Medications for autism : Top 5 Questions and Answers

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Kelsey General joins me today with our community’s 5 biggest questions surrounding medication for autism.

Is There Medication for Autism?

There is no drug or medication specifically labeled to treat autism. However, there are many medications frequently used with patients with autism that treat common symptoms that come with autism. If you have a new diagnosis, medication should not be the first step. Medication can be used as a part of a treatment package, along with ABA therapy, behavioral plans, ruling out other health issues, and taking calendar data to track your child’s behavior and symptoms.

Medication for Autism and ADHD, Anxiety, and Aggression

Children with autism commonly experience mental health conditions including ADHD, anxiety, and aggression. Just like any patient without autism, these conditions can be treated with medication. It is important to understand if these conditions are creating a block to learning and contributing to behaviors or other symptoms. If you’re considering these medications, be sure to work with a physician to determine the correct medication, as well as the dosage and take data over time. Additionally to medication, sometimes supplements like magnesium, zinc, etc. can be beneficial to children with deficits and you can work with a functional nutritionist to determine if this is right for you, always taking data along the way.

How to Tell if Medication is Working?

Data. Data. Data. If your child has recently started a new medication, keep in mind that things don’t always change right away, some medications take time to work in the system before you will see noticeable differences. Be sure to keep clear and specific data on the medication your child is taking along with the dose because some dosages may need to be raised or lowered or if you decide to take your child off the medication, it may need to be tapered down before completely stopping. There are usually many options in medications that work differently for each body. If your insurance allows, I recommend using a genetic swab test like Genomind to understand the medications that might be best for your child based on their unique DNA.

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You’ll Learn

  • Is there medication for autism?
  • How to help your child take medicine?
  • Supplements vs. Medication, what’s better?
  • Common symptoms of autism that can be treated with medication.
  • How to tell if medication is working?
  • Why data is so important when introducing medications.

Resources

Free Workshop

Increase Talking &
Decrease Tantrums

in Young Children with

Autism &/or Speech Delays