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Independence and Summertime

Collegeman made a very half-hearted attempt to find a job. Not that I think one would have been forthcoming around here. There are so many adults out of work that normal jobs taken by teens every summer, if they still…
On the Topic of Medications

As many of you are already aware, Gavin has been on a necessary but crazy amount of medications for a long time (See: My interview on CNN). Gavin was taking almost 9 different medications per day. This was necessary in…
He's Normal

We’ve had our share of germs going around this winter break and our little dude on the spectrum did not get left out. Monday morning Henry woke up as usual, had breakfast and his meds and then promptly threw up.…
12 Suggestions for Adult ADHD

Recently, I was following a conversation on r/adhd , a subreddit of the the popular discussion site, reddit.com. A frustrated young man was asking for suggestions for coping with ADHD symptoms, without med…
Trouble Walking

I should really start calling these 'not walking' updates because HRH still can't walk. He is getting worse actually. He came off his anti-inflammatories last week and went downhill very quickly. I had to support his l…
ADHD and Medications

Nathan has Asperger's and ADHD. He has a dual diagnosis. Every day he struggles with both. Correction, every day we struggle with both. There are times when the ADHD takes over and he doesn't appear to have any prob…
Question about Medication Called Cerebrolysin

I am parent of a 4 year kid with Autism Asperger, in Monterrey Mexico. I would like to know if you have any reference of a Medication named Cerebrolysin. According to our Dr. It was originated for Alzhaimer and on th…
Our Story Of Using Medicine

Parents, I know it’s a touchy and controversial issues and you have your opinions and I can respect that–but if you are considering whether or not giving your child with autism various medications and you…
Autistic Children and Diet Changes

Autistic children may not only require behavioral therapy and medications for autism, but also appropriate dietary patterns in order for children with autism to maximize wellness and achieve full potentials.
Routine, Rigidity and Aspergers

Annie has started her anxiety medication. It has been one week of taking it and so far the only effect it is having is causing her a tummy ache. This was to be expected, the Paediatrician did warn us the positive bene…