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Sally Fallon has a background in nutrition and has spent years researching genuine versions of traditional cooking methods. She has authored numerous articles for health publications, served as editor for the Price-Pottenger Nutrition Foundation and founded the Campaign For Real Milk. She also founded the Weston A. Price Foundation in 1999, a group dedicated to reintroducing traditional and beneficial food practices for preventative health.'), new Array('Donna Gates', 'Body Ecology Diet', 'Donna Gates returns to her second Mindd Forum to present BEDROK (Body Ecology Diet Recovering Our Kids) a diet and nutrient regime based on her Body Ecology Diet that is helping thousands of ASD children all over the world. Donna’s focus is on digestive health as a means of restoring metabolism and nutrient absorption and in so doing supporting all body systems. Through food, supplements, hygiene and lifestyle choices Donna coaches on how to restore a healthy digestive tract by restoring beneficial gut flora and reducing pathogenic microbes, rebalancing acid and ph levels, eating foods at the right time and in the right combination and more. Donna will review how to make young coconut kefir and other kid-friendly recipes that help support healthy bodies and healthy minds.
'+ 'Donna Gates is author of Body Ecology Diet which is in its 8th edition and 10th year. She holds degrees in child development, nutrition and human behaviour. Over 4 decades she has travelled and trained in naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Mediine, natural hygiene (colonics), macrobiotics, nutrition and modern medical science.'),
new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('Dr. Marilyn Dyson', 'What Neuro Therapy To Do When', 'Sensory Processing Disorder effects a child’s perceptin of the world by altering their ability to hear, see, taste, touch, do and experience. Dr. Dyson will review selection and proper sequencing for SPD and other neuro-developmental disorders that include AD/HD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, learning delay and behavioural disorders. The lecture will incorporates diagnosis and treatment of primitive reflexes, auditory/visual processing, sensory integration, fine/gross motor development, digestive disorder and biochemical imbalances.
'+ 'Dr. Marilyn Dyson has a unique and deep understanding of both the biochemistry and neurology of language and learning disorders. Dr Dyson is a General Practitioner in Pymble, where she combines biomedicine with therapies to promote neurodevelopment. She developed an expertise while helping her own child with neuro-developmental issues.'), new Array('Wayne Wilson, PhD', 'Auditory Processing & Speech', 'This seminar will discuss the most cited definition of (central) auditory processing disorder ((C)APD), that of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (2005). With this definition in place, the rest of the seminar will review one of the more popular (C)APD assessment, rehabilitation and management models currently in use around the world - the Bellis/Ferre model. Whilst the theory behind the model will be discussed, the seminar will concentrate mostly on the hands-on application of the model, including practical exercises on the assessment, rehabilitation and management tools used.
'+ ''), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', ''), new Array('Sue Larter BOptom, FACBO, FCOVD', 'Visual Processing', 'Presentation will focus on identification and treatment of vision, vision motor and visual perceptual deficits. The lecture will offer practical tips on identifying symptoms, sequencing treatments and creating the ideal environment at home and in the classroom.
'+ 'Sue Larter is a founding member of the VMPRS group of practitioners dedicated to supporting children with neuro-developmental delay and educating therapists to work from a multi-modal perspective. She practices Behavioural Optometry in Pennant Hills and consults with Giant Steps.'), new Array('Matthew Bourke', 'Allergy Relief, ', '
'+ ''), new Array('Janet Taylor', 'LEAP: Kinesiology', 'LEAP is a novel Program for the correction of most types of Learning Disabilities based an a unique combination of Acupressure and direct muscle biofeedback called Kinesiology to first assess which specific brain areas are desynchronised by various stressors, then to identify the stressor causing disintegration of brain function, and finally directing the type and degree of acupressure treatment necessary to re-synchronise brain function. This talk will discuss the LEAP Model of Learning based on Brain Integration, the basic LEAP Protocol and results of studies done to demonstrate it\'s efficacy. LEAP was first developed in 1985, and through continuing work with Clinical Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Neurologists and other health professionals, LEAP continues to develop new techniques to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of this successful program.
'+ 'For more on LEAP visit http://www.rfk.ch/fileadmin/user_upload/rfk/tolearn.pdf
'+ 'Janet Taylor is a certified LEAP (Learning Enhanced Advancement Program) practitioner and instructor. Janet has been running a clinical practice on the Northern Beaches, Sydney for 7 years and is a graduate of the College for Energetic Sciences in Melbourne. For more information visit www.integratemybrain.com/index.htm'), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('Karen Wheelwright', 'Choosing The Right Diet', 'Karen will cover the main ASD diets; Gluten-Free, Casein-Free, Specific Carbohydrate, Gut And Psychology Syndrome, management/elimination of chemicals (additives, preservatives, phenols, salicylates, oxalates), what diet suits what child, progressing from one diet to another, avoiding the pitfalls that lead many to assume “the diet is not working”.
'+ 'Karen Wheelright recovered her son Luke from Autism and is now consulting with parents to help families effectively follow biomedical and nutritional protocols. '), new Array('Martha Mack', 'Sound Therapies', '
'+ ''), new Array('','Q & A','') ); var friday2=new Array( new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', ''), new Array('Nicole Rogerson & Charmaine Fraser', 'Applied Behavioural Analysis', 'Discussion will cover the theory of Applied Behavioural Analysis, its implementation and its outcomes.
'+ 'Nicole Rogerson has been President and developed the website of the non-for-profit parent ABA interest group, Learning to Learn. She is a frequent public speaker on ASD and ABA as well as continuing her role with other parents in lobbying state government for increased funds for ABA programs.
Charmaine Fraser is the proud mother of Jack 4 and Claire 3 years. With a background in finance she was thrust into the unfamiliar world of autism when her son was diagnosed with Autism at age 2. Drawing on valuable experience, Charmaine now works with Lizard Children’s Centre co-coordinating Applied Behaviour Analysis training for therapists and the families they work with.'), new Array('Georgina Ahrens', 'Floortime', 'This talk will provide participants with an introduction and overview to Dr Stanley Greenspan\'s Developmental, Individual-Difference, Relationship Based Floortime) Model of treatment. The DIR (Floortime) Model is used to address the functional emotional development of children who have a dysfunction in relating and communicating with others. Identifying six functional emotional milestones and how to work towards these in therapy.
'+ 'Georgina Ahrens is an Occupational Therapist and has spent the past ten years specialising in working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Sensory Integration Dysfunction. She worked in the United States for six years recieveing extensive training and experience in SI, Auditory Integration Programs and the DIR Floortime Model. She runs a private practice in Lane Cove which provides these services to her families in Sydney.'), new Array('Justine Watson', 'Managing Grief and Relationships', 'When a child is diagnosed with a disability the challenges can become consuming, exhausting and isolating for the parent/caregiver. There are many levels of strain (emotional, financial, time, relationships) on families dealing with paediatric illness. This presentation will provide families and caregivers tips on how to work through grief, manage relationships and maintain a healthy state in order to support themselves and the family.
'+ 'Justine Watson is a counsellor specialising in families dealing with neuro-developmental disorders. She is mother of two young sons, one with Autism and the other AD/HD.'), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('Rosalba Courtney', 'Breathing Dysfunction In Children', 'Breathing can have significant impact on children’s health. Improving children’s breathing habits can assist the functioning of their immune system, brain and nervous system. Some children can also benefit from breathing based therapies such as intermittent hypoxic training ( IHT) and Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) which can optimize oxygen uptake, transport and metabolism.
'+ 'Rosalba Courtney has been working with brain-immune-gut disorders in children and adults for over a decade. She is currently working on a PhD in Breathing Dysfunction at RMIT University and travels worldwide studying cutting edge techniques in this field.'), new Array('Rhonda Filmer', 'Tips for Teachers & Educators', '
'+ 'Rhonda began her teaching career in public primary schools in the 1970s with the maxim ringing in her ears that “there is no such thing as a lazy child”. Her career-long commitment has been to explore the causes of underachievement and to maximise the academic potential of students, many of whom were gifted students. Rhonda completed the Certificate of Gifted Education at UNSW with Prof Miraca Gross in 1992 converting it to a Masters’ degree in 1997. She held the inaugural position of Gifted and Talented Co-ordinator at St Andrew’s Cathedral School till 2002 when she established an educational consultancy called Twice Exceptional which caters to the learning needs of gifted students and those with learning disabilities, their parents and schools. It has been a fascinating journey and in thirty years she still hasn’t found a child whose underlying causation has been inherent laziness or purely behavioural difficulties!'), new Array('','Q & A','') );
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var saturday1=new Array( new Array('Dr. Kenneth Bock', 'Healing The New Childhood Epidemics; Autism, ADHD, Asthma, Allergies', 'A group of new childhood epidemics is emerging which Dr. Bock has termed “The 4-A Disorders” for Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies.” In his opening lecture, Dr. Bock will present evidence that shows that the recent epidemics of these seemingly unrelated disorders are linked by similar mechanisms including underlying genetic vulnerability triggered by environmental insults. The talk will focus on causative factors, including toxins, allergies, and infections, which all can lead to underlying chronic inflammation. These factors, interacting with nutritional status and enzyme function, can lead to a range of pediatric illness beyond the Four A Disorders, including eczema, intestinal hyperpermeability, colitis, malabsorption, behavioral problems, and learning and language delay.
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'Dr. Bock (MD FAAFP, FACN, CNS) received his medical degree with honors from the University of Rochester. He is an experienced DAN!™ clinician who for the past 24 years has dealt with complex medical problems by integrating alternative modalities with conventional medicine into a comprehensive integrative medical practice, and for the last seven years he has focused that approach on children with autism spectrum disorders and ADD/ADHD. He is the current President of The American College for Advancement in Medicine. He is the co-author of three books: The Road to Immunity, published by Pocket Books, Natural Relief for Your Child’s Asthma, published by Harper Collins and The Germ Survival Guide, published by McGraw Hill. His fourth book, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies, is due for release by Random House in April 2007. He lectures nationally and internationally on immune system health and integrative approaches to autism spectrum disorders. '),
new Array('Dr. Anju Usman',
'Environment And Genetics',
'" Nature versus Nuture/ Genetics versus Enviornment - and the Autism Epidemic"
What role does genetics play in the development of autism? Since there is no such entity as a genetic epidemic, how is the environment contributing to the increasing numbers of patient\'s diagnosed with autism. Dr. Usman will discuss the role of genetic susceptibility, epigenetics,and environmental triggers in patients with autism and developmental delays.
'+ 'Dr. Usman spent 7 years at the Pfeiffer Treatment Center where she helped develop supplement compounds (“Primer and Promoter”) to effectively treat ASD, AD/HD and a range of brain-immuno-gut disorders. She now has her own practice in Chicago focusing on ASD, AD/HD and brain-immuno-gut illness.'), new Array('Dr. N. Campbell-McBride', 'Learning Disabilities, Diabetes, Allergies; The Gut Connection', 'Dr. Campbell McBride returns to Sydney to present how digestive health impacts on many paediatric diseases beyond Autism, AD/HD and neuro-developmental disorders. In her Cambridge clinics she has treated hundreds of people for diabetes, coeliac, epilepsy, chronic fatigue and infections. Her lecture will focus on why digestive tract dysfunction is at the core of a range of Mindd illnesses.
'+ 'Dr. Campbell-McBride has a degree in Medicine (with honors) from Russia and Postgraduate degrees in Neurology and Human Nutrition from the U.K. Her Cambridge Nutrition Clinic specializes in nutrition for people with digestive, immune system, learning and behaviour disorders. She is recognized as one of the world\'s leading experts in nutrition for children with learning disabilities and nutritional intervention for digestive and immune disorders in children and adults. '), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''),
new Array('Richard Lord, PhD', 'The Scientific Basis for Biomedical Treatments of Autism', 'Dr. Lord will cover cellular phenomena that appear to be the root causes of regressive autism and implications for discovering effective means of prevention. Relationships between causative factors and biomedical treatments will also be discussed. The concepts will be summarized as the paradigm of “predisposing, precipitating and propagating factors” that points to origins and outcomes.
'+ 'Richard Lord, PhD has over 3 decades of experience in the area of biochemistry and metabolism serving as clinical lab director of several different facilities and author of numerous books for college curricula. He has consulted with the US National Institute of Health and worked at the Institute of Arthritis and Metabolic Disease. He is currently Director of Science & Education at Metametrix Clinical Laboratory in Georgia.'), new Array('David W. Quig, PhD', 'Studies Of Metals In Children With Neuro-Developmental Disorders', 'State-of-the-art elemental analysis has been utilized in studies designed to assess the relationship between toxic metal exposure and retention, and autism, behavioral/learning disorders and the emotional well being of children. Studies of elemental analysis of scalp hair indicate marked differences in test results among autistic, non-autistic control children, and non-autistic children exhibiting less severe but significant behavioral problems, depression and anxiety. LeClair and Quig, (2001, 2003) have found that elevated levels of certain heavy metals are associated with a range of neuro-develpomental disorders. These studies accentuate the potential impact of toxic metals on the well being of children and further challenge the notion of “safe” or “tolerable” levels of exposure.
'+ 'Dr. Quig has a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry with 26 years of research experience related to nutrition, metabolism and disease. He has a passion for preventative medicine and is extensively published in peer-reviewed biomedical journals. He is currently Vice President of Scientific Support at Doctor’s Data in St. Charles, Illinois.'), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', ''), new Array('Dr. Robyn Cosford', 'Infections', 'Pathogenic infection is associated with Mindd illnesses especially in children with neuro-developmental and neuro-biological disorders. Through years of clinical treatment, Dr. Cosford has found effective treatment through dietary intervention, nutritional medicine and alternative therapies. Dr. Cosford will also present an update on her own research into streptococcal/enterococcal dysbiosis, abnormal strep immunology and strep-related illnesses in children with Autism and their family cohort.
'+ 'Dr. Robyn Cosford is founder and Director of the Northern Beaches Care Centre where she combines Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Kinesiology and Orthodox Medicine to treat the whole person. She is the recipient of the Royal Australia College of General Practitioners Medal For Community Medicine.'), new Array('Henry Butt, MSc, PhD', 'Microbes & Inflammation', 'Microorganisms in the intestine of a host represent an individual “power house” continuously producing metabolites that may or may not be beneficial to the individual. The well being of the gastrointestinal tract is controlled by an orchestrated balance between “controlled” and “uncontrolled” inflammation related to these microbial metabolites. Factors causing an imbalance of these systems may result in diseases. Management of these conditions should be individualized with a multi-disciplinary approach.
'+ 'Henry Butt is Director of Bioscreen Labs, University of Melbourne.'), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('Dr. Sinclair Bode', 'Issues with Excitotoxins and PSTs', '
'+ ''), new Array('Peter Dingle', 'Environmental Contaminants & Kids', 'Persistent pollutants such as heavy metals, organochlorine pesticides and contaminants, environmental estrogens accumulate in our food chain. The highest exposure is often found in children who the US EPA suggests may be 10 times more susceptible than adults. Fortunately there are small things we can do to reduce our children’s exposure.
'+ 'Dr. Dingle PhD, WAASM has spent the past 20 years as a researcher and educator. He has more than 100 scientific papers related to indoor air and is an expert in pesticide exposure. He is a regular in the media and can be heard weekly on radio and TV reporting on health and the environment. '), new Array('', 'Q & A', '') ); var saturday2=new Array( new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('','',''), new Array('Nyema Hermiston Adv Dip Hom, ND, RN', 'Homeopathy For Children', 'Mindd children are highly reactive to many medications, yet they are children who need frequent treatment for their symptoms. This poses a dilemma for practitioners and parents, on how to treat them without increasing their toxic load.
'+ 'Homeopathic medicines can treat both acute and chronic ailments, have no toxic side effects and can significantly lessen the need for antibiotics, analgesics, laxatives, antihistamines etc. In these presentations, homeopathy will be presented as an effective adjunct to the dietary exclusions and other treatments that are already used to treat these children.' ), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', ''), new Array('Dr. Steven Gutstein', 'Relationship Development Intervention','RDI® is a program for educating and coaching parents and teachers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and others who interact and work with the child. It is a ‘mission oriented’ program. This means that it is not wedded to any specfic techniques. The mission of RDI® is to develop the most effective methods to remediate those specific deficits which impede people on the autism spectrum from productive employment, independent living, marriage and intimate social relationships.
Steven Gutstein serves as Director of The Connections Center and is the Board President of the Foundation For Autism Research and Remediation (FARR), both located in Houston Texas. For the last 20 years, he has worked to develop a research-based intervention program addressing the core deficits shared by all people on the autism spectrum. That program, intent on improving quality of life, is called Relationship Development Intervention (RDI).'), new Array('M. Sichel ND DO PhD & F. Dalton ND Herb, Nutr', 'Natural Solutions', 'Dr. Sichel has coined the recent generation effected by Mindd illness as the “Alphabet Kids”. His lecture will focus on effective naturopathic ways to treat Autism, AD/HD and all brain-immuno-gut issues by optimising the body’s natural ability to heal. Key topics will include healing the gut, nutrition, ph balancing, natural chelation, and achieving optimal nutrient levels. Case studies will be presented.
'+ 'Frances Dalton will discuss Natural Solutions for children within the ASD spectrum, highlighting some of the key principles, natural supplements & herbal remedies that can be used in the “Alphabet Kids Protocol” developed by Michael Sichel. This protocol focuses on detoxification, digestive system repair & immune enhancement. Presentation will include some case histories.
'+ 'Dr. Sichel is one of Australia’s pioneers in treating paediatric brain-immuno-gut disorders which he chronicled in his treatment guide Good News For The Alphabet Kids.
'+ 'Frances Dalton has effectively adopted much of Dr. Sichels program and will cover how to support glutathione and mineral levels, control candida, heal the gut and support the immune and nervous systems.
'+ 'Frances Dalton is a Naturopath, Herbalist & Nutritionist. She has done extensive post-graduate study in the biomedical treatment of children within the ASD spectrum. She is passionate about the benefits of a Natural Holistic approach that honours the inborn potential of these children to be healthy. Frances aims to address the causes of learning & behavioural problems & to support & assist parents on the pathway to unlocking the beautiful personality & potential of their child. '),
new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', ''), new Array('Jacques Duff, MAPs, AMACNEM', 'Neurofeedback', 'The majority of Neuoro-developmental disorders including Autism, AD/HD, speech and language delay, dyspraxia, dyslexia, depression and behavioural disorders all share a common lack of synchrony in brain function. Methods that improve synchronization include D4 dopamine receptors, folate-dependent methylation, diet, metabolism, Omega 3 and neuro-feedback. Jacques Duff will review synchronization as well as choice and sequencing of therapies.
'+ 'Jacques Duff is founder and Director of the Behavioural Neurotherapy Clinic in Melbourne where they combine Orthodox Medicine, diet and neuro-psychology to treat children and adults with AD/HD, Autism, learning delay, behavioural disorders and depression.'), new Array('Jan & David Brenton', 'Managing Treatments', 'Autism is a multi faceted disorder that can affect major body systems as well as impairing the behavioural and cognitive functions of the child … these children are physically sick and have medical problems which in many cases can be resolved particularly if the child is young and parents are willing to follow a biomedical approach. There is a logical progression to follow for everyone and then beyond this each child may require more intense individualised treatments.
'+ 'Jan Brenton is a nurse, founder of au.groups.yahoo.com/ group/ biomedicalautismgroup/ and grandmum to anu autistic boy. Her son David, is a hands-on father effectively managing the biomedical protocol for his son.'), new Array('', 'Q & A', '') );
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var sunday1=new Array( new Array('Richard Lord, PhD', 'Focusing Biomedical Treatments with Laboratory Data', 'Dr. Lord will review the scope of laboratory evaluations used to guide autism treatments. Cases that show biochemical signs of focal disturbances will be presented. Data sets that show the incidences of various factors will be reviewed. Overall the presentation will lead to understanding the promises and limitations of biomedical therapies for autism and related disorders.
'+ 'Richard Lord, PhD has over 3 decades of experience in the area of biochemistry and metabolism serving as clinical lab director of several different facilities and author of numerous books for college curricula. He has consulted with the US National Institute of Health and worked at the Institute of Arthritis and Metabolic Disease. He is currently Director of Science & Education at Metametrix Clinical Laboratory in Georgia.' ), new Array('Dr. Kenneth Bock', 'Treatments For Immune System Dysfunction & Inflammation', 'Immune dysfunction, including immune deficiency and/or autoimmunity, is very common in the Autism Spectrum Disorders and in neurobiological illness. This immune dysfunction may be related to several underlying factors including toxins, infections, oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. Dr. Bock will present a multi-faceted approach to modulating immunity to help improve mental and physical health.
'+
'Dr. Bock (MD FAAFP, FACN, CNS) received his medical degree with honors from the University of Rochester. He is an experienced DAN!™ clinician who for the past 24 years has dealt with complex medical problems by integrating alternative modalities with conventional medicine into a comprehensive integrative medical practice, and for the last seven years he has focused that approach on children with autism spectrum disorders and ADD/ADHD. He is the current President of The American College for Advancement in Medicine. He is the co-author of three books: The Road to Immunity, published by Pocket Books, Natural Relief for Your Child’s Asthma, published by Harper Collins and The Germ Survival Guide, published by McGraw Hill. His fourth book, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies, is due for release by Random House in April 2007. He lectures nationally and internationally on immune system health and integrative approaches to autism spectrum disorders. '
),
new Array('Dr. Anju Usman',
'Finding a Safe Path to Heavy Metal Detoxification',
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Natural & Pharmaceutical Approaches
'Children with autism have been found to have oxidative stress, low glutathione levels, and higher excretion of mercury on challenge testing. By enhancing natural detoxification such as methylation, glutathione conjugation, and sulfation oxidative stress and inflammation can improve.
As neuroinflammation improves behavioral, cognitive, and mental symptoms improve as well.
'+ 'Dr. Usman spent 7 years at the Pfeiffer Treatment Center where she helped develop supplement compounds (“Primer and Promoter”) to effectively treat ASD, AD/HD and a range of brain-immuno-gut disorders. She now has her own practice in Chicago focusing on ASD, AD/HD and brain-immuno-gut illness.' ), // new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', '' ), new Array('David Quig', 'Pharmacology & Lab Evidence Supporting Chelation', 'Dr. Quig will present clinically relevant pharmacology of well-established metal detoxification agents, lab data to support protocols for urinary metals challenge testing and summarise the published evidence that implicates the beneficial antioxidant effects of the pharmaceutical agents.
'+ 'Dr. Quig has a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry with 26 years of research experience related to nutrition, metabolism and disease. He has a passion for preventative medicine and is extensively published in peer-reviewed biomedical journals. He is currently Vice President of Scientific Support at Doctor’s Data in St. Charles, Illinois.' ), new Array('Daniel Baden', 'Asthma', '
'+ '' ), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', '' ), new Array('Dr. Antony Underwood', 'Case Studies in Mindd Disorders', 'Discussion will include the key components of Mindd issues with a focus on the biochemistry of the brain-immuno-gut link, managing diagnostic tests and treatments, recognizing and managing environmental factors, supporting detoxification pathways and enzyme function.
'+ 'Dr. Underwood practices paediatric medicine at the Pymble Grove Health Centre in Gordon, NSW where he specializes in Autism, ADD, and metabolic and digestive disorders. His work has been featured extensively in print and TV media.' ), new Array('Dr. Jon Criticos', 'Essential Fatty Acids', '
'+ '' ), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', '' ), new Array('Dr. R. Stuckey', 'The Pfeiffer Approach', '
'+ '' ), new Array('David Austin PhD.', 'Making Sense Of All The Options', '
'+ '' ), new Array('', 'Q & A', ''), new Array('Dr. Emmanuel Varipatis', 'Environmental Toxins ', '
'+ '' ) );
var sunday2=new Array( new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', '' ), new Array('Cindy L. Griffin, DSH-P, D.I.Hom.', 'Sequential / Integrative Homeopathy', 'Cindy Griffin & Lindyl Lanham will co-present their approach of Sequential/Integrative Homeopathy in the successful, individualized treatment of ASD’s based upon biomedical research. They will present some compelling case studies of recovered and recovering children through application of gentle, drug-free homeopathy.
'+ 'Cindy Griffin has been actively involved in educating people across the United States about the potential of homeopathy since 1997. In the past 5 years, her team at Homeopathy Center of Houston has created a fully alternative program of Sequential/Integrative homeopathy for autism. Ms. Griffin holds the Diploma of the Institute of Homeopathy, and the Diploma of Sequential Homeopathy. She is the Founder, Curriculum Director and Instructor of Homeopathic Clinical Studies for Houston School of Homeopathy, the only multi-approach school of homeopathy in the USA.
Lindyl Lanham’s experience with autism began in 1972, while completing her Bachelor of Science in Special Education at the University of Texas. The children were victims of the 1960’s rubella/measles epidemic. This experience segued 25 years later into her practice as a Sequential/Integrative Homeopath. Joining Cindy Griffin in practice in 2002, the pair created Homeopathy Center of Houston in 2003. Ms. Lanham holds the Diploma of Sequential Homeopathy and is Vice President of the center in Houston, Texas, USA.' ), new Array('Maxwell Fravall', 'Osteopathy For ASD and Inflammation', 'Osteopathy is a philosophy which sees a dynamic relationship between the structure of the body and its function and recognises that all body systems, including the musculoskeletal system, are interdependent. A disturbance in one causes altered function in other systems of the body. Children may experience health problems that arise from difficulties in pregnancy or labour, from trauma in childhood or they may develop from inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system. The problems may manifest as learning or behavioural problems as well as delayed intellectual or physical development.
'+ 'Maxwell Fravall LL.B., D.O., M.O.Sc.(Paed) has been a practicing Osteopathy for over 20 years with a focus on paediatric care and holds degress in Law and Osteopathy. He is the father of 6 and has a private practice with a focus on ASD and neurodevelopmental delay in Canberra.' ), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', '' ),
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'+ 'Anne Darcy is a naturopath and homoeopath who specialises in the treatment of children with learning and behavioural issues. She runs a clinic at In Golden Health in Sydney.' ),
new Array('Dr. Emmanuel Varipatis', 'Toxicity In Children', // 'Libby Ellis will present the importance of biomedicine based on research she conducted in Newcastle, Australia. Discussion will cover both the research as well as key biomedical approaches driven by the research; investigations were made into potential underlying biochemical and microbiological anomalies in autism. The premise behind the approach is that all disease has a molecular basis. A homogeneous population of individuals exhibiting one disease or symptom set is taken and the metabolism of each individual analysed by measuring a myriad of cellular metabolites using gas chromatography in, for example, blood, urine and faeces. A distinct profile obtained that correlates with a particular symptom set is consistently found. These data then can be used to propose treatment options to the clinician that are often aimed at returning the metabolism of the individual to homeostasis as well as identifying further lines of investigation directed at isolating underlying infectious agents.
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'+ '' ), new Array('Donna Gates', 'Body Ecology Diet', 'In her second presentation Donna Gates will focus on how to implement the body ecology diet including tips on food preparation, steps involved in successful implementation of the BED and strategies for restoring digestive health as a means of restoring metabolism and nutrient absorption. Through food, supplements, hygiene and lifestyle choices Donna coaches on how to restore a healthy digestive tract by restoring beneficial gut flora and reducing pathogenic microbes, rebalancing acid and ph levels, eating foods at the right time and in the right combination and more. Donna will review how to make young coconut kefir and other kid-friendly recipes that help support healthy bodies and healthy minds.
'+ 'Donna Gates is author of Body Ecology Diet which is in its 8th edition and 10th year. She holds degrees in child development, nutrition and human behaviour. Over 4 decades she has travelled and trained in naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Mediine, natural hygiene (colonics), macrobiotics, nutrition and modern medical science.' ), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', '' ), new Array('','',''), new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Q & A', '') );
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var monday1=new Array( new Array('Dr. K. Bock', 'Individualising Approaches On The Road To Recovery', 'The recent epidemic in Autism and neurodevelopmental disorders has a neurobiological basis that requires thorough investigation in each child. Neurotoxicity and neuroinflammation are some of the contributing factors however other important organ systems are frequently involved including digestive, immunological and metabolic. It is vital to determine in each child where the imbalance lies to develop an optimal treatment plan with proper focus and sequencing. This lecture will focus on practical, in-depth information and idea exchange to enable the practitioner to set theory to practice.
'+ 'Dr. Bock (MD FAAFP, FACN, CNS) received his medical degree with honors from the University of Rochester. He is an experienced DAN!™ clinician who for the past 24 years he has dealt with complex medical problems by integrating alternative modalities with conventional medicine into a comprehensive integrative medical practice, and for the last seven years he has focused that approach on children with autism spectrum disorders and ADD/ADHD. He is the current President of The American College for Advancement in Medicine. He is the co-author of three books: The Road to Immunity, published by Pocket Books, Natural Relief for Your Child’s Asthma, published by Harper Collins and The Germ Survival Guide, published by McGraw Hill. His fourth book, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies, is due for release by Random House in April 2007. He lectures nationally and internationally on immune system health and integrative approaches to autism spectrum disorders. ' ), // new Array('','',''), new Array('Dr. A. Usman', 'Biochemical Individuality and the Biomedical Approach. Assessing The Individual', 'By individualizing the history and physical exam, as well as prioritizing laboratory assessment, a unique biomedical treatment plan can be developed for each patient. This plan includes addressing specific dietary, environmental, nutritional and gastrointestinal issues.
'+ 'Dr. Usman spent 7 years at the Pfeiffer Treatment Center where she helped develop supplement compounds (“Primer and Promoter”) to effectively treat ASD, AD/HD and a range of brain-immuno-gut disorders. She now has her own practice in Chicago focusing on ASD, AD/HD and brain-immuno-gut illness.' ), // new Array('','',''), new Array('', 'Tea/Expo', '' ), // new Array('Dr. Richard Lord', // 'Laboratory Analysis', // '
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'Michael Sichel ND DO PhD will present two years of evidence on the success of natural chelation, use of non-synthetic supplements and fermentive functional foods in repairing gut/brain, and natural restoration of immune function. Plus the correct (non-suppression) treatment of fevers and how this repairs ASD. Plus repair of methylation pathways, reversal of ODD & other ASD problems … All with case histories.
'+ '' ), new Array('Daniel Baden ND', 'Alternative Strategies for the Treatment of ASD and Brain-Immuno-Gut Illness', '
'+ '' ), new Array('Dr. Anju Usman', 'Fine Tuning Detoxification Strategies and Individualizing Chelation Protocols', 'Individual differences, symptoms, and laboratory testing determine which detoxification strategies may be most effective. Safe and effective chelation can also be accomplished by taking into account each individual\'s unique needs.
'+ 'Dr. Usman spent 7 years at the Pfeiffer Treatment Center where she helped develop supplement compounds (“Primer and Promoter”) to effectively treat ASD, AD/HD and a range of brain-immuno-gut disorders. She now has her own practice in Chicago focusing on ASD, AD/HD and brain-immuno-gut illness.' ), new Array('', 'Lunch/Expo', '' ), new Array('Drs. Cosford, Dyson, Underwood, Varipatis', 'Making It Work In Australia', '' ), // new Array('David Quig, PhD', // 'Chelation Strategies', // '
'+ // '' // ), // new Array('','',''), new Array('Dr. K. Bock', 'The Broad Spectrum of Autism: Treatment Considerations', 'Autism is a heterogeneous disorder, with several different subsets requiring varied and flexible treatment approaches. This lecture will present treatment considerations for the major contributors to autism spectrum disorders, including chronic inflammation; immune dysfunction; toxification; and nutritional, biochemical, hormonal and metabolic imbalances.
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