Health & Medical Issues in Autism Conference..June 2, 2006

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Sponsored by Hopewell Autism Initiative & Autism Resource Options

Friday, June 2nd
9 AM – 3:30 PM

HEALTH & MEDICAL
ISSUES IN AUTISM Conference

Holiday Inn
700 Myles Standish Blvd.
Taunton, MA, 02780,

Nursing CEUs

Limited Seating
Registration Due
before May 26th

Open to
Nurses, Parents, DMR Employee
Educators, Direct Care Workers

Call to register or for more information?
(978) 534-8736
(978) 424-7961
Topics:
Diagnostic Evaluation in ASD: Outcomes to Guide Treatment
▪ This presentation will identify and discuss the most significant diagnostic testing in ASD, as well as provide the nursing interpretation and application of results to treatment

Role of Supplements in Autism
▪ The first half will cover vitamins, minerals, probiotics and natural antifungal and their vital role in correcting metabolic problems and restoring health and optimal neurologic, metabolic and bowel function in people with ASD

Gastrointestinal Pathology and the Use of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet in ASD
▪ Exploring the biological underpinnings of ASD and the powerful and effective treatment that specialized dietary approaches provide

Medications in the Treatment of Children with ASD: Yes or No ▪
▪ Do medications offer a valid and relatively safe option in the treatment of ASD? There will be discussion of the various classes of drugs that may address problems with agitation, mood, anxiety and aggression

▪ And MORE