Publication Date: March 1, 2012

The frequency of autism diagnoses is on the rise. Better treatments for the disorder are not on the upsurge. Herbert and Weintraub’s guide is neither an insurrection nor a radical transformation. Rather, the book reports on genuine success stories of children and adults whose autism improved. Simple tips and safe tactics for assisting individuals with autism are included. Little changes have the potential to bring about significant results. Autism involves the entire body and not just the brain; consequently, the authors emphasize the impact of environment on this illness. Especially important are food, stress, toxins, and microbes. Information about isodicentric chromosome 15, mitochondrial abnormalities, glial cells (the brain’s “glue”), stimming, and a gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet is presented. Childhood vaccination is encouraged. Providing support to children and reducing the burden of illness on them are crucial. Underestimating their ability to improve should be avoided. Love must be unconditional. Individuals living with autism—patients, family members, and caregivers—don’t have it easy. This book does not supply a solution but rather offers commonsense advice and compassion.

— Tony Miksanek