The ketogenic diet may be a treatment option for kids with epilepsy who are not successfully treated with medication or are not candidates for surgery. This is a very high-fat diet that has been used for almost 100 years to treat epilepsy. Approximately two-thirds of children have a greater than 50 percent reduction in seizures, and up to 25 percent can become seizure free. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Dietary Treatment Program takes a team […]
The 2019 Autism Family Services of New Jersey Scholarship Program is open to New Jersey residents with a diagnosis of Autism. This scholarship is unique since it allows graduates pursuing a college, university, technical, trade, or vocational school level education to apply. The AFSNJ Scholarship is not solely based on academic achievement. Meaningful community volunteerism, participation in extra-curricular activities and essay response will all be considered when choosing recipients for these scholarships. Candidates do not […]
Seizure medications are usually the first treatment option to help control seizures in children with epilepsy. Learn more about the different medications. There are many types of medications used to treat seizures and epilepsy. Medications are selected based on the type of seizure, age of the child, side effects, the cost of the medication, and the adherence with the use of the medication. Medications used at home are usually taken by mouth (as capsules, tablets, […]
By Joelle Polisky In honor of Autism Awareness Month, a group of companies that create sensory tools for individuals with autism curated the Nine Notable Sensory Essentials to help individuals (and, especially, children) with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) navigate everyday life without sensory overload. Autism currently affects one in 59 children in the U.S. and their families. “Overwhelmed by all the products out there for children with Autism? You can feel confident about the Notable […]
Children on the autism spectrum have a less diverse gut microbiome, but introducing healthy bacteria seems to have long-term positive effects. About half a million people on the autism spectrum will become adults during the next 10 years, but the country lacks the resources to assist or care for them, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Effective treatments for ASD include behavioral therapy, speech and social therapy, psychiatric medications, and dietary and […]
