A Drug-Free Approach to Asperger Syndrome and Autism: Homeopathic Care for Exceptional Kids Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND,LCSW Robert Ullman, ND The Northwest Center for Homeopathic Medicine 131 3rd Ave., N Edmonds, WA 98020 (425) 774-5599 www.drugfreeasperger.com Overview: Parents of children on the autism spectrum are relentless in their search for therapies that work. Conventional medicine by no means has all the answers. If you considering drugs for your child, or you are seeking a safe, effective, natural approach, don’t miss this presentation! You will hear how other children, much like yours, have benefited significantly from this individualized, gentle yet powerful form of medicine. You will be amazed by the dramatic changes and developmental leaps that ASD children have made through homeopathic care. You will hear what other parents of these children have to say about this remarkable approach. Strangers in a Strange Land: Common Features of Kids with AS -Awkward, Alienated, and Alone -Rigid, Rational, and Restricted -Preoccupied and Pedantic Professors -Sensitive, Selective, and Susceptible Why So Many Kids with ASD? Better Living Through Chemistry? The Downside of Drugs -There are no psychotropic medications that specifically address the core symptoms of AS. Although medications may address isolated symptoms and control unwanted behaviors, drugs will never treat the core symptoms of AS. -Most psychotropic medications prescribed for children with AS are not approved by the FDA for AS, but, instead, are prescribed off-label. Many have not undergone rigorous testing for safety or effectiveness. -Based on 13 clinical trials, including over 2,300 children and adolescents, drug regulators in Britain strongly urged doctors not to use certain antidepressants, including Paxil, Luvox and Zoloft, for childhood depression because of the increased risk of self-harm and suicidal thoughts, which outweighed the benefit. (BMJ, 2004;328) -Antipsychotic drug (neuroleptics) labels warn about link with Diabetes (Type II) (Psychiatric News, Oct., 2003) -Two Clinical Cases -The Boy Who Refused to Be Restrained -About Arrows, Swords, and Anvils Tips and Challenges in Treating Children with AS Some Common Questions Parents Ask about Homeopathic Treatment of AS -Does my child need to stop his medications before beginning homeopathy? -Is the DAN Program compatible with homeopathic treatment? -How does homeopathy interact with GF and CF diets? -How do you know which medicine out of over 2000 to prescribe? -What can be expected with successful homeopathic treatment? -What is the prognosis for more severely autistic children?