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A comprehensive approach to treating autism and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: a prepilot study

Kalpana Patel1, Luke T Curtis

  • 1Environmental Health Center, Buffalo, NY., Department of Pediatrics, State University of NewYork, Buffalo, NY 14225, USA. aehcwny@Juno.com

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (New York, N.Y.)
|January 2, 2008
PubMed

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This preliminary study found that a multidimensional treatment plan, including nutrition and chelation, significantly improved social interaction, concentration, and behavior in children with autistic spectrum disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Heavy metal burdens also decreased.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental medicine
  • Pediatric neurology
  • Developmental pediatrics

Background:

  • Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are complex neurodevelopmental conditions.
  • Co-occurrence of ASD and ADHD presents significant challenges in diagnosis and treatment.
  • Multidimensional treatment approaches are increasingly recognized as potentially beneficial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To observe the effects of a comprehensive treatment plan for children diagnosed with both ASD and ADHD.
  • To evaluate a treatment regimen incorporating nutrition, environmental control, chelation, and various therapies.
  • To assess preliminary outcomes in a small cohort of pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Open-label, observational study design.
  • Inclusion of 10 children aged 4-10 years with co-occurring ASD and ADHD diagnoses.
  • Intervention included nutritional, environmental, and chelation treatments over 3-6 months, alongside standard therapies.

Main Results:

  • All 10 participants demonstrated significant improvements in social interaction, concentration, language, and behavior.
  • Objective and subjective assessments by physicians, parents, and teachers indicated positive outcomes.
  • A significant reduction in urinary lead burden was observed across all participants.

Conclusions:

  • Multidimensional treatment strategies are likely essential for managing complex conditions like ASD and ADHD.
  • The observed improvements suggest potential benefits of integrated therapies including nutrition and chelation.
  • Further research with larger sample sizes is warranted to confirm these findings and optimize treatment protocols.
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