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Medication is usually the first thing mentioned when Autism is discovered. More and more people are now looking for alternative ways to treat Autism. As you know medicines can have horrible side effects so people are looking at natural ways to treat Autism.

Here are a few alternatives for treating Autism:

Nutritional – There are many diets that you can use when treating Autism. Getting rid of dairy and eating Gluten free foods are just some of them.

Omega 3’s – Omega 3 has shown a lot of promise in treating Autism and many other disorders. When taking Omega 3,people sleep better, have better social interaction and better health overall. Adding fish oil to your child’s diet or taking capsule are a few ways to get your Omega 3.

Music Therapy – There are studies that have shown that music therapy can be very beneficial. Many times an Autistic child will sing right along with the music even though they may not speak. This is a great way to work on the child’s speech. The music can relax your Autistic child so much so that they can be part of other activities.

Sensory Integration – Many Autistic children are very sensitive to noises, tasting, textures and different smells. Sensory integration therapy can help your child deal with many problem they might be having. It also is very calming when exposed to a certain smell or texture.

Speech Therapy – Any child with Autism must have speech therapy. Most Autistic children will misuse their words and have a hard time understanding the many meanings of words. A speech therapist will teach them gestures and many communication skills. A speech therapist can also help your Autistic child to read peoples body language.

Play Therapy – Allowing your child to focus and relax on the things they enjoy is very important. Play therapy is working right on the floor using many toys to see which ones your child takes a liking to. Once they start to play then the therapist will interact with them forming a relationship. Once they have gained the child’s trust they may bring in another child to play. This is a wonderful way to get your Autistic child playing and interacting with others.

This is only a few of the many alternative treatments you can use on your Autistic child. Medicine doesn’t have to be the first resort but always consult with your doctor first before starting any treatment.