman. Raun was diagnosed with autism at the age of 18 months and his parents created the innovative and child-centered program that is the bases of the The Son-Rise Program today. As the Director of Global Education for the Autism Treatment Center, Raun's dynamic personality educates thousands around the globe on breaking through to the withdrawn children with autism.
Many of the folks who bring you the AutismOne/Generation Rescue Conference will greet you on this program that will describe and guide you through many of the features of this year's conference spanning 5 days and 6+ content tracks, with 150 speakers. If you've ever been to one of these conferences, you know about the great energy and information that's in store! Hear about Dads' Night Out, lectures, workshops, and more. There is so much there toward healing your child and helping your family. And this year, registration is free! www.autismone.org.
Please join KRISTIN SELBY GONZALEZ as she INTERVIEWS INSPIRATIONAL WARRIOR-WOMEN Jenny McCartney and Byron Katie APRIL 5TH, 9AM PST.
Brought to you by Skyhorse Publishing and available in time for Autism Awareness Month, Ken Siri and Tony Lyons have created an updated edition: Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism 2011-2012. This excellent compilation gives parents the information they need to help their children. Teri interviews Ken, a freelance journalist and father of teenaged Alex, about his experience as a single-parent ASD dad and about the chapters in this extensive book that aims to list all of the latest research, developments, and treatments to make the lives of other parents of children with autism much easier. Please visit www.SkyhorsePublishing.com.
Are you struggling with last minute tax questions for you or your special needs family? Join Teri and tax and corporate attorney and CPA Shannon King Nash as she shares strategies for you and special needs families during tax season. Ms. Nash is the author of the award winning book For the Love of Money: The 411 to Taking Control of Your Taxes and Building Your Net Worth. She also wrote The Special Needs Tax Journal, the Vault Guide to Tax Law Careers, and Helping the Nonprofit Client. Shannon is also known for her skilled help with setting up nonprofits. Please visit the Nash Management Group website at www.nashgroup-usa.com. Call this program with your questions -- live, Tuesday, March 22 at 9 am PT / 12 noon ET.
Please join Kristin and her guests Advocates Elaine Berkley and Kim Yamamoto as they discuss the benefits of having an advocate for your family. Elaine and Kim have extensive experience in advocacy and understand that it is particularly confusing and stressful to navigate the various federal, state and local organizations in health, education and government. For more information go to www.azvice.com
Guest host Betsy Hicks is back! Join Betsy as she interviews Sherrin Ross Ingram, CEO of the International Center for Strategic Planning, a management support firm that provides structured assistance with all phases of strategic planning and implementation. Tune in as Sherrin speaks of her journey with her son and how that journey gathered new momentum after she gained clarity and focus about her true purpose and her role in her son’s life. She will also share her successful experiences with diet and biomedical treatments.
Listen March 1st as Kristin Selby Gonzalez interviews Lauren S. Henry about how important the space we work in is and how it can transform therapies and set our children up for success! Call in with questions about how to create a sensory happy environment 1-866-472-5792
Host Teri Arranga will interview Cindy Griffin and Jenice Stebel, professional homeopaths at Homeopathy Center of Houston. They will discuss some results of recent advances and improvements to the Houston Homeopathy Method (HHM) for autism and ASDs. The HHM has distinguished itself in the world of autism as a system that is consistently recovering children including newly diagnosed or very young children through the many “tough nut kids” who had exhausted many other therapies with little, no or negative results. Virtually every child who undergoes even a few months of this program will be healthier and less toxic for the experience and will range between subtle and dramatic improvements over time on the way to the goal of full recovery. Please see www.homeopathyhouston.com.
Listen in as Kristin Selby Gonzalez hosts this week’s AutismOne: A Conversation of Hope show with guest Harvey Diamond. They will discuss the health of our children today, the importance of proper digestion and the powerful effects of Enzyme Therapy. Harvey will remind us that there is more HOPE than ever for individuals with Autism. We encourage you to call in with your questions LIVE at 1-866-472-5792.
Mary Holland, JD, talks to Teri about Vaccine Epidemic: How Corporate Greed, Biased Science, and Coercive Government Threaten Our Human Rights, Our Health, and Our Children, the book she edited with Louise Kuo Habakus, which launches February 9. Vaccine Epidemic, published by Skyhorse Publishing, examines the ethics, law, and science in support of vaccination choice.
Host Kristin Selby Gonzalez will be interviewing, Dr. Elizabeth Lipski, who is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist with a PhD in Clinical Nutrition, on the importance of diet and nutrition for children on the autism spectrum. Dr. Lipski provides holistic health education and counseling in nutrition, diet, digestion, vitamins, stress management, enzymes, and herbs nationwide. She is the Author of Digestive Wellness, Digestive Wellness for Children and Leaky Gut Syndrome. We are inviting you to call in and get your questions answered live at 1-866-472-5792. http://www.innovativehealing.com
Neil Z. Miller is a medical research journalist. He is the author of numerous articles and books on vaccines, including Vaccines, Autism and Childhood Disorders and Vaccines: Are They Really Safe and Effective? He will talk with Teri about the biological plausibility of vaccine injury, risks with the immunization schedule, infant mortality, and more. Is the mainstream media telling you the whole truth? Tune in and find out. Please visit www.thinktwice.com.
Brain Gym® is a movement-based learning program that utilizes 26 specific movements and a learning menu to coordinate the eyes, ears, hands, and whole body and develop the physical skills for learning. These movements often improve concentration, ability to focus, and the skills of reading, writing, math and test taking, as well as physical coordination, organizational skills, and self-control. Rhythmic Movement Training is used to integrate retained or underdeveloped primitive reflexes by replicating the natural repetitive movements a baby makes that are essential for development of head control, muscle tone and sensory integration. Retained or underdeveloped infant reflexes are involved in learning challenges such as ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, writing problems, and ASD. Kate Wagner, MA, is a Licensed Brain Gym® Instructor (www.braingym.org) and is trained in Rhythmic Movement Training (www.rhythmicmovement.com).
This special show will feature world autism community leaders with Dr. Andrew Wakefield, sorting out the current situation of allegations carried in the British Medical Journal, especially vis-a-vis the bigger picture of the autism-vaccine controversy. Teri will be joined by Mark Blaxill of SafeMinds and Age of Autism, Dr. Vicky Debold of the National Vaccine Information Center, Wendy Fournier of the National Autism Association, and JB Handley of Generation Rescue. Due to the number of guests, call-ins will not be possible.
Sherry Shellenberger and Mary Sue Williams, co-owners of TherapyWorks, Inc., are occupational therapists who have over 25 years of experience and who have focused on developing practical ways to teach people of all ages how to incorporate sensory integration theory into everyday living. Their Alert Program® is an innovative program that supports children, teachers, parents, and therapists in choosing appropriate strategies to change or maintain states of alertness. For example, parents learn what they can do to help their toddler's nervous system change from a high alert state to a more appropriate low state at bedtime. In this engaging program with Teri, Kristin, Sherry, and Mary Sue, hear about the underlying theory and some of the basics of sensory integration. www.alertprogram.com
Nancy Mullan, MD, will talk about the ability of gastrointestinal bacteria to harbor aluminum and heavy metals and aluminum's role in neurologic dyfunctions, including seizures. Dr. Mullan practices nutritional medicine and psychiatry, treating children on the autism spectrum and adults with neurologic, immunologic, metabolic, and/or gastroenterologic dysfunction that might otherwise be thought of as psychiatric illness.
Each day of her life, though frequently suspended by countless hospital stays, deep comas, and months of life support after severe vaccine damage as a baby, Lorrin taught her mother, Karen. Despite any challenges, Lorrin lived a life with close friendships and the will to communicate. One year ago, after living many years longer than doctors would have imagined, Lorrin left this world physically, but her spirit is the foundation for growth and the evidence of hope. Karen's personal transformation during Lorrin's life has been the inspiration for the website www.lorrinsworld.com. Join Betsy Hicks in this unique interview of a mother who let go of fighting and began to allow each day to unfold with hope, laughter, and love. Karen and Lorrin's journey is a beautiful testament to making a choice between the barriers created by anger and blame, and the possibilities that radiate from love. Lorrin did not want to be viewed with sympathy, but rather with unconditional love. Hear how.
Oxidative stress and inflammation are key features of the pathophysiology of most chronic illness. Patients with autism spectrum disorders have measurable evidence of oxidative stress in virtually every organ system that has been assessed. Join Teri and Dr. Bernhoft as they discuss this and other topics. From his son's situation with Down syndrome and autism to his own environmentally-induced illness, Robin Bernhoft’s personal experience has shown him that many environmental diseases are treatable with modern biochemical techniques. His clinic is dedicated to treating each patient as a biologically-unique individual who lives in a unique situation, with a unique diet and lifestyle interacting with a unique genetic background. For most people, it is possible to undo much and sometimes all of the damage they have accumulated over the years. It is also possible to identify risk factors of future illness and nip it in the bud before it develops. Please visit www.drbernhoft.com
Teri Arranga and Kristin Selby-Gonzalez welcome Alex Doman, founder and CEO of Advanced Brain Technologies, an innovative neuro-technology company that provides brain-based solutions to consumers, schools, therapy clinics, healthcare facilities, and the military. Alex is also co-founder and president of the ABT Foundation, a public charity. Creator and co-producer of the multi-award-winning Music for Babies™ music collection and collaborator on more than 50 other albums including the Sound Health® series and Music for the Mind™, Alex has trained thousands of healthcare, education, and music professionals in the application of music-based therapies around the world. From 1993-1998, he served as vice president of the National Association for Child Development and executive director of the National Academy for Child Development, international organizations founded by his father, Robert J. Doman, Jr. It was at this point that he began his training and research into developing methods to improve brain performance. He developed music programs for more than 1,500 families with special needs children. Alex has co-invented several acoustic methods to improve auditory processing and spatial perception. These include the Spatial Surround® technology used in the renowned neuro-auditory training method The Listening Program®, the cornerstone of ABT.
Dr. Corinne Allen, author, international lecturer, researcher, and practitioner in natural health, nutrition, and neurodevelopmental education for over 30 years, is an expert on how to affect brain health, learning, and behavior problems without drugs. She is a recognized healthcare leader for her natural and practical approach to health, stimulating permanent changes in the brain for issues like ADD, autism, Asperger’s, dyslexia, learning disabilities, academic and behavioral issues, and acute and chronic brain injuries. After receiving her doctorate in nutrition, Dr. Allen received further training in neurokinesiology and brain stimulation techniques to help her daughter, who was brain injured from asphyxiation (oxygen deprivation), and for her other child who had Asperger’s. She now offers other families the kind of life changing information and care she so desperately needed for her own children. She has developed a brain program that facilitates the connection of neurological pathways that are injured, damaged, missing, or not working properly. Teri and Dr. Allen will discuss the brain program and the use of glutathione for underlying conditions in those with the diagnostic label of autism.
From the Disability Rights International website (www.disabilityrightsintl.org): In the United States, children with autism and other mental disabilities living at a residential school in Massachusetts are being given electric shocks as a form of “behavior modification”; we have found children with autism in Paraguay and Uruguay locked in cages . . . . After years of fighting abuses against children on a country-by-country basis, Disability Rights International has gathered much evidence that the institutionalization of children with disabilities is a worldwide problem. Over the past 16 years we have documented abuses against children in over 25 countries in the Americas, the United States, Eastern Europe and Russia, the Middle East and Asia. The dangers of institutionalizing children are pervasive and take place all over the world, including well-resourced, developed countries. Disability Rights International is calling for an end to the institutionalization and abuse of children. The goal of the Worldwide Campaign to End the Institutionalization of Children is to challenge underlying policies that lead to abuses against children on a global scale. Join Teri and Laurie for this discussion on this crucial topic.
As professionals treating ASD children utilizing both behavioral and biomedical approaches, Dr. Michael Montico and Troy Fry have come to appreciate the reciprocal sharing of information that evolves from a treatment model like the one at Holland Center and Clinic. Even the finest behavioral or biomedical treatment operating in isolation will most likely be less effective and produce fewer positive outcomes than an integrated approach incorporating best practices from each of the treatment disciplines. Please visit www.hollandcenter.com.
This very special interview with Kim Stagliano, managing editor of the Age of Autism daily Web newspaper, gives a stagalicious look at her stagilarious book that illuminates life with autism. From the trials of raising three girls diagnosed with autism to the political criticisms and world-view witticisms that Kim has gleaned from the experience, you won't want to miss this sneak preview of a book not to be missed: All I Can Handle: I'm No Mother Teresa (A Life Raising Three Daughters with Autism). Please visit www.kimstagliano.com/book.html
This special preview of Kristin Selby Gonzalez' upcoming program on Autism One Radio (www.autismone.org) finds Kristin speaking with Tom Bohager, founder of Enzymedica, and Samariah Kaufman, co-founder of the Autism Treatment Center of America (home of the Son-Rise program). Kristin, Tom, and Samahria will cover the symbiotic relationship of educational/behavioral intervention with biomedical therapy as the benefits of combining the Son-Rise program with gastrointestinal, diet, and enzymatic therapies are illustrated. Samahria's son, Raun Kaufman, is a recovered adult, and Kristin's son is on the road to recovery. How can a multi-prong approach help your child? Please visit www.autismtreatmentcenter.org and www.enzymedica.com.
What is homeopathy? Specifically, what is sequential homeopathy? How can this help children with autism who have already tried other things? What makes the Homeopathy Center of Houston unique? Hear from mother Deborah Pohler about wonderful improvements in her son as Cindy Griffin and Lindyl Lanham of Homeopathy Center of Houston join us. All three of Teri's guests are mothers of children who have recovered from a spectrum of challenges. Please visit www.homeopathyhouston.com.
Although many children regressed into an autism diagnosis following vaccination, once in a while, we hear about children who are unvaccinated yet still received an autism diagnosis. Today we will present a chiropractor's perspective on her child's journey with gastrointestinal and other physiological issues, and hear how eliminating inflammatory triggers from the diet, supporting the immune system, supplementing nutrients to balance biochemistry and drive dysfunctional chemical pathways to work, and other interventions have brought her son very close to recovery.
Dr. Paul Connett will talk about the science -- or lack thereof -- behind water fluoridation. Dr. Connett will share how there are links between fluoride and harm to the brain, bones, and endocrine system, while informing listeners that the evidence for the fluoridation of water reducing tooth decay is surprisingly weak. He will draw parallels between the politics involved in this realm and the politics that parents of children with autism face.
We talked with Sargent Goodchild, Jr., on August 17, 2010, in part one of this interview. Today, Sargent joins Teri and Kristin to continue the discussion about how every child with autism is unique in ways that dictate which therapies will facilitate healing and when to employ them, neural plasticity and the brain being modified by experience, remediation of the sensory-motor systems, and creating a home program. Sargent Goodchild, Jr., founder and executive director of Active Healing, Inc., a 501(c)(3), will talk about these topics and his own recovery from seizures. Visit www.activehealing.org.
John Hicks, MD, medical director, and Betsy Hicks, diet counselor, of Elementals Living will help you understand: 1) the genetic testing roadmap and how to know the best ways to support your child's body; 2) how to balance the immune and detoxification systems to help your child's body heal itself; 3) how to support the brain and neurotransmitters; and 4) how to clean up the gut and support digestion. Join Teri, Betsy, and Dr. Hicks for these important topics and more. Please visit www.elementalsliving.com
The AWAARE (Autism Wandering Awareness Alerts Response Education) Collaboration works to prevent wandering incidents and death within the autism community. In 2008, Danish researchers found that the mortality rate among the autism population is twice as high as the general population. In 2001, a California research team attributed elevated death rates in large part to drowning. Drowning, prolonged exposure, and other wandering-related factors remain among the top causes of death within the autism population. Lori and Wendy share how AWAARE provides information and tools in an effort to help stop these preventable tragedies. Please see www.awaare.org. Wendy and Lori will also discuss the upcoming National Autism Conference in Tampa, Florida, November 11-14. What information will this year's wonderful speakers have in store for you so that you can help your child? Please visit www.nationalautismconference.org.
Flu vaccines are already in the news with the latest public health announcements urging adults and children to line up for shots. But did you know that the shots still contain mercury, a potent neurotoxin? Dan Olmsted and Mark Blaxill, the authors of an explosive new book on the autism epidemic, reveal that there is a long dark side to mercury in the origins of autism and urge caution to anyone considering getting the mercury-laced injections. Dan Olmsted and Mark Blaxill's groundbreaking book, The Age of Autism: Mercury, Medicine, and a Manmade Epidemic, traces the autism epidemic by examining the first diagnosed cases of autism. Dan and Mark's detailed research is impeccable and their conclusions are stunning. The Age of Autism will revolutionize the way people think about autism and children's health. This is a must-have book and a must-hear interview.
Judy Converse, MPH, RD, LD, is back joining Teri and Kristin for a show that will address questions such as: What are the fundamentals of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet? When is the ketogenic diet called for? How have therapeutic diets been used for individuals with seizures? Are probiotics best used with or without food or enzymes? What is a safe iron level (in blood), and when should you supplement? How should you supplement? What is the right weight/growth pattern for your child?
Oxidative stress and inflammation are key features of the pathophysiology of most chronic illness. Patients with autism spectrum disorders have measurable evidence of oxidative stress in virtually every organ system that has been assessed. Join Teri and Dr. Bernhoft as they discuss this and other topics. From his son's situation with Down syndrome and autism to his own environmentally-induced illness, Robin Bernhoft’s personal experience has shown him that many environmental diseases are treatable with modern biochemical techniques. His clinic is dedicated to treating each patient as a biologically-unique individual who lives in a unique situation, with a unique diet and lifestyle interacting with a unique genetic background. For most people, it is possible to undo much and sometimes all of the damage they have accumulated over the years. It is also possible to identify risk factors of future illness and nip it in the bud before it develops. Please visit http://bernhoftcam.com
Researchers have found that we ingest dangerous chemicals every day in our food, water, and the air we breathe. Dr. Gerald Wootan, author of Detox Diets For Dummies, helps you understand the effects of these chemicals on your body and find safe, gentle methods to expel them from your system. Dr. Wooten is the medical director of Jenks Health Team in Oklahoma, a practice that specializes in integrative medicine with a strong emphasis on natural detoxification and nutritional supplementation. Dr. Wooten will explain how dietary and nutritional means can bring children with autism forward.
Every child with autism is unique in ways that dictate which therapies will facilitate healing and when to employ them. Factors include those that are chemical/nutritional and those that are physical. There is a correlation between the functional movements we progress through as children and the level of health we have as adults. The idea of neural plasticity has gained tremendous ground in the last decade. The adult brain continues to be modified structurally and functionally by experience. If the adult brain can be modified by experience does this stand true for the brain of a child with autism, too? Yes! In this show, Sargent Goodchild, Jr., founder and executive director of Active Healing, Inc., a 501(c)(3), will talk about neural plasticity, remediation of the sensory-motor systems, and his own recovery. Visit www.activehealing.org.
Hillary Johnson is an esteemed journalist and author of the book, Osler's Web. Hillary has written about environmental and medical topics for the last 15 years of her 30-year reporting career. She has explored the introduction of anti-retroviral cocktails in AIDS; public health threats posed by the ever-mutating influenza virus; viral causes of multiple sclerosis; the XMRV virus; and, most notably, biomedical research gone awry in the case of chronic fatigue syndrome a.k.a., myalgic encephalomyelitis. This is sure to be a fascinating conversation.
Judy Converse, MPH, RD, LD, is back joining Teri and Kristin for a show that will address questions such as: What are the most common problems parents encounter when using or transitioning to special diets? What are the secrets and shortcuts? How can you avoid psychotropic meds for a child with rage, aggression, or hyperactivity? How do you know if your child's special diet is nutritionally adequate? How much is too much: how do you know when your child is getting overdosed on supplements? What do you feed a child who must be on a gluten-, casein-, soy-, egg-, and nut-free diet? Do ketogenic diets for seizures work? What other nutritional tools work for seizure control?
Deborah Jastrebski is the founder and president of Practice Without Pressure, a Delaware-based US nonprofit that is working to change both the perception of people with disabilities and the ways in which they receive services. Practice Without Pressure helps people, especially those with disabilities, overcome their fear of medical, dental, and personal care procedures so that they can complete routine care without restraints and with confidence. Visit http://www.pwpde.com. During the second half of this program, we will also hear from publisher Tony Lyons of Skyhorse Publishing about his book Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism 2010-2011, with a special bonus offer.
Many people are interested in setting up an autism-related nonprofit, but the thought of doing so can be daunting. There are horror stories of the IRS approval process. Couple this with an already busy schedule in raising a child with autism, and even the most committed altruist can be dissuaded. But there's hope for those wanting to set up an autism-related charity. This process can be boiled down to its major steps, and Shannon will discuss these. Shannon Nash is a CPA, attorney, author, entrepreneur, and mom. She is the president of Nash Management Group, an entertainment, tax and business management firm. Shannon is the author of the award-winning book For the Love of Money: The 411 to Taking Control of Your Taxes and Building Your Net Worth as well as Helping the Nonprofit Client and more. She's passionate about advocating for special needs children and is the former secretary of Cure Autism Now (now Autism Speaks).
Teri is joined by Beth Lambert, author of the soon-to-be-released book A Compromised Generation. This book reveals how elements of American culture are making millions of children chronically ill, disabled, or dysfunctional. Dr. Kenneth Bock gives a good account of why this book is one you'll want to read: What is happening to our children? The epidemic disorders our children face beg the question. In her book, A Compromised Generation, Beth Lambert puts forth a cogent, well-written explanation of the suspected environmental factors involved in the current epidemics of autism, ADHD, asthma, allergies, obesity and diabetes; and includes thoughtful approaches to treatment. She also proposes strategies for prevention so that we may achieve our ultimate goal: to avoid compromising the next generation.” Beth Lambert is a former healthcare consultant and teacher and the executive director of PEACE: Parents Ending America’s Childhood Epidemic.
The amount of time that moms need to spend on their children's gastrointestinal health is no DROP IN THE BUCKET. Teri Arranga and Kristin Selby Gonzalez will share your stories and comments on all things poop, relating them to the health of the digestive system with suggestions to make your child more comfortable. Special guest Judy Converse, MPH, RD, LD, will be on hand to hear what BUGS you and help you DIGEST the information. So, WIPE away your tears and have some PAPER nearby to take notes. It will be a MOVING show that's sure to be a GAS. Please send your stories, questions, and comments to tarranga@autismone.org.
Gorgeous, EASY, and gluten- and dairy-free: THAT'S what you'll find in The Autism Cookbook by Susan Delaine, mother of a son with autism and numerous food allergies. Join Susan and Teri as they talk about the Delaine family's journey, how to read food labels, the benefits of raw foods and organic foods, food substitutions, and more. And with more exciting news from Skyhorse Publishing, hear how you can get a free copy of Cutting Edge Therapies for Autism when you purchase The Autism Cookbook beginning July 8th. Visit www.SusanDelaine.com and www.skyhorsepublishing.com.
What happened to create an epidemic of peanut allergy that threatens the lives of children in Western cultures? In her book The History of the Peanut Allergy Epidemic, Heather Fraser provides a far-reaching history of the current epidemic of peanut allergy and offers compelling answers as to why this condition develops primarily in children. How has the prevalence of peanut allergy ballooned to over four million people in the U.S. alone? Tune in and find out as Teri and Heather cover these vital questions. See also www.peanutallergyepidemic.com.
Únanse a la Dra. Lorna Ortiz y Kerri Rivera mientras informan a la comunidad hispana acerca de los más recientes avanzes biomédicos discutidos durante la conferencia AutismOne/Generation Rescue 2010. Además Kerri y Lorna hablarán sobre el progreso de Curando el Autismo (CEA).
Join Dr. Lorna Ortiz and Kerri Rivera as they give an update to the Latin American community of the most recent biomedical updates from the AutismOne/Generation Rescue 2010 conference. Kerri and Lorna will also talk about the progress of Curando el Autismo (CEA).
Join Teri, Betsy, and Kristin as they welcome Doug Whitcomb, president, and Ron Bergida, consultant, of NuLife Foods. NuLife Foods is dedicated to making delicious gluten-free/casein-free/soy-free menu options available to families and schools, concentrating on high standards for product testing. According to Dr. John and Betsy Hicks and the staff at Elementals Living: After viewing the ingredients we endorse this company. . . . Offering real food that tastes great encourages lifelong healthy eating patterns. The simplicity of it being prepared allows parents the opportunity to consistently make healthy food choices. . . . we feel this company does a great job with the challenge of pleasing as many parents and children as possible. Tune in to hear about this great new option that can help you help your child.
Join Betsy and Kristin as they share with us the highlights of the AutismOne Conference last week. There will be drama, laughter and excitement as they recap the week in Chicago for us! Food Guru Betsy will talk about the delectable dishes/recipes that she shared at the conference and Digest Diva Kristin will give us the 411 about the new enzyme product that Enzymedica launched called, Digest Spectrum. She will also tell us ways that we can all help give back to the autism community. So…. if you missed the conference you don’t want to miss this!
Live from the AutismOne-Generation Rescue 2010 conference join host Teri Arranga as she interviews Dr. Andrew Wakefield and Polly Tommey the day after the GMC determination. They will discuss Dr. Wakefield new book “Callous Disregard” . The fallacies of the GMC report and what the future holds. Please see www.callous-disregard.com for more information.
Join Deborah Portnoy and Kristin Selby Gonzalez as they talk about the wonderful options they've found with the Son-Rise program. Kristin and Deborah will describe the enthusiam and respect for the child inherent in this educational and therapeutic intervention. Deborah will also focus on how much in-home neurofeedback has helped her son's behavior and school performance, while mentioning the help that neurofeedback may provide for seizures.
What is the positive impact that architecture and design can have on the lives of individuals on the spectrum at home, school, and work? Cathy Cherry, principal of Purple Cherry Architects, is the mother of an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum (Matthew) and the sister of a Down syndrome brother. Through her lifelong interactions and observations of her brother and son and her educational advocacy for her son, she has an acute awareness of relevant triggers and environmental issues that impact individuals with disabilities. For more information, see www.purplecherry.com or www.purposefularchitecture.com to visit her Purposeful Architecture work.
Listen as guest host Betsy Hicks tells us how to get our kiddos to eat veggies and healthy foods from ideas from her upcoming new book PICKY EATING SOLUTIONS. Kristin Selby Gonzalez Director of Autism Education at Enzymedica, Inc. will also guide us how to shop in the market from strategies from her new upcoming DVD! These ladies will slice it and dice it with just a pinch of salt! You will have the opportunity to meet them both at the upcoming AutismOne conference this May in Chicago!
In The Best Kind of Different, Shonda Schilling, the wife of Major League Baseball All Star, former Boston Red Sox, and World Series championship pitcher Curt Schilling, shares the story of their son’s Asperger’s Syndrome, how it changed their lives, and what other parents can learn about this increasingly common diagnosis. Candid and compelling, The Best Kind of Different traces their family’s struggle with Asperger’s, following Curt and Shonda as they come to understand their son’s differences and in the process relearn everything they thought they knew about parenting.
Teri and Dr. Robert Sears talk about his new book that guides readers through the maze of autism. The Autism Book explains what precautions parents can take to decrease their baby's risk, how to detect autism at the earliest possible age, and how to proceed once a diagnosis has been made. Hear about the biomedical treatment approach that Dr. Sears has used successfully with many of his young patients; the plan for developmental, behavioral, and learning therapies; and how to begin treatments without a doctor's help.
Join Teri, Louise, and Ginger as they talk about the need for advocacy and The American Rally for Personal Rights to be held in Chicago. The tenets of the rally are (1) we believe in the rights to life, liberty, and personal security for ourselves and our children; (2) we demand the universal human rights standard of informed consent for all medical interventions; compulsory vaccination cannot be legally and morally justified; and (3) we affirm...the sanctity of personal space, the right to be left alone, and the freedom to make personal health care decisions guided by the professionals of our choosing. Louise and Ginger will invite people, families and organizations committed to protecting these fundamental rights to stand together on May 26, 2010 and to work together after the event to support grassroots advocacy, education, and leadership in defense of our personal – individual, parental, legal, moral, religious, civil, and human – rights.
You’ve heard of Letterman’s Top 10…. Now listen to Betsy, picky-eater remediator, and Kristin Selby Gonzalez, digestive diplomat, answer and discuss the Top 20 Questions about why/why not to do a therapeutic diet with your child. As always, they will do this in an upbeat and encouraging way, addressing such concerns as My In-laws Think I'm Crazy! My Ex Gave Timmy HoHos! and The School Nurse Doesn't Consider Squash Buttons Food! We'll break in time for lunch.
Tune in as Teri interviews Dr. A.J. Russo, research director of Pfeiffer Treatment Center, whose research over the past 7 years has focused on studying autism. The topics covered will include autoimmunity and gastrointestinal disease and biomarkers for GI disease.
Each child is unique in how they process sensation. Megan and Teri will discuss how the different sensory systems interact and what the implications are for your child in daily life. Understanding your child's sensory profile will help support development of motor planning, social emotional and fine and gross motor development. Megan Carrick, MOTR/L, is the clinical director of a private practice where she provides services for children ranging in age from infancy up to 15 years old. See www.azmckids.com.
Weaving complex science, politics, business, and the lives of everyday people, ANIMAL FACTORY documents a crisis that has reached a critical juncture in the history of human health and our larger global environment. David Kirby, a contributor to The Huffington Post, is the author of the bestselling book Evidence of Harm, which was a finalist for the NYPL Helen Bernstein Award for Excellence in Journalism, and has appeared in media outlets such as Larry King, CNN, Don Imus and Air America. Tune in as David describes to Teri how recalls of dangerous meats, fruits, and vegetables caused by farm pathogens, and increasing public health crises, including asthma, MRSA infection, and possibly swine flu, leukemia and other cancers in communities adjacent to these farms are affecting your family. www.animalfactorybook.com.
Teri talks with Kathryne Pirtle a world-class clarinetist whose career nearly ended because of performance difficulties caused by acid reflux, celiac disease, chronic inflammation and other health problems. Performance without Pain, written with Dr. John Turner and Sally Fallon, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation tells the story of her recovery. So many children with autism have gastrointestinal problems that include reflux and inflammation, and a nutrient-dense, therapeutic diet is a foundational element of any healing program.
In this fun- and fact-filled hour, you get to go shopping with Betsy and Kristin! They will show you how to: be a food detective; help your child avoid sensory overload in the store; read labels; call manufacturers if a package isn't clearly marked as gluten-free/casein free; and find supplements, DVDs, and books to complement a therapeutic-diet lifestyle.
Join guest hosts Lisa Rupe and Laura Rowley from Talk About Curing Autism as they discuss the upcoming Real Help Now Conference in Madison, WI. Lisa is a TACA Coordinator in Wisconsin and Laura in Indiana. The Real Help Now Conference will take place in Madison at Candlewood Suites on Saturday, February 27. Joining us on the radio program will be presenters Dr. Lauren Underwood discussing her presentation on Biomedical and Behavioral Therapies Together, and Dr. Kyle Van Dyke will discuss Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Autism. Shannon Kenitz will also join us to discuss hyperbaric oxygen treatment in children with autism. To register see www.realhelpnowconference.org.
Dr. Rosario Trifiletti and Lynn Johnson join Teri for a lively discussion on the various presentations of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infection. Lynn's daughter was featured on the news due to constant sneezing, an atypical presentation. Dr. Trifiletti will talk about the range of this disorder - from mild OCD to severe debilitation - and clinical insights, while Lynn will share her daughter's story and how the trail led to PANDAS.
Join Teri, Dr. M. Elizabeth Latimer, and Laura Matheos as they speak about clinical experiences in treating PANDAS patients, factors considered in making a diagnosis, common presentations of the disease, and which treatments yield improvement. Laura Matheos will speak about her family's experiences in finding a PANDAS diagnosis and treatment for her son as well as current resources available to families.
Join guest host Betsy Hicks as she welcomes Kristin Selby Gonzalez, director of autism education for Enzymedica, Inc. for a fun- and fact-filled hour. Kristin and Betsy will discuss how enzymes work synergistically with the gluten- and casein-free diet, Specific Carbohydrate Diet, and the Body Ecology Diet for optimal digestion. Betsy and Kristen will also highlight the myth that enzymes are a replacement for any therapeutic diet. http://www.enzymedica.com/
Segunda parte: Le exhortamos se unan a Kerri Rivera directora de la clínica DAN! Autism02 en Puerto Vallarta, México y a Lorna Ortiz, co-founder of Curando el Autismo, mientras hablan acerca del Congreso Internacional Curando el Autismo (ABA-Biomed) el cual se llevara a cabo los días 6 y 7 del 2010. El mismo traerá sobre 10 profesionales en los campos de ABA y Biomed provenientes de EU, México y Puerto Rico. Lorna, es la madre de un niño de 4 años con autismo que ha progresado inmensamente con terapia ABA e intervención biomédica.
PT 2: Join Kerri Rivera, director of the DAN! clinic Autism02 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, & Lorna Ortiz, cofounder of Curando el Autismo, as they share more info about the upcoming Curando el Autismo-International Congress (ABA-Biomed) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Feb. 6 & 7, 2010, featuring over 10 speakers from the US, Mexico & Puerto Rico. Lorna is the mother of a 4-year-old boy who is moving forward with ABA and biomedical interventions for autism.
What are the disorders PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infection) and PITAND (Pediatric Infection-triggered Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders)? How are the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder, tic disorders, and Tourette's syndrome caused by PANDAS? What is the intersection between autism spectrum disorders and these illnesses? And, most importantly, what can we do? Join Teri for this fascinating discussion with Dr. Miroslav Kovacevic.
Is autism a medically relevant label? How do some doctors, researchers, and therapists look at this in a way that helps children lose the diagnosis of autism or move forward significantly in a way that improves health, safety, skills, and happiness for children and families? Join Teri and Sonja Hintz, RN, as they discuss what autism really is and interventions that help because they address the real underlying issues. Topics will include: biofilm, natural vs. prescription antifungals, detoxification issues, and the role of glutathione in the body.
Le exhortamos se unan a Kerri Rivera directora de la clínica DAN! Autism02 en Puerto Vallarta, México y a Lorna Ortiz, co-founder of Curando el Autismo, mientras hablan acerca del Congreso Internacional Curando el Autismo (ABA-Biomed) el cual se llevara a cabo los días 6 y 7 del 2010. El mismo traerá sobre 10 profesionales en los campos de ABA y Biomed provenientes de EU, México y Puerto Rico. Lorna, es la madre de un niño de 4 años con autismo que ha progresado inmensamente con terapia ABA e intervención biomédica.
Join Kerri Rivera, director of the DAN! clinic Autism02 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and Lorna Ortiz, co-founder of Curando el Autismo, as they talk about the upcoming Curando el Autismo-International Congress (ABA-Biomed) to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on February 6 and 7, 2010, featuring over 10 speakers from the US, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Lorna is the mother of a 4-year-old boy who is moving forward with ABA and biomedical interventions for autism.
Dr. Jeffrey Becker, OD, is the director of vision services of the Neurosensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania in Kingston and has been practicing as a primary care optometrist and specializing in vision rehabilitation since 1983. He is a member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, a DAN! practitioner, and a Certified Neurosensory Clinician. Dr. Becker and Teri will talk about how visual processing affects children on the autism spectrum and therapies that can help. Please visit www.keystonensc.com.
Saving Ben is the story of a father's determination to use educational and biomedical interventions and love to bring his son back from the symptoms of autism and guide him forward on the road of recovery. Dan Burns will share with Teri the struggles faced by Ben, Dan and Sue in navigating misinformation, misery, and the parental determination that moves a child forward. Please visit www.savingbenbook.com.
Although Daniel and Ruth Faiella were told that their beloved toddler would probably need to be put in an institution, they would not accept a prognosis of failure for a fulfilling life for their son, Matthew. Join Teri and author of Out of the Darkness, Daniel Faiella, to hear how the Faiella family moved their son forward on the road to recovery.
Heather Walker's son, Meki, was a normally developing child until age 3. Vaccinations caused his health and abilities to decline. Using only homeopathy, Heather, with Dr. Larry Malerba, was able to turn Meki's path around. Larry Malerba, DO, DHt, is a clinical assistant professor at New York Medical College, is board certified in homeotherapeutics, and is a frequent lecturer at Albany Medical College, Albany College of Pharmacy, and the SUNY Utica Nursing Program. He has held positions as president, vice president, and board member of various conventional and homeopathic organizations. Dr. Malerba runs the Guilderland Homeopathic Clinic.
Join Lauren Underwood, PhD, as she shares with Teri answers to the following questions: What is hyperbaric oxygen? What are the therapeutic principles of hyperbaric oxygen therapy? How can mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy help underlying conditions of autism? And more. Lauren Underwood, PhD, has a doctorate in biology. She is a senior staff scientist for SSAI, Inc., supporting NASA.
A diet out-of-sync with our make-up and nutritional needs has facilitated the rise of a plethora of chronic diseases including autism spectrum disorders. How are food choices affecting you and your child with ADD or ADHD? Join Teri and Chef Wendell for some lively and wholesome discussion. Please visit www.chefwendell.com.
In an unprecedented and historic move, Chris Christie put pen to paper in October and made an official campaign promise to citizens of New Jersey in support of vaccination choice. He further cemented his position on live radio with Don Imus by becoming the first gubernatorial candidate to utter the words vaccines, autism, and parental choice in the same sentence. After receipt of the official Christie campaign promise, vaccination choice and autism advocates mobilized in force. Vaccine choice supporters showed up in record numbers to cast their vote for Christie - and Christie won the election! Life Health Choices Founder Louise Kuo Habakus met with campaign leaders last December and kept the lines of communication open. Said Louise, “This election is a wake-up call to politicians nationwide. Vaccine choice belongs in the parents’ house, not the Statehouse or the White House.” Please visit www.lifehealthchoices.com. www.lifehealthchoices.com.
What would you do if your previously normal child suddenly refused to bathe, burst into fits of rage, slithered along walls, and wouldn't walk out the front door? Beth Maloney's son, Sammy, was diagnosed as an adolescent with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Tourette syndrome. Beth rejected the doctors' prognosis of lifelong mental illness and uncovered the cause: Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections. Following appropriate medical intervention, Sammy fully recovered. Please www.savingsammy.net .
Brian R. King is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Naperville, Illinois. He brings a unique threefold perspective to the world of Asperger's: Brian is the father of three sons on the autism spectrum, has a practice focusing exclusively on working with Asperger's clients and their families, and is also blessed with Asperger's himself. Brian is a popular author and conference presenter who has become known worldwide for his positive approach to living the Asperger's experience. Please visit www.Spectrumite.com.
Self-advocacy plays a vital role in nearly every aspect of life for an individual on the spectrum in school, at home, in the community and at work. The more self-awareness people on the spectrum possess, the more they can be players in advocating for their own comfort, happiness, and well-being. Teri will be joined by Valerie Paradiz, PhD, author of the new book titled The Integrated Self-Advocacy ISATM Curriculum: A Program for Teachers, Therapists and Students. Valerie and Teri will discuss the eleven units included in the curriculum, which cover scanning sensory and social environments, identifying how and when to self-disclose, exploring the history of autism, studying role models with ASD, developing media literacy on topics involving autism, and cultivating deep and focused interests for vocation and leisure time.
On September 22, we talked with Dr. Nancy Mullan about the use of psychoanalysis, then psychotropic drugs, then nutrition for psychotic thought disorder. In part two of this interview, Dr. Mullan and Teri will talk more about doctors and researchers who continued work in orthomolecular medicine in a way that has helped children with autism, ADD, and ADHD. The role of hormones and the endocrine system, and bacteria and neurological function, will also be covered relevant to autism spectrum disorders. Nancy Mullan, MD, practices nutritional medicine and psychiatry, treating children on the autism spectrum and adults with physiologically-based emotional disorders.
A diet out-of-sync with our make-up and nutritional needs has facilitated the rise of a plethora of chronic diseases including autism spectrum disorders. How are food colorings affecting your child with ADD or ADHD? Which multi-colored foods are good for you and your child and which are bad? (Hint: The good ones don't have a barcode or come in a box.) Teri will ask Chef Wendell these questions and more, and may even talk about some corporate giants that want to squash your healthful food and supplement choices. Please visitwww.chefwendell.com
Diet is foundational. A symptom that is caused by a food or a substance that an individual is ingesting will not resolve until that substance is removed. Additionally, nutritional therapies that include supplementation have provided many patients with a variety of profound disorders a degree of healing unheard of in mainstream practice, while generally avoiding the bizarre and often permanent side effects associated with long-term drug treatment. Join Teri for this fascinating discussion with Nancy Mullan, MD, who practices nutritional medicine and psychiatry, treating children on the autism spectrum and adults with physiologically-based emotional disorders.
Homeopathy has recovered children with autism and restored health. Cindy Griffin, DSH-P, DIHom, BME and Lindyl Lanham, DSH-P, BS Spec Ed of Homeopathy Center of Houston have seen and helped children on the spectrum who have had more challenging situations. What is sequential homeopathy? What is homotoxicology? How might it help your child? Can it address vaccine-related issues? Both Cindy and Lindyl have children who recovered from their diagnoses. Join Teri, Cindy, and Lindyl for a comprehensive discussion of this individualized therapeutic approach.
Teri is joined by National Autism Association President, Wendy Fournier, and Chairperson of the Board, Lori McIlwain. The National Autism Association is gearing up for a mass faxing/mailing/calling campaign that will cover community-wide autism issues on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 (09.09.09). Will you join them for a LOUD day of promoting change? With autism now affecting 1 in 100 children, it’s time to set aside polite requests and boldly ask our legislators, federal agencies, the media and the entire nation HOW MUCH LONGER? Visit www.nationalautismassociation.org/howmuchlonger.php . for information and samples of the messages to forward on 09-09-09 via an easy online advocacy system - The NAA Action Center - that will automatically send your messages to your legislators, federal health officials, and the media.
Susan Kratz, OTR, CST, Director, Special Therapies, and parent Stephanie Mauck will talk with Teri today about craniosacral therapy. What is it? What is the scientific basis undergirding its use to remedy anatomical and physiological malfunctions, and how does this apply in a practical day-to-day sense to improvements in mood, behavior, comfort, and academic success for children with autism? Sue Kratz has 26 years of occupational therapy experience as well as specializing in neurological rehabilitation and pediatrics. She holds specialized certification in sensory integration neurodevelopmental therapy for pediatrics and craniosacral therapy. Please visit www.specialtherapies.com.
On July 7, we talked with Lori McIlwain of the National Autism Association about restraint and seclusion of special ed students in schools. An NAA release cited that, in May of 2009, a government report listed 19 state governments that have yet to regulate the practices of restraint and seclusion in schools. The report also cited multiple cases of improper restraint and seclusion resulting in death, injury, and emotional trauma of children with varying disabilities. Lori returns with Dr. Roy Leonardi, Assistant Professor in the School of Education & Professional Studies, Department of Special Education, at Central Connecticut State University. How can we protect our children? How can we teach our teachers well?Please see also nationalautismassociation.org/abuse.php
Do you have any alternative options to allopathic medicine in caring for your child's medical needs? Naturopathic medicine is a medical system that focuses on natural remedies and the body's vital ability to heal and maintain itself. Dr. Barrett has been in practice in Orange County, California, since 2003 offering integrative medical care. Integrative medicine is a discipline that combines the best of both mainstream and natural therapies in one practice. She utilizes a variety of therapeutics including dietary and lifestyle counseling, herbal medicine, nutritional supplementation, and pharmaceutical prescriptions when needed. Dr. Barrett currently serves patients at the California Integrative Hyperbaric Clinic and Newport Integrative Health. Hear how you can move your child forward with a variety of options not offered by mainstream medicine. www.inaturalmedicine.com.
Auditory integration training (AIT) is an intervention developed by Dr. Guy Berard to correct or improve auditory hypersensitivity, distortions, and delays in the signals that interfere with an individual's ability to process auditory information normally. How does this affect your child's level of function in everyday life? What improvements might you see in many skill areas with AIT? How is it done? These and other questions will be addressed by Sally Brockett, MS, director of the IDEA Training Center in North Haven, Connecticut and a certified International Berard AIT Instructor/Practitioner.
This past spring, the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control declared a public health emergency after a new human-pig-bird hybrid influenza virus was identified in Mexico near a pig farm. The new swine flu virus is causing mostly mild symptoms similar to the regular flu. Congress has given drug companies several billion dollars to develop experimental swine flu vaccines that will contain genetically engineered flu viruses and novel oil-based adjuvants that have never been licensed in the U.S. These experimental flu vaccines are being fast- tracked with limited testing for public release and use this fall. CDC officials have announced that children ages 5 to 11 will be targeted first using school-based vaccination programs. There are many questions about the safety and effectiveness of these vaccines and whether new state public health laws will force vaccination and quarantine of Americans without informed consent. Please see www.NVIC.org
Dr. Lauren Underwood, the parent of a child recovering from autism, a health educator/biomedical consultant for families of autistic children, and a senior staff scientist for SSAI, Inc. supporting NASA, will review the published literature supporting biomedical interventions for autism. Study authors highlighted will include Drs. Harumi Jyonouchi, S. Jill James, Aristo Vojdani, Richard Deth, and Paul Ashwood.
This past spring, the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control declared a public health emergency after a new human-pig-bird hybrid influenza virus was identified in Mexico near a pig farm. The new swine flu virus is causing mostly mild symptoms similar to the regular flu. Congress has given drug companies several billion dollars to develop experimental swine flu vaccines that will contain genetically engineered flu viruses and novel oil-based adjuvants that have never been licensed in the U.S. These experimental flu vaccines are being fast- tracked with limited testing for public release and use this fall. CDC officials have announced that children ages 5 to 11 will be targeted first using school-based vaccination programs. There are many questions about the safety and effectiveness of these vaccines and whether new state public health laws will force vaccination and quarantine of Americans without informed consent. Please see www.NVIC.org.
From a National Autism Association release: In May of 2009, a government report listed 19 state governments that have yet to regulate the practices of restraint and seclusion in schools. The report also cited multiple cases of improper restraint and seclusion resulting in death, injury, and emotional trauma of children with varying disabilities. Lori McIlwain, NAA chairperson of the board, Phyllis Musumeci, founder of Families Against Restraint and Seclusion, and Sharon Boyd, founder of Parents in Action, join Teri for this discussion about the scope of the situation and what you can do. Please see also nationalautismassociation.org/abuse.php
Teri and her guest, Tom Bohager, discuss a full range of questions related to digestive and metabolic enzymes, with particular focus on how supplemental enzymes can help mitigate physiological deficits and impairments and aid in healing in autism. Tom, who is the author of the new book entitled Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes, as well as Enzymes: What the Experts Know, is one of the founders and serves as the president of Enzymedica, a nutritional supplement company that specializes in enzymes and enzyme therapy.
PartII: Lauren Underwood is a popular conference speaker covering a best practices model for treating autism, combining biomedical & ABA therapies to improve optimal outcomes. Given the significant volume of research on the outcomes of treatments based on the principles of applied behavior analysis, it is clear that ABA is a necessary treatment for children with autism. Research also supports a biomedical etiology for autism. While studies are being conducted to identify exact biomedical pathways and their scientific basis, case studies based upon practical applications of this research suggest that the likelihood of successful outcomes improves when biomedical interventions are concurrently used to treat medical comorbid conditions present in individuals diagnosed with autism. Dr. Underwood is the parent of a child recovering from autism and a health educator/biomedical consultant for families of autistic children. She is a senior staff scientist for SSAI, Inc. supporting NASA.
Betsy Hicks guest hosts in this interview with IEP mediation specialist and attorney, Byron Yaffe. Byron has mediated hundreds of special education cases covering a broad range of issue including disputes over placement, transition, staffing, safety, transportation and general adequacy of a multitude of IEPs. He has also taught mediation in universities and strongly advocates the use of a mediator prior to moving to due process.
Lauren Underwood is a popular conference speaker covering a best practices model for treating autism, combining biomedical & ABA therapies to improve optimal outcomes. Given the significant volume of research on the outcomes of treatments based on the principles of applied behavior analysis, it is clear that ABA is a necessary treatment for children with autism. Research also supports a biomedical etiology for autism. While studies are being conducted to identify exact biomedical pathways and their scientific basis, case studies based upon practical applications of this research suggest that the likelihood of successful outcomes improves when biomedical interventions are concurrently used to treat medical comorbid conditions present in individuals diagnosed with autism. Dr. Underwood is the parent of a child recovering from autism and a health educator/biomedical consultant for families of autistic children. She is a senior staff scientist for SSAI, Inc. supporting NASA.
So frequently, sensory processing disorders, including those in ADHD and autism, are addressed through a variety of behavioral and biochemical approaches; this can result in the significance of the biomechanical aspects of these conditions being underestimated. Experts state that if a cluster of irregular nervous system reflexes remain unaddressed they will prevent sustained long term improvement. Teri and chiropractor Charles Chapple will discuss the nervous system with its biomechanical relationships to the spine and cranium and the noninvasive approaches of chiropractic and craniosacral therapy for the benefit of individuals struggling with sensory processing concerns and retained primitive reflexes.
Lisa Lundy is the author of The Super Allergy Girl™ Allergy & Celiac Cookbook – From A Mother Who Knows™. Her gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-free cookbook is based on years of practical experience, baking and culinary expertise, and the motivation to have fantastic foods for her own three food-allergy children. Due to her premature birth, severe allergies, and other factors, the then predictable and heartbreaking future of Lisa’s third child, Anne, was to become unable to walk or talk, to become brain damaged, to have numerous seizures, to need a feeding tube and to have frequent hospitalizations. Lisa’s daughter has avoided all of these serious health issues and is the picture of a normal looking, chatty little girl due to the interventions Lisa and her husband have used. It has taken more than five years to move Anne from having no immune system and being severely malnourished (due to a malabsorption problem) to a child whose future looks bright.
Stuart Freedenfeld, MD is a Defeat Autism Now! physician and lecturer whose integrative medicine practice is located in Stockton, New Jersey. He became a diplomat of the Academy of Family Practice in 1978, and he is board-certified. Dr. Freedenfeld presently holds a position as clinical instructor with the Rutgers Medical School. Join Teri and Dr. Freedenfeld as they discuss a broad range of topics concerning treating children with autism spectrum disorders, including issues related to environmental toxins. Please visit: www.stocktonfp.com
Dayna Hebermehl was like most mothers who were gifted with a child who didn't fit in the traditional learning model. Struggling with severe speech delays, Dayna sought after answers to help her daughter, Bobbi, and came across a new way of medicine and a different way of thinking. Initially, both skepticism and fear kept her from embracing the change, but eventually she shifted her belief in her daughter's gift through her own awakening. Join guest host Betsy Hicks for this heartwarming story of how being open to change is the ultimate in healing.
Lisa Lundy is the author of The Super Allergy Girl™ Allergy & Celiac Cookbook – From A Mother Who Knows™. Her gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-free cookbook is based on years of practical experience, baking and culinary expertise, and the motivation to have fantastic foods for her own three food-allergy children. Due to her premature birth, severe allergies, and other factors, the then predictable and heartbreaking future of Lisa’s third child, Anne, was to become unable to walk or talk, to become brain damaged, to have numerous seizures, to need a feeding tube and to have frequent hospitalizations. Lisa’s daughter has avoided all of these serious health issues and is the picture of a normal looking, chatty little girl due to the interventions Lisa and her husband have used. It has taken more than five years to move Anne from having no immune system and being severely malnourished (due to a malabsorption problem) to a child whose future looks bright.
Lynette Louise is certified as an Option Process Mentor Counselor and a Child Facilitator (Autism Treatment Center of America). Lynette has been practicing the Option Process since 1997 and working with autism since 1983, when she first began adopting children (four of whom were diagnosed on the autism spectrum). Having helped hundreds of adults and children with a combination of playroom, dialog, and family dynamics counseling, in 2004 Lynette began using neurofeedback as an additional therapeutic modality. Lynette has successfully helped individuals with bipolar disorder, cerebral palsy, seizures, ADHD, sensory integration dysfunction, and much more. Deborah Portnoy is the talented artistic director of Mothers and Others on Autism, who has worked with Actors for Autism running a social skills group for adults with autism. Her son, through the help of Lynette Louise, has been greatly helped by neurofeedback.
Homeopathy has recovered children with autism and restored health. Cindy Griffin, DSH-P, DIHom, BME and Lindyl Lanham, DSH-P, BS Spec Ed of Homeopathy Center of Houston have seen and helped children on the spectrum who have had more challenging situations. What is sequential homeopathy? What is homotoxicology? How might it help your child? Can it address vaccine-related issues? Both Cindy and Lindyl have children who recovered from their diagnoses. Join Teri, Cindy, and Lindyl for a comprehensive discussion of this individualized therapeutic approach.
After the diagnosis, a parent's health and marriage may suffer as the intensive needs of their child must be addressed. Traditional marriage counselors are not equipped to address the unique issues that arise after a child has been diagnosed. Mary Romaniec offers advice for couples who are seeking a different perspective on how to overcome the toll autism has placed on their marriage. Mary Romaniec is mom to a recovered son and an author on the topics of IEP negotiation, marriage, and care for the caregiver. Join Teri and Mary for a very engaging and helpful hour!
Our magnificent bodies intuitively know how to be well. Unfortunately, toxicities and depleted nutrition has left our bodies challenged to maintain adequate levels of the nutrients necessary for optimal function. At the same time, we cannot underestimate the power of our thoughts and beliefs to affect our health in both positive and negative ways. Join guest host, Betsy Hicks as she discusses with her husband, medical doctor and pediatrician, Dr. John Hicks, ways to learn how to take control of your health through nourishing the body and healing the mind.
Join Teri as she asks Dr. Theoharides about the role of mast cells in autism and other conditions. Many ASD patients have a history of allergic symptoms and food intolerance, suggesting activation of mast cells, now recognized as master regulators of the immune system. Activation of intestinal and brain mast cells by immune, infectious, stress or toxic triggers could lead to gut-blood-brain-barrier disruption, permitting brain inflammation and autism. Theoharis Theoharides, MD, PhD, is a professor of pharmacology, internal medicine and biochemistry, and the director of the Laboratory of Molecular Immunopharmacology and Drug Discovery; Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Tufts University School of Medicine. This will be a fascinating and informative interview.
The Miracle Project is a musical theater and film program for children with autism and other special needs and their typically developing peers and siblings. Families, neighbors, and volunteers become part of this diverse, dynamic community. As profiled in HBO’s Emmy award-winning documentary, Autism: The Musical, The Miracle Project effectively integrates traditional therapies and creative protocols in an interactive, social dynamic. As part of its total inclusion principles, The Miracle Project offers AUTISM 360, an integrated mind/body/spirit program for families and friends living with autism, to help remove the isolation often associated with autism and foster an inspired community. Join our guest host, award-winning author Chantal Sicile- Kira, as she discusses this miracle-minded program with Elaine Hall (founder & creative director) and Diane Isaacs (co-founder & producer). www.themiracleproject.org.
The Law of Attraction is a Universal Law that simply says that we attract into our lives whatever we think about. But what about autism? How could our children have possibly chosen this life for themselves? What is their purpose and why, as parents, have we been given this challenge? Please join medical doctor and pediatrician, Dr. John Hicks, as guest host Betsy Hicks explores the topic of the greater picture of autism and the intense purpose it is serving. Dr. Hicks will also speak of how the art of allowing is an essential tool in your child's well-being.
Join Teri and guests Dr. John J. Cannell and Dr. Mayer Eisenstein as they discuss the role of vitamin D and vitamin D deficiency in autism. What is the role of estrogen and testosterone on vitamin D? How do vitamin D levels influence production of inflammatory cytokines in the brain? What is the influence of lack of sun exposure? What can we do to help? For answers to these questions and more, tune in.
Join Teri and guests Dr. John J. Cannell and Dr. Mayer Eisenstein as they discuss the role of vitamin D and vitamin D deficiency in autism. What is the role of estrogen and testosterone on vitamin D? How do vitamin D levels influence production of inflammatory cytokines in the brain? What is the influence of lack of sun exposure? What can we do to help? For answers to these questions and more, tune in.
The neurobiological study of autistic disorders has shown problems related to neural connectivity. EEG operant conditioning is a form of biofeedback in which behavioral modification of brain activity occurs. Data has shown success with this as a treatment for ADHD and seizure disorders. Rob Coben, PhD has been a licensed psychologist in the state of New York since 1994. He is the Director and Chief Neuropsychologist of a private clinic in NY, which is also an affiliated research site with NYU's Brain Research Lab. Dr. Coben is board-certified in EEG biofeedback and a Diplomat of the QEEG Certification Board. Join Dr. Coben and Teri for this interesting discussion about the importance of EEG assessment for autism spectrum disorders.
Guest host Betsy Hicks is back to interview Cheryl Steinberg, author of Becoming Cinderella: A Single Mother's Journey from Tatters to Triumph. Betsy and Cheryl will discuss Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), how the Specific Carbohydrate Diet - which helps so many children with autism - has helped Cheryl, and Cheryl's personal journey. EFT is an emotional, needle-free version of acupuncture that is based on new discoveries regarding the connection between your body's subtle energies, your emotions, and your health. Tune in for what promises to be a lively and interesting discussion.
Mom to a son with autism, Jackie Olson combined her career as a filmmaker with her passion for helping special needs children to create an occupational therapy (OT) DVD OT for Children with Autism, Special Needs and Typical. Jackie also created and produced: “OT in the Home,” “OT in the School,” and “Yoga for Children with Special Needs.” These are packed with ideas for parents along with demonstrations from Britt Collins, MS and the kids. Britt's OT DVD series won an award in 2008 from iParenting, a division of Disney. She has practiced in many settings including sensory integration clinics, schools, homes, and rehab and skilled nursing facilities. Britt has focused her career on sensory integration and how this affects children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, and sensory dysfunction. Tune in for this important information about how your child can be helped with OT and sensory integration therapy.
Ken Cook is the co-founder and president of the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a 501(c)(3) non-profit. According to EWG: We are at a tipping point where the pollution in people is increasingly associated with a range of serious diseases and conditions from childhood cancer, to autism, ADHD, learning deficits, infertility, and birth defects. Yet...the government has almost no authority to protect people from even the most hazardous chemicals on the market. Teri and Ken will discuss EWG's Kid-Safe Chemical Act. The EWG asserts that: ....pollution in people is the direct result of a statute that does not require chemicals to be proven safe to get on the market or stay on the market....The Kid-Safe Chemical Act will change all this through a fundamental overhaul of our nation's chemical regulatory law. Listen to this eye-opening interview about the toxins that are already in babies when they are born and what we must do to turn the toxic tide. Please visit www.ewg.org
TERI (Training, Education & Research Institute) is a private, non-profit agency serving the needs of children and adults with autism and other developmental and learning disabilities, as well as their families. The agency has been recognized as a model program in the State of California for the quality of services it provides to this population. Services include residential facilities, a center for arts and adult education, and an outdoor enrichment center. Host Teri Arranga will discuss this wonderful model that provides these very important services with TERI's CEO and Founder, Cheryl Kilmer, and TERI's Director of Education and Research, Dr. Krysti DeZonia. For more information about TERI, please visit www.teriinc.org
Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, DN-C, RH, is one of the foremost herbal experts in the field today. He has more than 25 years of experience with medicinal herbs. His interest in natural healing techniques developed because, as a child growing up in Oregon, he had a serious disorder and several serious illnesses. As a young adult, he studied a wide spectrum of physical and mental health care therapies from all over the world and was successfully healed. He focused especially on Ayurvedic medicine and on the therapeutic value of yoga, meditation, and other studies of consciousness. K.P. Khalsa is the author of several books on natural healing topics. He recently co-authored Herbal Defense, about the use of herbs for staying healthy in modern times. Teri will ask about the uses of herbs for gastrointestinal health, immune health, and cognition.
Kristin Selby Gonzalez and Teri discuss how Kristin moved her son, Jaxson, forward on the road of recovery using diet, biomedical treatment, sensory integration therapy, educational/behavioral therapy, and POSITIVE ATTITUDE! Kristin is trained in Son-Rise and the Alert Program, certified in the Wilbarger Protocol, a bone conduction provider for The Listening Program, and Director of Autism Education for Enzymedica. Join Teri and Kristin for this encouraging edition!
Betsy Hicks returns to VoiceAmerica to host this week's program Letting Go. Betsy is the owner of Elementals Living and co-founder, with her husband, John Hicks, MD, of Pathways Medical and Holistic Health Center. She supports modalities that blend natural medicine with customized nutrition and with emotional peace. As a strong advocate of the Law of Attraction, Betsy speaks about her lessons in letting go of her expectations of autism and creating balance in not only her life, but in the lives of her children, as well. She has organized a collaboration of her favorite speakers to create a conference in January for parents who need to let go of anger and create joy. Join Betsy as she walks you through the foundation of living with passion.
Dr. Andrew Wakefield, MB BS FRCS FRCPath, is an academic gastroenterologist who has published over one hundred thirty original scientific articles, book chapters, and invited scientific commentaries. Dr. Wakefield serves as the Executive Director of Thoughtful House Center for Children in Austin, Texas. Thoughtful House aims to provide a research-oriented, integrated biomedical and educational approach. Teri and Dr. Wakefield will discuss a broad range of topics including immunologic, metabolic, and pathologic changes occurring in inflammatory bowel diseases such as autistic enterocolitis, links between intestinal disease and neurologic injury in children, and the possible relationship of these conditions to environmental causes, such as childhood vaccines. Teri will also ask about how to remediate existing damage and prevent damage in the future. Please visit: www.thoughtfulhouse.org
Aristo Vojdani, PhD and Teri talked about components of the immune system, autoimmunity, natural killer cell activity, and more in Part 1 of this interview on December 2. Part 2 will continue with dietary factors in autoimmunity. Drawing on the topics highlighted in both shows, what clinicians can do to help children will be discussed. Aristo Vojdani, PhD is the Founder, CEO and Director of Research and Development at Immunosciences Lab., Inc., where he explores the development of novel techniques for the diagnosis of immune disorders, as well as the role of infectious agents, xenobiotics and dietary proteins in neuroimmune disorders. Among Dr. Vojdani's 100+ publications in scientific journals we find: Infections, toxic chemicals and dietary peptides binding to lymphocyte receptors and tissue enzymes are major instigators of autoimmunity in autism, in the International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology.
Aristo Vojdani, PhD is the Founder, CEO and Director of Research and Development at Immunosciences Lab., Inc., where he explores the development of novel techniques for the diagnosis of immune disorders, as well as the role of infectious agents, xenobiotics and dietary proteins in neuroimmune disorders. Among Dr. Vojdani's 100+ publications in scientific journals we find: Infections, toxic chemicals and dietary peptides binding to lymphocyte receptors and tissue enzymes are major instigators of autoimmunity in autism, in the International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology, Antibodies against central nervous system antigens in autism: possible cross-reaction with dietary proteins and infectious agent antigens, in Neuropsychiatric Disorders, and Low natural killer cell cytotoxic activity in autism: The role of glutathione, IL-2 and IL-15, in the Journal of Neuroimmunology. Join Teri and Dr. Vojdani for this fascinating discussion of the immune system and autism.
Stuart Freedenfeld, MD is a Defeat Autism Now! physician and lecturer whose integrative medicine practice is located in Stockton, New Jersey. He became a diplomat of the Academy of Family Practice in 1978, and he is board-certified. Dr. Freedenfeld presently holds a position as clinical instructor with the Rutgers Medical School. Join Teri and Dr. Freedenfeld as they discuss a broad range of topics concerning treating children with autism spectrum disorders, including issues related to environmental toxins. Please visit: www.stocktonfp.com.
Sarah Clifford Scheflen, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a practicing speech language pathologist who specializes in providing therapy to children, including children with autism spectrum disorder and other pervasive developmental disorders. Sarah works in a clinic at a major research university in Los Angeles, California and also has a private practice. While working with children, Sarah uses a variety of techniques, including video modeling, to teach speech and language, social and other pragmatic and play skills. One of her clients is Evan, Jenny McCarthy's son, who has made significant progress using the techniques incorporated in teach2talk™ products. Teach2Talk, LLC, founded by Jenny McCarthy and Sarah Clifford Scheflen, produces educational resources for children which target core speech and language, play and social skills using techniques including video modeling. Please visit www.teach2talk.com.
Dr. James Partington is the director of Behavior Analysts, Inc. (www.behavioranalysts.com). He is a licensed psychologist and board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) who has more than 30 years experience working with children with developmental disabilities. His expertise is in language-based intervention with children who are experiencing language delays as a result of autism and other related developmental disorders. Dr. Partington is the co-founder of a school that specializes in language-based instruction for children with autism (STARS School) and has helped several public school systems establish similar classrooms within their own districts. Dr. Partington has published several papers on teaching strategies for children with disabilities. Additionally, he has co-authored with Dr. Mark L. Sundberg the book, Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities.
Dr. Derrick MacFabe et al. authored the study entitled Neurobiological effects of intraventricular propionic acid in rats: Possible role of short chain fatty acids on the pathogenesis and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders. Dr. MacFabe's research examines a panel of gut-bacterial metabolic products (short-chain fatty acids) associated with antibiotic-associated diarrhea. His work further explores the ability of these products to produce neuroinflammatory, epigenetic, and behavioral changes similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorders. Dr. MacFabe is Director and Assistant Professor, Departments of Psychology (Neuroscience) & Psychiatry (Division of Developmental Disabilities), Kilee Patchell-Evans Autism Research Group, University of Western Ontario. Join Teri and Dr. MacFabe for this fascinating discussion.
On October 16th the Vaccination Choice Rally, organized by Louise Kuo Habakus and the NJ Coalition for Vaccination Choice (www.njvaccinationchoice.org), was held in Trenton, NJ. Barbara Loe Fisher, President and Co-founder of the National Vaccine Information Center (www.NVIC.org) looked out over three generations. The NVIC was founded in 1982 and her book, A Shot in the Dark, was published almost two decades ago. Barbara will detail the science with regard to how bioactive pertussis toxin and endotoxin, as well as other potentially toxic ingredients, could contribute to developmental delays. Barbara will talk about infectious diseases and describe the rise in chronic disease and disability in children the past 25 years as the number of doses of vaccines more than doubled. Louise Kuo Habakus is concerned about both the ethics of mass- and forced-vaccination policies and how citizens can develop grassroots movements to maintain health-freedom rights for themselves and their children.
Broadcast Description UnavailableTeri and her guest, Tom Bohager, discuss a full range of questions related to digestive and metabolic enzymes, with particular focus on how supplemental enzymes can help mitigate physiological deficits and impairments and aid in healing in autism. Tom, who is the author of the new book entitled Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes, as well as Enzymes: What the Experts Know, is one of the founders and serves as the president of Enzymedica, a nutritional supplement company that specializes in enzymes and enzyme therapy.
How can we use magnetoencephalography (MEG) to answer questions about the brain in autism, particularly with regard to reorganization of the auditory language perception pathway? What do we know about seizures? Have we made advances in understanding mitochondrial dysfunction in autism? Join Teri and her guest, Dr. Richard Frye, Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurology, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, for a wide-ranging survey of these important topics.
Award-winning author of multiple autism books, Chantal Sicile-Kira joins Teri on the release date of Autism Life Skills: From Communication and Safety to Self-Esteem and More -- 10 Essential Abilities Every Child Needs and Deserves to Learn. Written for every person with autism, regardless of impairment level, this book covers life skills such as: safety, communication, self-esteem, social relationships, self-advocacy, and earning a living. Chantal's experience with autism spectrum disorders, which spans well over a decade as both a professional and parent, shines through, as do the reflections and advice from others on the spectrum. Join Chantal and Teri for this discussion filled with empowering and practical advice for affected individuals, families, and those who serve them. Please also visit: www.chantalsicile-kira.com.
Teri is joined by her guests from the UK: Jon Tommey, Managing Director of The Autism Clinic; Polly Tommey, Editor-in-Chief of The Autism File magazine and founder of The Autism Trust; and Oliver Jones, Chairman of The Autism Trust. Jon will address a broad range of biomedical topics and success stories concerning children who have improved. Teri will talk with Polly about The Autism File, including why it was started and the need for it, as well as conditions in the UK and elsewhere. Oliver will introduce listeners to The Autism Trust, a registered charity that supports adults on the spectrum, with a mission that includes the creation and operation of high quality residential care facilities.
Nancy O’Hara, MD is board certified in both general pediatrics and developmental pediatrics. She dedicates her practice to the integrative care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and serves on the Defeat Autism Now! Executive Council. Jane Johnson is the Director of Defeat Autism Now! In Part II, Teri and Dr. O’Hara continue to discuss a broad range of physiological issues underlying autism and interventions that have helped children. Teri and Jane Johnson will discuss the criteria for being a Defeat Autism Now! physician and the wonderful information that physicians receive at Defeat Autism Now! Clinician Seminars. Established for many years, Defeat Autism Now! Clinician Seminars teach practitioners the nuts and bolts of caring for the medical problems of children with autism.
The National Autism Association (NAA) provides many greatly helpful programs, informational resources, and advocacy efforts for children and families. Officers Rita Shreffler, Wendy Fournier, and Ann Brasher and Board Vice-Chairperson, Lori McIlwain, join Teri to talk about: the National Autism Conference, November 13-16 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; the Elias Tembenis Walk for Autism; NAA's Helping Hand Program; FOUND, an autism safety initiative, and the need for an Alert system; and the Fam1ly F1rst program. For more information about NAA's National Autism Conference, visit www.nationalautismconference.org.
Nancy O’Hara, MD is board certified in both general pediatrics and developmental pediatrics. She dedicates her practice to the integrative care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and serves on the Defeat Autism Now! Executive Council. Teri and Dr. O’Hara will discuss a broad range of physiological issues underlying autism and interventions that have helped children.
Teri talks with Kerri Rivera, DAN! Mexico and the Autism O2 Center, and Laurie Mawlam, Executive Director of Autism Canada, about the situation for children with autism in Canada and Mexico. What are the conditions like both with regard to services and financially for families? Laurie and Kerri will discuss biomedical and other interventions they have seen help effect improvement and recovery, especially on a low budget, and the foundational role of diet – including common ingredients that slow down healing.
Teri and guests James Bouder of Pennsylvania and Cynthia Macluskie of Arizona discuss how parents can work on insurance legislation in their state to help pay for services for children with autism. Cynthia, whose son, Mark, is recovered, will share information about the biomedical and other interventions that helped him. James will share how ABA has moved his son, Donovan, forward.
Sonja Hintz, RN, BSN of Parentsview, LLC and True Health Medical Center, where she works with Dr. Anju Usman, joins Teri for this encouraging discussion. Through the use of a therapeutic diet, homeopathy, herbs, vitamins, essential oils, and chelation, in addition to many other therapies, Sonja’s son has made a recovery. For the last 10 years, she has applied what she has learned to help other children improve their quality of life. Professionally, Sonja has worked as a public health, psychiatric and neonatal intensive care nurse. Sonja will also talk about interpreting lab tests that may be helpful in the management of physical and behavioral symptoms associated with the autism spectrum, reviewing common tests ordered by practitioners, and correlating symptoms, test findings, and treatment options.
On the release date of this very important book, Teri is joined by the authors of Poisoned Profits, Philip and Alice Shabecoff. Philip was chief environmental correspondent for the New York Times for 14 years; Alice is a freelance journalist and former executive director of the National Consumers League. Mark and Elise Blaxill, parents of a child with autism who are interviewed in Poisoned Profits, will also participate in this highly informative discussion. Many advocates worldwide know Mark for his important work in autism research. Poisoned Profits unveils alarming facts correlating the rate of disease among America’s youth with toxic environmental exposures. This book is a meticulously researched, well-written and easy-to-read, no holds barred account of industrial polluters, obstructionism, and the epidemic of children’s chronic illnesses, including autism.
What are the areas in the brains of children with autism that process language? Are they the same as in persons without autism? Are they the same for non-verbal children and high-functioning children with ASD? How can we use functional MRI (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), and magnetoencephalography (MEG) to answer these questions? And, most importantly, how can we apply this knowledge to practical treatment applications to elicit language? Join Teri and guests, Dr. Harry Schneider, Associate Research Scientist, Functional MRI Research Center of Columbia University, and Dr. Richard Frye, Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurology, University of Texas-Houston Medical School, for this fascinating discussion.
How can Growing Up Green help your child? Teri interviews Deirdre Imus, Founder and President of the Deirdre Imus Environmental Center for Pediatric Oncology® at Hackensack University Medical Center and Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Imus Cattle Ranch for Kids with Cancer. Deirdre is the author of the newest book in the Green This! Series, Growing Up Green, Baby and Child Care. This New York Times bestseller is a practical family guide to raising children in an ever-increasing toxic world, as is the 2007 New York Times bestseller, Green This! Volume 1: Greening Your Cleaning, which offers a wealth of insights and expertise for protecting families from harmful chemicals. In this eye-opening interview, Teri and Dierdre talk about why Growing Up Green is so important, as well as Dierdre’s tireless and influential advocacy efforts on behalf of the autism community and all children everywhere. Please visit www.dienviro.com
The topic of this exciting debut program hosted by Teri Arranga centers on a recovered child, Adriana Mancini, and the team approach used to help her. Featured are: Adriana’s doctor, Jeffrey Bradstreet, MD, covering biomarker targeted intervention; mother, Jacquie Mancini, talking about Adriana’s treatments, the on-going work of the parent, and the parent-physician partnership, as well as the Peer Pal program; Alanna Apap, BCBA; and teacher, Kim Brown, talking about approaches and observations of school staff and therapists. This will be an information-packed hour!
Betsy speaks of her journey through autism, her struggle with peace and her ultimate decision to accept and move on.
Join Betsy as she approaches the one of the biggest challenges of a parenthood....picky eating! Learn tips on dealing with extreme picky eaters. How to handle social situations and how to get them to take a bite.
Rob Ocker and Betsy Hicks will review The 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment and demonstrate how to put these abilities into action. The 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment, designed and created by Rob Ocker, are a curriculum of ideas focus of positive character to teach higher concepts in organizations, families, schools and corporations. The purpose of the 7 Abilities of emPOWERment are to expand the heart of successful systems by focusing on wisdom rather than knowledge. The 7 Abilities are attributes of an emPOWERed human. These abilities command a level of awareness, mindfulness and action. These abilities are about claiming and holding personal and professional power. The 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment are a new language, for a new time for a new you. EmPOWER yourself today!
With the last of the 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment Series featuring IntegriABILITY, Betsy Hicks and Rob Ocker align all the ABILITIES of EMPOWERMENT together with integrity. The dialogue will help listeners to BE who they are, act with authenticity and align with personal and professional emPOWERment. Examples and tools will be delivered to help understand IntegriABILITY and how to use this wisdom.
Discover through the 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment Series - SensABILITY. Learn how to be mindful and fully embrace the senses and integrate all brain, body and heart intelligences. Besty Hicks and Rob Ocker continue the dialogue on EmPOWERment and how to be smart in many ways.
Rob Ocker, author, professional school guidance counselor and motivational speaker will continue to discuss his curriculum of the 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment Series featuring PossiABILITY. In this dialogue, Besty Hicks and Rob Ocker will help you EmPOWER yourself and others with tool and tips focusing on life how it could be, rather than how it should be where anything is possible.
Tom Bohager, president of Enzymedica, shares with Betsy what's new in the world of digestive enzymes. New products being released this summer add to the versitality of Enzymedica's fantastic line of enzymes for both adults and children.
Anutza Bellissimo, is a Certified Anger Management Facilitator, Educator, and Executive Coach in psycho-education, communication skills, Emotional Intelligence, stress management and anger management, and she’s the author of A Woman’s Guide to Transforming Anger & Stress into Personal Power & Success.
When parents begin their journey through autism, there is a necessary need that goes beyond monthly support groups and doctors and therapy appointments. The need is for the parents to be given the tools to assist their children on a healing path. Pam Ferro is a nurse specializing in the treatment of adults and children with developmental disabilities that is setting up a center in Massachusetts that provides this type of support. Pam will also talk with us about the need to start preparing for adults with autism and how we can support them with jobs and housing opportunities. Betsy will also discuss with Pam the role of diet in healing our children and ourselves.
Betsy welcomes international speaker, writer and teacher for The Son-Rise Program, Raun Kaufman. Raun was diagnosed with autism at the age of 18 months and his parents created the innovative and child-centered program that is the bases of the The Son-Rise Program today. As the CEO of The Options Institute, Raun's dynamic personality educates thousands around the globe on breaking through to the withdrawn children with autism.
Join Betsy and Radical Forgiveness coach, Stacy Whetlow on the power of forgiveness. Two months ago, Stacy challanged Betsy to partake in a Radical Forgiveness session. Learn how this session changed Betsy's life and how she is using her new healing tools in everyday life.
Join this simplified discussion on the role of methylation and how the deficiency of B12 can lead to many common ailments and neurotransmitter blockage. Expert physicians, Dr. Ron Guilford, founder of Redisorb, and Dr. John Hicks talks about B12 sprays and the importance of supporting dexification during the methylation process. Betsy, Dr. Guilford, and Dr. Hicks also discuss a recent study on the benefits of melatonin for use as an antioxidant and a sleep aid.
Dr. Fine has incorporated his passion and professional singing and songwriting musical skills into the public educational programs of the Intestinal Health Institute. The first of these is Get on a Mission of Nutrition, a multimedia educational campaign that teaches children healthier lifestyles. Join us as Betsy and Dr. Fine discuss how lifestyle habits can be optimally impacted through education.
There are 7 chakras. Each chakra contains a universal life lesson that must be learned so we can evolve into higher states of consciousness. If these issues are not addressed, the energy becomes blocked and the pattern keeps repeating itself. Lydia's work is about transforming these issues into creative power and infinite possibilities.
Join Betsy and her guest, guidance counselor, Rob Ocker, as they continue their series on the 7 Abilities of Empowerment. Today's show focuses on how we interconnect in our families and create solid relationships.
Join Betsy and her guest, guidance counselor, Rob Ocker, as they continue their series on the 7 Abilities of Empowerment. Today's show focuses on the ability to accept change and acceptance into your life.
Betsy and her guest, Joanne Lara discuss Autism Movement Therapy®. AMT combines structured movement with music connecting the left & right hemispheres of the brain for a whole brain” cognitive re-mapping approach. This innovative and creative new approach is the perfect solution for working with your child or student and assisting in the way that they interact with their peers, works in groups, and perform academically in the classroom.
Ms Lara is the founder of Autism Movement Therapy ®, a successful innovative movement and music strategy technique integrating movement and music to unlock and increase communication skills and cognitive awareness in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Living from the Heart is a non profit organization that provides alternative wellness options to those with physical, psychological or emotional challenges. They have taken over 2500 people on wellness awareness trips, highlighted by swimming with dolphins. Learn how swimming with these magnificent animals can increase motivation, attention span, gross & fine motor skills, speech and language. Join Betsy as she speaks with the founder of Living from the Heart as well as a father who witnessed the difference in his son after a dolphin experience.
Pediatrician's Dr. Gene Nathan and Dr. John Hicks discuss the stresses of motherhood and the concern of a parent's health when they are a primary care-giver for a special needs child. Identifying the importance of self-love, spousal love, and motherly love and how the relationships need to blend in order to create harmony.
Join school guidance counselor and author Rob Ocker as we continue our series on The 7 ABILITIES of Empowerment This weeks show focuses on respecting our children, our parents and ourselves.
Matthew Dunning is a Speech Language Pathologist who has specialized and has been working in the augmentative communication field for over 12 years. Representing Talk to Me Technologies, Matt works with clients one on one to help determine which communication device will best suit their needs. Learn about the latest in augmentive communication devices such as the remarkable, Tango!, as well as information on device insurance reimbursement.
In today's show, Radical Forgiveness Coach, Stacy Whetlow will be defining what Radical Forgiveness is. She will share and offer insights into how the events that have caused us the most pain in our lives can be transformed through forgiveness.
Please join Betsy and her guests Elaine Berkley and Kim Yamamoto as they discuss the benefits of having an advocate for your family. Elaine and Kim have extensive experience in advocacy and understand that it is particularly confusing and stressful to navigate the various federal, state and local organizations in health, education and government. For more information go to www. frogslanding.org
Hungry for something different? Betsy and chef, Sueson Vess talk about great recipes and meal ideas that will ad a creative spin to your holiday and everyday menu. Healthy breakfasts, lunches, dinners, desserts and snacks ideas with some recipes and some shortcuts. If you follow any type of special diet, you won't want to miss this show!
Please join Betsy and Michael Chylewski Senior VP of Worldwide Operations and Certified Trainer Specialist as they discuss Care Trak, what it is and how it works. Children with Autism can have a tendency to wander off and it is every caregiver's nightmare that someday they will vanish without a trace. It is because of this nightmare that the Care Trak line of equipment has been developed. For more information on Care Trak go to www.caretrak.com
Join Betsy, John Hicks, MD, and Dr. Guilford from Readisorb as they discuss the benefits of glutathione and how Readisorb is the only oral glutathione that is absorbed in a usable form and not broken down by the intestinal cells. For More information on Glutathione and Readisorb go to www.readisorb.com
Be sure to join Betsy as she and her guest Stephen Lewis discuss the marvelous results he has had after putting children with Autism on the AIM’s program. Discover the difference between healing and the medical trio of diagnosing, treating and, hopefully, curing. Don’t miss our wonderful guest Stephen Lewis the founder of EMC2 and the co-author of the novel Sanctuary: The Path to Consciousness. Stephen has dedicated his life to the discovery of energetic possibilities in the development of human consciousness and well-being. For more information go to www.energeticmatrix.com/ScholarshipPrograms.shtml
Join Betsy and her guest Tom Bohager president of Enzymedica as they discuss the benefits of enzymes for children with Autism. Enzymedica's entire focus and purpose is enzymes. They are the enzyme experts and are dedicated to providing you with superior quality enzymes at the most therapeutic levels. It is their determination to provide well researched, well documented information in order to educate consumers of the benefits of enzymes in maintaining and promoting optimal health. For more information go to www.enzymedica.com
Nutrition Consultant and author , Julie Matthews, explains that special diets can help children with autism. There is scientific rationale for nutrition and dietary intervention which parents' rate as the most effective category of treatment options for autism. Join Betsy as she discuss Julie's book, Nourishing Hope and the impact Jenny McCarthy has had on dietary interventions.
Guest and guidance counselor, Rob Ocker, returns to explore more on the 7 Abilities of emPOWERment. This week, Betsy and Rob discuss responsABILITY and how to strengthen this ability with both our children and ourselves as parents.
Join Betsy and her guests Deb Wills and Debra Martin Koma as they speak of their new book that assists families with special needs in going to Disneyworld. Whether you choosing a quick weekend getaway or the trip of a life-time, you'll undoubtedly enjoy the many tips and ideas to build a successful vacation!
Please join Lindsay Kenny, Master EFT Practitioner and Jocelyn Cochrane as they help you to understand how EFT works. After learning how to use EFT you will be able to apply it to yourself to dissipate many of life's emotional and physical challenges such as anger, frustration, stress, anxiety, fear, grief, chronic pain, and more. You can't possibly comprehend the power of this extraordinary process until you have experienced it yourself. It only takes a few minutes to learn the basics and to start reaping the benefits of this amazing tool that can change your life! Lindsay’s website www.lifecoachingwithlindsay.com
Richard Gordon, Founder of Quantum-Touch, best selling author and impassioned promoter of Life-Force Science is dedicated to showing us all how powerful energy healing can be. Quantum-Touch is easy to learn, regardless of your age, culture, religion or belief system.
Join Betsy and Author/Chef, Sueson Vess, as they discuss new studies and great information on our food. Whether or not you're following a Gluten and Casein-Free Diet, you can learn how everything that you or your child eats will ultimate effect health and recovery.
Based the Rob's revolutionary teaching method of, The 7 Abilities of Empowerment, Rob uses these tools to support, strengthen and nourish our teenagers. These are methods that teach teenagers of all abilities by expanding the heart of successful systems by focusing on wisdom rather than knowledge.
Why are doctors so quick to prescribe medication? Dr. John Hicks and his associate Beth Van De Boom will discuss how doctors are trained and how they are expected to treat. Learn about the root of many illnesses from how they form to natural ways to treat them.
How strongly do your emotions control your health? Find out how parental guilt, childhood trauma, and choices we make each day effect our current state of health. Learn about how the law of attraction can bring illness into your life and how it can also be as your greatest healing tool.
Singer songwriter Mark Pierce has created a rockin' CD that while played in the bathroom, teaches the listener step-by-step instructions for showering and brushing their teeth.
Music therapist Cathy Bollinger has been writing children's social story songs for 20 years. Her CD My Turn Your Turn was a collaborative effort with a mother of a child with aspergers, who need help engaging her son in manners and daily social skills.
Gene Hurwin has over 25 years of experience in gymnastics instruction. After completing OT school in 1999, Gene began to develop the “BIG FUN method,” an incorporation of occupational therapy principles with gymnastics instruction for the purpose of improving the quality of life for special needs children. Gene is continually raising the bar for his staff members and the children in his program, challenging both groups to reach their potential and find new avenues to growth.
Dr. John DeMartini is a world leading inspirational speaker and author at the forefront or the burgeoning personal and professional development industry. At the age of seven he was told he had a learning disability and would never read, write or communicate. Join Betsy Hicks and Dr. DeMartini as they discuss how he overcame his disability, and how he became a teacher, healer and philosopher. www.drdemartini.com
Pediatrician, Dr. John Hicks, will discuss the wide range of benefits of Glutathione and warnings on the best way to use it. Glutathione assists throughout the body in ridding heavy metals and posting brain power, but absorption ability is extremely delicate. Don't waste your money on glutathione that is worthless. Learn tips to selecting maximum potency glutathione and how to take it in order to intensify it's potential.
Join nutrition and special diet experts Betsy Hicks and her guest Sueson Vess as they discuss the upcoming Autism One 2007 Conference, which will feature over 100 speakers, 5 tracks, workshop/roundtable discussion groups, an IEP Law Day, the inaugural Autism One Arts Festival, and more!
Mary Coyle worked in a pest management firm. After her son was diagnosed with ASD, she believed the chemically toxic environment acted as a primary agent in his diagnosis. Remarkable progress began during a homeopathic detoxification program based upon homeotoxicology. Mary obtained a diploma in homeopathy and counsels families with ASD children on how to use a low-potency homeopathic detox program to remove toxic body burden. Homotoxicology safely removes pathogens and xenobiotics, without negatively impacting the active immunity. This therapy removes blockages of the ASD child through the use of nosodes, drainage remedies and sarcodes, facilitating the self-healing mechanism. This restoration towards greater health creates more efficient detoxification pathways and neuronal migration for better sensory integration. Homotoxicology works synergistically with many DAN! protocols and their complementary therapies. Join Betsy and Mary as they discuss how to carefully detox your child.
A small but powerful group of U.S. senators is poised to force legislation on Americans that would severely restrict and possibly deny your access to critical medications. Under this legislation, federal regulators, not your doctor, will decide what medicines you or your child can take, when compounded medicines are needed, and which ones your doctor can prescribe. Tune in to hear how you can help protect you child’s and family’s access to crucially helpful and healthier forms of many of these types of items. Betsy welcomes the following guests to todays show: Marcy Kelly, VP of Sales and Marketing, Wedgewood Pharmacy, and mom to Dylan, diagnosed with autism at age two and who has improved marvelously; Joshua Wenderoff, consultant to the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists; Wendy Fournier, president, National Autism Association; and a pharmacist -specially trained in the Defeat Autism Now protocol - from Wellness Pharmacy
Betsy gives advice on planning a vacation with your special needs child. Show topics include: Planning where and when to go on a family vacation. Learn great travel destinations for children with special needs. How to handle dietary challenges. Fun activities to consider and making the trip enjoyable for each member of your family.
Betsy and Rob Ocker will cover topics including: A Shift in Consciousness and Parenting: Do you see what the children see…Unlocking the perspective of brilliance. Instead of seeing our children as different or flawed or allowing them to fall through the cracks just because they don’t fit our perceptions, we must embrace them, nurture them, and encourage them to share their gifts with us. The Children Bring a Sacred Message: We must honor our children! These are evolved human beings with a sacred message that reminds us of who we are and where we are going. They require parents, teachers, and families to deeply listen and help them to best affect change in our educational, political and corporate systems. To the children their abilities are their reality, their norm. It is society that stigmatizes our children and labels them as different. We must prepare a safe place for our children to be Who They Are…in a world in which their time is come to help us to remember who We Are.
Matt Sison, C.Ht. is an internationally recognized hypnotherapist who serves as a mentor to hypnotherapists worldwide. Matt applies compassion, understanding, and a deep passion for the work that helps individuals make profound and positive shifts in their lives, successfully helping people with issues including chronic illness and pain. Matt’s lectures include advanced uses of hypnotherapy to overcome illnesses and life challenges, including lectures for The Cancer Hope Foundation and Easter Seals. Betsy and Matt will discuss techniques to help create a peaceful lifestyle in the home, which translates into improved well-being for both children and parents. They will explain using the Law of Attraction to help move your child (and yourself) forward on the road of healing with your positive thoughts and actions. Matt and Betsy will also talk about EFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques, providing thousands with relief from pain, diseases and emotional issues.
Sueson Vess is the author of Special EATS: Simple, Delicious Solutions for Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Cooking (http://www.specialeats.com). Sueson is a chef and food coach who teaches meal planning, cooking and effective shopping. Conditions she addresses include: celiac disease, autism spectrum disorders, and multiple food allergies. Join Betsy and Sueson as they discuss the new edition of Special EATS and share culinary tips for you and your special little eater!
Bill O'Hanlon is a psychotherapist and author who was a developer of Solution-Oriented Therapy and a founder of Possibility and Inclusive Therapies. He has written over 20 books and has appeared on Oprah. Bill and Betsy will talk about how to pull away from the Why Me? destructive thoughts about dealing with autism, instead moving towards creating positive thoughts and healing intentions. http://www.billohanlon.com/
Perplexed about what to cook for your youngster with ADHD or Autism? Dana Godbout Laake of Dana Laake Nutrition (www.danalaake.com), co-author of The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook & Guide, shares tips and tastes! Dana Godbout Laake is a Licensed Nutritionist providing preventive and therapeutic medical nutrition services. Working in partnership with patients and their health care professionals, Dana Laake Nutrition utilizes an individualized approach in evaluation and treatment. Recommendations address the specific goals of each patient and are based on medical and family history, conditions, lifestyle, medications, diet, supplementation, physical evaluation, and laboratory testing. Tune in as Betsy and Dana share how to make cooking friendly for mom, dad, and the kids.
Heart of Sailing provides recreational therapy programs, including free weekly Daysails in various regions across the US. Although alternative forms of therapy such as art and music therapy, as well as horseback riding, have become widely accepted in the last few years, sailing is a unique environment for participants. Sailing encourages abstract thought and teamwork, develops problem-solving skills, and ultimately helps one learn patience and self-respect. The experience of sailing is not limited to the physical, although for many participants, it is their first opportunity to enjoy the unique sensations associated with sailing: the feel of the wind, the movement of the waves, the sounds as the boat cuts through the water, all of which are stimulating and exhilarating. Join Betsy Hicks and George Saidah as they discuss this delightful form of therapy for children with autism and other disabilities, and visit www.heartofsailing.org.
Barbara T. Doyle is a nationally known teacher, consultant, trainer, presenter and author of “Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z”. She is known for her passionate approach to presenting practical and realistic solutions for everyday issues at home, school, work and social situations. Barbara shares with Betsy wonderful advice on working with schools and creating a loving and functional environment.
Join Betsy in this very special interview with visionary artist, singer, and songwriter Shirley Levi. From Shirley Levi's website: I've made it my mission to use the undeniable power of MUSIC and ART to reach out to all people and help raise awareness about autism. I've learned much by working with such special people and feel that music and art can best portray their special qualities and spirit. They deserve to have a voice. I choose to focus on their abundance of beauty and special qualities rather than focusing on their social disabilities because that is what shines through in my eyes. Tune in for an hour of special thoughts and song.
An outstanding speech language therapist, Angie Knight elicited phrases from Betsy’s 13-year old son within one day of working with him. No matter how old the child, Angie tries to promote more language. Hear Betsy and Angie on this program sure to give many parents hope for their children.
Truly one of the pioneers of autism, hear how Betsy and Cindy Schneider discuss Cindy’s path in creating an autism treatment center. Cindy has great advice for all families who may be starting treatments and are confused as to the order in which to do them in.
What tests are used in the course of intervention for autism spectrum disorders? What is each test used for? How does your child’s doctor interpret the results? Hear Dr. John Furlong and Betsy describe one of the most comprehensive and specific genetic tests offered today.
Supplements are widely used as an intervention for autism spectrum disorders. What are the ingredients in supplements? How can you choose the best supplements? What are some guidelines for dosing? Tune in as Betsy and Dr. John Hicks, Co-founder / Medical Director of Pathways Medical Advocates, discuss this very relevant topic.
Journalist, chef, nutrition researcher, Sally Fallon is the author of “Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition” and the “Diet Dictocrats”, which has stimulated the public health and medical communities to take a new look at the importance of traditional foods and preparation techniques, and to reexamine the many myths about saturated fats and cholesterol. The book places special emphasis on the feeding of babies and children to ensure optimal development during their crucial growing years. Several articles on the dangers of modern soy products have generated intense controversy in the health food industry. Sally is founding president of the Weston A. Price Foundation and of A Campaign for Real Milk.
The Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) program is a cognitive-developmental treatment program that helps parents learn how to guide their child to both desire and succeed in genuine give-and-take relationships, while addressing experience-sharing-communication, emotional regulation, episodic memory, rapid attention shifting, self awareness, executive functioning, flexible thinking and creative problem solving. Tom Brown, Detroit Metro-based RDI certified consultant, is now training people in India to use this important approach to children with autism.
Deborah Koons Garcia knows most people don't realize that genetically engineered foods have quietly slipped into much of the American food supply, mostly from corn and canola. They're in an estimated 60 percent of all processed foods. She wants people to understand the risks. Garcia’s film “The Future of Food” questions why the U.S. government hasn't required Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) foods to undergo the rigorous testing required of medicines created by recombinant DNA technology, and why it has resisted efforts to require GMO labeling on foods, as Europe does. Especially, if your child is eating corn and canola, you will find Betsy and Deborah’s discussion very important.
When life meets life, when a baby arrives, it is a very emotional and intense experience. What should be bliss and passion is all too often colored by our expectations, what we have been told and made to believe how a good parent should be and feel, what a healthy baby looks and behaves as, and how to mold and shape this new manifestation of life. How do we value and honor life in any circumstances? What is our children’s mission? How are they a blessing? Join Betsy and pediatrician Dr. Gene Nathan, author of an upcoming parenting series on CD, as they explore these questions.
Betsy and Andrea Sovern discuss the ways of obtaining appropriate services and supports for children with autism without going bankrupt, so that children will be able to live independently in society. Topics covered include obtaining ABA services, getting biomedical services paid for, incorporating behavioral supports in school programs and ways to build home-based supports. Whether those services were provided through Insurance, Tricare, Medicaid or the school system, the efforts of families are inspirational.
Do you need to be careful of prescription psychoactive medications that practitioners may try to prescribe for your child on the spectrum? Betsy interviews the award-winning author of the new book entitled “Psyched Out: How Psychiatry Sells Mental Illness and Pushes Pills That Kill”, investigative reporter Kelly Patricia O'Meara. During her six-year tenure at The Washington Times' Insight magazine, Kelly Patricia O'Meara wrote a series of articles examining the prescription drug industry and the connection between prescription psychiatric drugs and the increasing number of school shootings. She focused heavily on the lack of science behind the psychiatric diagnoses for which the drugs are prescribed, and the adverse reactions linked to antidepressants.
In 1999, Andrew Pace opened Safe Building Solutions to address the burgeoning needs for the supply of healthy and sustainable building materials. He has authored several articles about the construction of healthy homes. Safe Building Solutions strives to be synonymous with premium quality, safer and more natural building and remodeling materials, including bamboo, cork and wool flooring, natural oil finishes, non-toxic caulking, and more. Hear how you can create a safer, more healthy and natural living environment.
Betsy and Gail Borgard of MedicClaim discuss understanding and receiving compensation from your insurance company, including coding and how to make an appeal.
Holistic Dentist, Dr. Lina Garcia informs, educates and discusses the effect that dentistry has on your health. Conventional dentistry tends to ignore the harmful effects of mercury, fluoride, root canals and metal restorations. Dr. Garcia has a great deal of experience treating autistic children and educating their families on the path of health.
We hear of parents of children with autism ending their children’s and their own related suffering. What leads to this? Does the desire to save the child become desperation to end all the suffering? Is the parent’s heart crushed as their child is publicly ostracized? What is the effect of lack of family and friends’ support? This is a show for everyone who knows a family suffering with the struggles of autism. The child needs the parent to be happy and full of life. How can the parent continue to take care of themselves and embrace life? What is our role as a community? Approached non-judgmentally, Betsy and Laura Cellini unfold the events. Valerie Herskowitz speaks on coping with pre- and post-diagnosis.
Learn why soy can worsen autism, limit the success of healing protocols, and put children at risk for developing ADD/ADHD, allergies, digestive disturbances, thyroid damage and reproductive disorders. The Israeli, French and other foreign governments have warned against the consumption of soy by babies and children, yet soy is still marketed in the U.S. as a health food. Dr. Kaayla Daniel is a board certified clinical nutritionist and the author of “The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food”.
Nicki Fischer is Founder and Publisher of The Autism Perspective magazine. The Autism Perspective Magazine was founded upon the passionate philosophy that those living with and treating Autism Spectrum Disorders and Pervasive Developmental Disorders should have a single resource that presents the full perspective of options to encourage and inspire us and make every family feel a little less alone in its struggles, hopes and dreams. Individuals with ASDs are able to speak honestly about their world and their past, present and future. Those living with autism, whether challenged by the condition itself or facing the challenges of children, relations or friends, are given an open forum to share personal experiences, challenges and triumphs.
Rob Ocker is a middle school guidance counselor whose passion and life purpose have been to guide, inspire, and empower youth of all ages. He is a contributing author of the original book “Indigo Children”, and is working on his next series: “The 7 Abilities of EmPOWERment”, “The 7 Abilities of Evolved Children”, and “The Quest for the 7 Sacred Stones” (a children’s fantasy novel written with the help of these magical children).
Stan Kurtz is dad to 4 1/2 year old Ethan, who recovered from an autism diagnosis, as well as recovering himself from ADHD and IBS. He is owner of the Children's Corner School in Van Nuys, CA, an innovative center for children 2-6 years old, which provides individualized diets cooked by an on-site chef, allergy testing, visits by qualified medical practitioners, and educational and other therapies, resulting in children healing. Stan presents information about anti-viral and Methyl-B12 nasal spray therapies for ASDs, AD(H)D and chronic illness with data from an expanding parent group of 1000 families, sharing astounding data about metals excretion during anti-viral therapy and normalization of brain wave activity through MB12 nasal spray.
Chantal Sicile-Kira, author of “Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum : A Parent's Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical, and Transition Needs of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders”, talks to Betsy Hicks about some of the top problems parents with teenagers on the autism spectrum face and parents taking an active role in directing their children’s education and future, including what we can do to better prepare teens for work. Chantal provides the listener with a message of hope and possibility: telling parents to acknowledge and accept the teenager for who he/she is, while providing strategies and suggestions on how to enable the teenager to grow into a self-determined individual and as independent an adult as possible.
Barbara Loe Fisher, Co-Founder and President, National Vaccine Information Center (http://www.nvic.org) talks about infectious diseases and describe to Betsy the rise in chronic disease and disability in children during the past 25 years as the number of doses of vaccines has more than doubled. Find out what is going on in doctors’ offices and the vital and timely concern of parents being refused services at pediatricians' offices across the country due to their choice not to vaccinate their children. Find out the truth and what you can do.
From the Autism One 2006 Conference, join host Besty Hicks as she discusses Biomedical Tests, Treatments, Topics, and Terms with Workshop Panelists: James Adams, PhD; Peta Cohen, MS, RD; Phil DeMio, MD; John Hicks, MD; Allen Lewis, MD; Susan Owens, MAIS, RA; Lauren Underwood, PhD, William Walsh, PhD. Learn the latest!
Multiple studies have revealed that autism is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by cerebral hypoperfusion, neuro and GI inflammation, and increased oxidative stress. Dr. Dan Rossignol speaks with Betsy about the results of his study entitled “Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may improve symptoms in autistic children in Medical Hypotheses”. Stay tuned as Shannon Kenitz shares her daughter’s inspirational story. Grace Kenitz was diagnosed with a very rare mitochondrial disease. After receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy Grace has progressed to, among other things, being off seizure and GI medicines and the feeding tube; and Grace is no longer blind, she is walking, and she is thriving.
With autism spectrum disorders affecting about 1 in 166 children in the United States, researchers are working diligently to discover causes and treatments. Meet researchers Matthew Baral, ND, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Medicine at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and James B. Adams, PhD, Adjunct Professor at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Adams’ research focuses on biomedical causes of autism and how to treat it. Tune in as they discuss chelation treatment with Betsy. Drs. Adams and Baral have been working on a study, “DMSA in the Treatment of Children with Heavy Metal Toxicity and Autism”.
Susan Owens, MAIS, RA has focused on finding the basic science that tells us how the sulfur system works. Oxalates appear to be part of the sulfur system, but their role outside the well-characterized role of binding to calcium and incidentally forming kidney stones is little understood. As a member of the Defeat Autism Now! Thinktank, she continually dialogues with physicians and scientists who treat children with autism. Susan Owens recently joined Husson Science Research Institute as a Research Associate where she will be able to accelerate research into some new areas in the basic and applied science of oxalates. Carline Banks has moved her son Ryan forward on the road of recovery, and has a special interest in the low-oxalate diet.
Southpaw Enterprises, with a focus on clinic-based therapy for sensory integration dysfunction, develops equipment, tools, and other resources for teachers and for parents use at home with a therapist’s guidance. Andy Russi, General Manager of Southpaw, and Betsy discuss what type of equipment will help an individual’s sensory needs, for example: How to help a picky eater? How to help a child feel calm? Diana A. Henry, MS, OTR/L and Henry Occupational Therapy Services, Inc. offer school based and individual occupational therapy services to support the mandates of “No Child Left Behind.” With the mobile ATEACHABOUT trailer, Henry OT Services, Inc. provides products and workshops across the USA and internationally. Diana talks to Betsy about the importance of sensory output, as well as how Southpaw’s tools help reach important goals for children and adults with sensory integration challenges.
Neil Z. Miller, author of “Vaccines, Autism and Childhood Disorders: Crucial Data That Could Save Your Child’s Life and Vaccines: Are They Really Safe and Effective?” and Betsy discuss history of vaccines’ safety and efficacy, as well as the mercury-autism cover-up. Did mass vaccination programs really decrease death rates? Do disease outbreaks occur in highly vaccinated populations? Are vaccinated or non-vaccinated children healthier overall?
Vicky Debold, RN, PhD, JB Handley, Daniel Hollenbeck, and Lyn Redwood, RN, MSN, CRNP join Betsy discuss the study entitled “The Contribution of Diagnostic Substitution to the Growing Administrative Prevalence of Autism in US Special Education” published in “Pediatrics”, which was released April 3, 2006. Find out if this can be relied upon for facts, or if this report contains fallacies. Betsy and the panel discuss the letter sent to Congress by 22 medical organizations opposing legislative efforts at the state and Federal levels to restrict use of mercury-containing vaccines.
Mary Bolles is a popular speaker on sensory integration concerns, a recognized expert on the effect of Ocular Light Therapy on Learning Disabilities, and the creator of the Sensory Learning Program (http://www.sensorylearning.com). Mary is a pioneer in the simultaneous use of light, sound, and motion to improve responsiveness, understanding and the ability to learn. Her work using multi-sensory activation has led to remarkable results. Mary has always believed that with the right combination of stimulation children can make sense of their world. Join Betsy as she talks with Mary about how to improve the functioning of the brain.