One question I answer frequently is about gastro-intestinal (GI) problems in people with autism. The most common complaints are gas, pain, constipation and diarrhea, often so severe that it causes children and their families to take days off for school or work. So why does that happen? One of the most interesting reasons behind this… Continue reading Why is gas, cramping and bloating common in people with autism?
Hello to the Autism Collective blog!
This is going to be my very first post – yay! A little bit about me: I’m a board certified Nurse Practitioner, and I work with clients and families with autism in Portland, Oregon. This blog is dedicated to new and emerging knowledge about autism spectrum disorder and how we can best treat clients with the innovative therapies being developed. We hope that this blog will raise awareness of autism, and be a community for everyone to share their experiences, ask questions, and contribute to our collective wisdom about autism.
The Autism Collective 