The brain is a major metabolizer of oxygen and yet has relatively feeble protective
antioxidant mechanisms. This paper reviews the Janus‐faced properties of reactive oxygen …

Autism is a developmental disorder that starts before age 3 years, and children with autism
have impairment in both social interaction and communication, and have restricted …

There is a need for effective interventions to address the core symptoms and problems
associated with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). Behavior therapy improves communication …

Background: Currently, only one medication (risperidone) is FDA-approved for the treatment
of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Perhaps for this reason, the use of novel …

Complementary and alternative medical (CAM) treatments are commonly used for children
with autism spectrum disorders. This review discusses the evidence supporting the most …

Background Recently, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has increased in popularity as a
treatment for autism. Numerous studies document oxidative stress and inflammation in …

Background Several uncontrolled studies of hyperbaric treatment in children with autism
have reported clinical improvements; however, this treatment has not been evaluated to date …

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Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder, with a multifactorial etiology, characterized by
severe abnormalities in communications, social awareness and skills, and the presence of …

This review focuses on helping clinicians identify resources and develop strategies they may
use to effectively negotiate safe and effective use of complementary and alternative …