Asperger Syndrome
Aspies For Freedom “We have the view that aspergers and autism are not negative, and are not always a disability….” This discussion forum tends to over emphasize the positive sides of having Aspergers in preference to facing up to the whole picture.
Thelonious Monk and Aspergers - the great Bebop jazz pianist and
composer probably had Asperger Syndrome.
Autism
Autism under diagnosed in females - Autism and related conditions are being underdiagnosed in women and teenage girls, with many cases being confused with eating disorders or other problems, researchers say. (Reported in February 2010).
Donna Williams – interesting blog by world famous Autie. Generally intelligent comments and accepts all sides of Autism.
Methylation And Autism – “It has become increasingly evident that individuals with autism have impairments in their capacity to methylate. Methylation reactions are those reactions in our metabolism that involve the transfer of a methyl group (a carbon with three hydrogens attached) from one compound to another. These reactions are required for many of the most vital pathways in our metabolism.” Methylation problems can possibly lead to Diabetes, OCD, depression and anxiety. More good news!
Gluten Free Diet
Autism-Help Easy to read explanation of Gluten/Casein Free diet for Autism and Aspergers.
Autism Research Unit at University of Sunderland explain how and why Autistic Spectrum Conditions and related disorders can be treated with a Gluten free diet and other biomedical interventions.
What is Leaky Gut Syndrome? Leaky gut explained by Sunderland University site.
Miscellaneous
Dore miracle cure for Dyslexia – Ben Goldacre debunks this silly “cure” for Dyslexia which has been ridiculously promoted in the media and by a certain sportsman who neglects to mention he is paid by Dore.
**Disclaimer: I am an unqualified person not a medical doctor. In telling readers about treatment and diets I have tried I am not recommending people to do likewise without the advice of a qualified medical practitioner.**
thanks for posting these links – my eight year old son was just diagnosed with Aspergers. I really need to consider a diet change for him!
found your blog via friend’s recommendation.
thanks