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Re: Autism. A most misunderstood illness of children
9/17/2006 12:18:48 PM

PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
September 17, 2006

Contact:
Rita Shreffler, NAA (Nixa, MO) 417-818-9030
Wendy Fournier, NAA (Portsmouth, RI) 401-632-7523


RESEARCHERS TO GATHER IN LITTLE ROCK FOR REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS IN AUTISM

NATIONAL AUTISM ASSOCIATION APPLAUDS SAFEMINDS COSPONSORSHIP OF FIVE-DAY NEUROTOXICOLOGY CONFERENCE

Little Rock –  Researchers will gather today in Little Rock, Arkansas for the Neurotoxicity in Development and Aging Conference. The event is co-sponsored by the research group, SafeMinds.
 
SafeMinds' focus for the conference centers on the recent epidemic increases in the number of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities and autism. Despite data suggesting these disorders are heritable, genetics alone cannot account for their rapid increases over the past decade. With this in mind, scientists are now exploring the links between exposure to environmental toxins such as mercury and the subsequent development of adverse neurological disorders.
 
Members of the National Autism Association will attend the conference. Laura Bono, parent and board member of the National Autism Association, says a review of the latest data is critical. “Current findings need to take us to the next level of research and treatments for the one in 166 children now diagnosed with autism,” says Bono. “My hope is that the best and the brightest researchers in neurotoxicology will review the data presented at the conference, and choose to steer their research and careers into future treatment options for the children suffering with autism and other neurological disorders.”

Bono added, “With autism rising at epidemic levels, hundreds of scientists are needed to remedy the situation. I’m glad SafeMinds has made this investment in our children.”
 
Recent research funded by SafeMinds will be presented. The research documents how children diagnosed with autism are more vulnerable to the toxic effects of mercury because their bodies often lack essential chemicals which naturally detoxify and aid in removing toxic metals. These findings suggest that some autistic behaviors may be the result of a neurological manifestation of a metabolic derangement. Furthermore, treatment strategies directed toward correcting specific metabolic imbalances through targeted therapy that safely purges the body of heavy metals may potentially ameliorate some symptoms of autism.
 
For more information go to www.neutoxicology.com  for the complete agenda and registration information.
 
To learn more about autism, visit www.nationalautism.org.

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Think Autism. Think Cure.

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           and be there waiting,,, when you awaken.
 
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Re: Autism. A most misunderstood illness of children
9/17/2006 12:22:39 PM

Bill

Thank you for the wonderful information that you post!

Tracy

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Re: Autism. A most misunderstood illness of children
9/17/2006 10:37:14 PM

Hi Tracy

    Thank you for reading all of the wonderful information I post. You are about the only one who ever stops by anymore. Everybody is so busy trying to sell stuff to each other they really miss out on what is really going on in the world. Don't you think So?

May a smile follow you to sleep each night,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
           and be there waiting,,, when you awaken.
 
Sincerly, Bill Vanderbilt
 
Mental Health And Political Forums Respectively
 
The biggest little community in the world. The Spotlight Of Friends
 
The following link will take you to a program that I gave up on once but, I am now convinced that this is a great opportunity. The people involved have been very dedicated to their members and it is getting very close to " PAYDAY ".
 
May a smile follow you to sleep each night and,,,,,be there waiting,,,,,when you awaken http://community.adlandpro.com/forums/8212/ShowForum.aspx Sincerely, Billdaddy
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Re: Autism. A most misunderstood illness of children
9/17/2006 11:37:56 PM

Bill,

I find everything you post here very interesting and VERY worth reading! 

I love knowing you take the time for all this stuff because yes i do agree that the world just seems to busy some times for whats really going on.

Isnt it sad, when total strangers care more then say the person next door??

Take care dear friend and please keep up the postings!

Tracy  :)

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Re: Autism. A most misunderstood illness of children
9/26/2006 12:06:58 AM

Hello Tracy

    Here is some heartwarming news about a little boy with autism and his new pet dog. This is a beautiful story. I hope some people hjere decide to help this little guy.

 

Family seeks help in obtaining autism assistance dog for toddler

Ty Beach enjoys the company of Blake, a trial autism assistance dog provided to the Beach family by the New Hope group in preparation for the delivery of Ty's own assistance dog. An account has been established at local Northwest Savings Bank offices for those who would like to help the Beach family.

A Pleasantville family is seeking community support in obtaining a special friend for their 21/2-year-old autistic son.

Ty Beach, who lives with his mother and father, Travis and Jessica Beach, and his brother, Trenton, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 18 months. Typically, children are not diagnosed until they are 3 years of age or older, but having his diagnosis this early has truly been a blessing to the Beach family, Jessica said.

Ty is receiving numerous therapies and support from many family members and friends, and he travels to Pittsburgh once a month with his mother and grandmother for feeding therapy at the Children's Institute, his mother said.

The Beach family is now seeking the help of the community for assistance in obtaining an "autism assistance" dog for their son. Ty and the dog will be paired together to meet the boy's special needs.

Autism, which affects an estimated one of 166 American youngsters, is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. It is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills.

Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions and leisure or play activities. They process and respond to information in unique ways, and aggressive and self-injurious behavior may sometimes be present.

"Ty tends to be a wanderer and has no real fear of danger," his mother said. "Just a month ago we were in a panic that we had lost him. Travis took off running down the street and I began searching the yard. Trenton was told to search in the house for his brother. Trenton came outside laughing and said, 'Mommy, Ty is hiding behind your bed.'"

Jessica said moments like this will be a thing of the past with the assistance dog. The dog will assist the family in locating Ty if he ever wanders off, and the dog will be specially trained in search and rescue before he comes to live with the family.

Jessica says Ty loves the outdoors and water especially, and that makes her nervous.

"He doesn't respond to verbal commands and has his own agenda, and that it makes it difficult to keep a hold of him at times," Jessica said. "Ty will be tethered to the dog for family outings and I will have the other leash to the dog and the verbal commands to give to him or her. This will help Ty in not getting away from us and the dog will be able to stop him from going into traffic or another dangerous situation."

Jessica said the dog will also help comfort and calm Ty when the family goes to a busy shop or out to eat.

An autism assistance dog can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000, and the cost includes all the training, previous veterinary bills, shots, upkeep, feeding and other expenses.

An account for the Beaches has been established, and anyone who would like to make a contribution can send money to any Northwest Savings Bank office (Titusville, Oil City, Warren, Pleasantville, Tidioute or Tionesta) in care of the Ty Beach Autism Assistance Dog Fund.

Anyone who wants more information on autism or New Hope assistance dogs can contact Jessica Beach at 814-589-5249

May a smile follow you to sleep each night,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
           and be there waiting,,, when you awaken.
 
Sincerly, Bill Vanderbilt
 
Mental Health And Political Forums Respectively
 
The biggest little community in the world. The Spotlight Of Friends
 
The following link will take you to a program that I gave up on once but, I am now convinced that this is a great opportunity. The people involved have been very dedicated to their members and it is getting very close to " PAYDAY ".
 

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May a smile follow you to sleep each night and,,,,,be there waiting,,,,,when you awaken http://community.adlandpro.com/forums/8212/ShowForum.aspx Sincerely, Billdaddy
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