Monday, February 4, 2013
Interview by Lon Woodbury
Dr. Robert Melillo who is the co-founder of the Brain Balance Achievement Centers and the Brain Balance Program spoke to radio host Lon Woodbury, CEO of Strugglingteens.com, on L.A. Talk Radio show about how his work is helping parents of autistic children find ways to address autism, as well as ADHD, Dyslexia, and Asperger's Syndrome.
About Dr. Melillo
Dr. Robert Melillo is a recognized worldwide as an expert speaker, author, instructor, clinician and researcher in the field of learning disorders. He is also a professional in neurology, recovery, neuropsychology and neurobehavioral disorders in children. As one of the founders of the Brain Balance Achievement Centers, he utilizes a multi-modal approach to assist children with ADHD, dyslexia, Autism, Asperger's, Tourette's, and other neurobehavioral impairments.
Dr. Melillo has also written two books for parents focusing on brain imbalances in children: "Disconnected Kids" and "Reconnected Kids." His third book, "Autism: The Scientific Truth About Preventing, Diagnosing, and Treating Autism Spectrum Disorders - and What Parents Can Do Now," is now available.
New Hope for Parents of Autistic Children:
The interview discussed recent discoveries in understanding Autism, many of which are helping to establish a completely new view about Autism and its treatment.
There is a growing body of evidence to indicate that the steady increase in autism seems to be primarily due to environmental causes. "We are seeing significant increases," explained Dr. Melillo, "which means that the only way you can explain it is through environmental factors."
After factoring out an increase in enhanced diagnosis and a modification in the diagnostic requirements, the increase in autism and other learning disorders has actually still increased at an alarming rate.
Dr. Melillo provided a clear description behind the causes of the increase in Autism and also provided a thoughtful analysis of a scientifically-based method for prevention and treatment. He recommended several important steps for parents to avoid having children with Autism. He outlined pre-conception and pre-natal preparation by future parents as well as recommended early diagnosis to enable correct intervention.
In fact, he said that a spontaneous decision to have a child should be a thing of the past. Mothers should spend a year preparing their bodies for pregnancy. Only two decades ago, the likelihood of having a child with autism was 1 in 10,000. Today it is 1 in 88. Many causes of Autism could be prevented through keeping tabs on biomarkers and a preparation period that included stress-reduction, exercise, and proper nutrition. Mothers-to-be needed to choose organic fruits and vegetables to avoid pesticides and to make sure they were getting Vitamin D, folic acid, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin E, and Omega-3 fatty acids. They also needed to avoid sugar, gluten, and artificial sweeteners, as well as avoid stimulants such as coffee, tea, and soda.
Dr. Mellilo also pointed out that disorders like ADHD, Autism, Asperger's Syndrome,Tourette's Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and Learning Disorders like Dyslexia revealed striking similarities. Today, these disorders are now considered points on a common spectrum. Where the child falls on the spectrum is dependent on the severity of the imbalance and the specific regions effected within the brain.
Besides a discussion of his work in diagnosing, treating, and preventing Autism and his work in assisting parents of autistic children deal with an extremely challenging condition, the meeting included a discussion on the difference between the brains of men and women, exactly how Autism often caused both gifts and deficits, and the appropriate place of a medical diagnosis in helping those with Autism.
Interview by Lon Woodbury
Dr. Robert Melillo who is the co-founder of the Brain Balance Achievement Centers and the Brain Balance Program spoke to radio host Lon Woodbury, CEO of Strugglingteens.com, on L.A. Talk Radio show about how his work is helping parents of autistic children find ways to address autism, as well as ADHD, Dyslexia, and Asperger's Syndrome.
About Dr. Melillo
Dr. Robert Melillo is a recognized worldwide as an expert speaker, author, instructor, clinician and researcher in the field of learning disorders. He is also a professional in neurology, recovery, neuropsychology and neurobehavioral disorders in children. As one of the founders of the Brain Balance Achievement Centers, he utilizes a multi-modal approach to assist children with ADHD, dyslexia, Autism, Asperger's, Tourette's, and other neurobehavioral impairments.
Dr. Melillo has also written two books for parents focusing on brain imbalances in children: "Disconnected Kids" and "Reconnected Kids." His third book, "Autism: The Scientific Truth About Preventing, Diagnosing, and Treating Autism Spectrum Disorders - and What Parents Can Do Now," is now available.
New Hope for Parents of Autistic Children:
The interview discussed recent discoveries in understanding Autism, many of which are helping to establish a completely new view about Autism and its treatment.
There is a growing body of evidence to indicate that the steady increase in autism seems to be primarily due to environmental causes. "We are seeing significant increases," explained Dr. Melillo, "which means that the only way you can explain it is through environmental factors."
After factoring out an increase in enhanced diagnosis and a modification in the diagnostic requirements, the increase in autism and other learning disorders has actually still increased at an alarming rate.
Dr. Melillo provided a clear description behind the causes of the increase in Autism and also provided a thoughtful analysis of a scientifically-based method for prevention and treatment. He recommended several important steps for parents to avoid having children with Autism. He outlined pre-conception and pre-natal preparation by future parents as well as recommended early diagnosis to enable correct intervention.
In fact, he said that a spontaneous decision to have a child should be a thing of the past. Mothers should spend a year preparing their bodies for pregnancy. Only two decades ago, the likelihood of having a child with autism was 1 in 10,000. Today it is 1 in 88. Many causes of Autism could be prevented through keeping tabs on biomarkers and a preparation period that included stress-reduction, exercise, and proper nutrition. Mothers-to-be needed to choose organic fruits and vegetables to avoid pesticides and to make sure they were getting Vitamin D, folic acid, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin E, and Omega-3 fatty acids. They also needed to avoid sugar, gluten, and artificial sweeteners, as well as avoid stimulants such as coffee, tea, and soda.
Dr. Mellilo also pointed out that disorders like ADHD, Autism, Asperger's Syndrome,Tourette's Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and Learning Disorders like Dyslexia revealed striking similarities. Today, these disorders are now considered points on a common spectrum. Where the child falls on the spectrum is dependent on the severity of the imbalance and the specific regions effected within the brain.
Besides a discussion of his work in diagnosing, treating, and preventing Autism and his work in assisting parents of autistic children deal with an extremely challenging condition, the meeting included a discussion on the difference between the brains of men and women, exactly how Autism often caused both gifts and deficits, and the appropriate place of a medical diagnosis in helping those with Autism.
About the Author:
Lon Woodbury, the founder of Struggling Teens, has recorded the entire interview about how Dr. Mellilo is helping parents with autistic children on his weekly L.A. Talk Radio show for people to enjoy at any time.
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