Complementary health approaches are commonly used by persons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Professionals must be prepared to support families with evidence-based information regarding mind and body practices, diets, supplements, and other nontraditional forms of medicine. Clear targets for treatment and a child’s unique needs and abilities must inform the discussion of treatment approaches. New research highlighting the use of complementary health approaches to address immune-inflammatory pathways holds promise.

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Complementary Health Approaches Commonly Used for Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Laura Handal,
  • Joel Barrett,
  • Natalie Wu,
  • Maitreyee Berends,
  • Pamela McPherson

摘要

Complementary health approaches are commonly used by persons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Professionals must be prepared to support families with evidence-based information regarding mind and body practices, diets, supplements, and other nontraditional forms of medicine. Clear targets for treatment and a child’s unique needs and abilities must inform the discussion of treatment approaches. New research highlighting the use of complementary health approaches to address immune-inflammatory pathways holds promise.