Recommended Books - helping with autism recovery
Children With Starving Brains by Jaquelyn McCandless
In the midst of a worldwide epidemic of autism, ADD, and ADHD, this book is a message of hope to parents embarking on the challenging journey of finding proper medical care for their ASD children. Genetic susceptibility activated by triggers such as pesticides and heavy metals in vaccines can lead to immune system impairment, gut dysfunction, and pathogen invasion such as yeast and viruses in many children.
Enzymes for Autism and other Neurological Conditions by Karen L. DeFelice
Enzyme therapy is a successful alternative for people on the autism spectrum. Reports of significant improvements in health, pain reduction, language, food tolerance, socializing and other benefits emerge daily. Using scientific research and trials by a wide range of families, Karen DeFelice deals comprehensively with all the information on enzymes that parents need.
Biological Treatments for Autism & PDD by William Shaw
There are very few books - like this one - which address the practical, here-and-now biomedical treatments that can bring about dramatic improvement in many autistic individuals. This book is 'user-friendly'. Its purpose is to clarify, to explain, to guide, and to encourage parents themselves to have a real hand in the healing of their autistic child.
Detoxification & Healing by Sidney MacDonald, MD Baker
Restore balance, harmony and health through a fine guide which blends case history examples with practical keys to understanding toxics and health. The focus on preventative detoxification and the healing process examines the signs and systems of toxification and considers how individuals may recover.
Facing Autism by Lynn M. Hamilton
This is one mother's account of coping with her son's autism. Each section of the book contains lists of resources institutes, clinics, schools, and programs, with phone and FAX numbers, e-mail addresses, and web sites. Accurate, comprehensive, and written in a clear and engaging style. A must-read guidebook for parents of autistic children.
Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride
The author believes that the link between learning disabilities, the food and drink that we take, and the condition of our digestive system is absolute, and the results of her work have supported her position on this subject. Her deep understanding of the challenges children with learning difficulties face, puts her advice in a class of it's own.
The Fabric of Autism by Judith Bluestone
This is an excellent book that helps to emphasize that people on the autism/Asperger's continuum have many common threads with their neurotypical counterparts. The author does a brilliant job of combining a personal account with clinical research that does a lot to unravel the enigma by providing logical explanations for sensory issues and behavioral responses to same.
The AiA Gluten and Dairy Free Cookbook by Marilyn Le Breton
Containing over 400 gluten and dairy free recipes, the book will be invaluable to all whose diet is restricted by food intolerances. People on the autism spectrum are turning to the gluten and casein free diet and finding that many of the more troublesome symptoms are significantly alleviated. A wealth of useful ideas for cooking without gluten or dairy products.
Making a Difference by Catherine Maurice, Gina Green & Richard Foxx
Drawing from solid research and experiences, this book explains the principles of behavior analysis and applications to autism intervention. Combines solid, information with practical problem-solving strategies. A valuable resource for family members and professionals alike who strive to maximize the achievements of individuals with autism.