By Dr Bob Sears A decade ago, many researchers believed that autism was primarily a genetic disorder, and a large amount of funding was spent searching for answers in that direction. Some even believed it was ALL in the genes. The genetics of autism are interesting, but what’s more important is to understand WHY the... Continue Reading →
Being a friend to someone with special needs
By Lisa Ackerman Everybody needs a friend. Children with special needs such as autism, learning delays, and other disabilities can struggle finding friends who are patient, friendly and open minded. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in every 6 school-aged children has a neurological condition. 1 in every 88 or 1... Continue Reading →
I am a witness to TACA’s help for families, including our own
By Johnathon Schaech I have been a supporter of TACA for 7 years now and it’s been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Since my wife Julie and I have had our first child, the amazing team at TACA has asked me to write a blog giving advice to new parents, talking... Continue Reading →
Functional Medicine goes mainstream
By Lisa Ackerman You cannot go a day without a healthcare story being featured in the news. The Affordable Care Act, chronic health issues and access to health care have grown into one of the largest issues in American households. In the autism community, we are aware of these issues all too well. For decades,... Continue Reading →
DSM-5, the fall out begins
By Holly Bortfeld TACA has been reporting on the potential effects that the proposed DSM-5 changes, which eliminated PDD, PDD-NOS, Asperger’s Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative disorder and others, from the DSM since 20111. Now, we see the first tangible proof2 that the new diagnostic criteria will reduce the number of those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder... Continue Reading →
So Autism Is Even MORE Common Than Last Year. Who Cares?
By Dr Bob Sears I was really hoping that my latest blog would be entitled “Finally, Someone Cares About the Autism Epidemic!” But alas, it is not to be. The word “epidemic” is being reserved for the hundred or so cases of measles we see in the U.S. each year (no fatalities), or the very... Continue Reading →
Rest in Peace Avonte
By Lisa Ackerman For months we have been watching and waiting receive a positive outcome for Avonte Oquendo. Avonte was last seen on October 4, 2013 when he left his school. He was non verbal and diagnosed with autism. Sadly, remains found this past week were identified to be Avonte’s. His remains were found 11... Continue Reading →
The Autism Community needs someone like Dr Martin Luther King Jr.
By Lisa Ackerman Martin Luther King Jr. means something special to this generation as he did to the ones before us. He was a true inspiration that continues to inspire many today. In honor of his birthday children in school get a holiday in his honor. Adults should re-read some of his speeches and be... Continue Reading →
Study Links Oxidative Stress Induced Mitochondrial Dysfunction to Autism
By Richard E Frye, M.D., Ph.D., Shannon Rose, Ph.D. and S. Jill James, Ph.D. The number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is alarmingly high and appears to be continuing to rise. Despite decades of research, the cause of autism is still not clear. The majority of research into the causes of autism... Continue Reading →
