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Krystina Way, MEd, BCBA, LBA, clinical assessment specialist, BlueSprig.

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Complementary or Alternative Therapies: Can They Help a Child With Autism?

John W. Harrington, MD

October 1st 2007

As the father of a child with severe classic autism--and as a pediatrician--I understand how much parents want to try different treatment approaches to help their child. Many parents ask me about complementary (or alternative or holistic) therapies, such as restrictive diets, secretin, chelation, and omega-3 supplements. Some inquire after hearing claims that a particular diet or supplement or herb can work wonders. Others ask about these therapies after reading studies on the Internet, in magazines, or in newspapers.

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