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Aspergers Syndrome and Food/ Good Nutrition MAY MANAGE Symptoms

Decades ago, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a group of developmental disabilities in which patients have significant social, communication, and behavioral difficulties, was considered rare, and the prognosis of those who had it usually wasn’t good. Many individuals were committed to institutions for the rest of their lives because of their inability to function in society. But times have changed.

Defining Autism

The word “Autism” comes from the Greek word autos, meaning “Self.”Today, autism is better defined by the term “Autism Spectrum Disorder,” which describes a grouping of various developmental disabilities.

Symptoms of ASD usually begin before the age of 3 and continue throughout a person’s life. There are three main classifications of ASD and understanding the difference among them will help to better focus treatment. The first classification of ASD is Autistic Disorder, which is considered the classic form of Autism. Patients usually have significant delays in language, social skills, and the ability to communicate. Some have unusual behaviors and interests, and have a measurable intellectual disability.

The second form of Autism is Aspergers Syndrome, usually a milder form of Autism. Patients still have delays in social abilities and communication skills, and have unusual behaviors and interests. Many individuals have a specific interest that encompasses much of their time and thought. People with Asperger’s may spend much of their time devoted to a hobby (eg, trains, computers). They usually don’t have issues with language skills or intellectual development. In fact, many are intelligent, especially when it comes to their own special interests. Some experts liken patients with Aspergers to little professors in their areas of interest; they can have near genius IQs.The third form of Autism is pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified, or atypical autism. These individuals meet only some of the criteria for classic Autism or Aspergers. They have fewer, milder symptoms and may experience delays only in the areas of social skills and communication.

Other parts of the topic that I discussed here are as follows:

-Link Between ASD and Environmental Toxins

-Problem-Eating Behaviors

-ASD and Food Additives.

-Supplementation

-Elimination Diet Therapy

Reference: Dawn Privett, RD, LD, CLT

Today’s Dietitian

Vol. 15 No. 1 P. 46

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