Dear Parent
Welcome to our website.
If you are the parent or relative of a child (or adult) affected by Autistic Spectrum Disorder ( ASD ) and particularly if this has been recently diagnosed; then you are probably confused, angry and worried at this point in time and in need of help and support. Take heart, Autism is treatable – maybe not yet curable, but a lot can be done to improve this disorder and help your child to recover to the best of his or her ability.
First of all let’s define what ‘Autistic Spectrum Disorder’ ( ASD ) is. It is not one condition and it (ASD) affects every child in a slightly different way. Conditions which are considered to be 'on the Spectrum' are:
Classical (Kanner’s) Autism
Regressive Autism
Asperger’s syndrome
Pervasive Developmental Disorder ( PDD )
Attention Deficit Disorder ( ADD )
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder ( ADHD )
Developmental Delay
Dyslexia
Dyscalcula
Stammering
Stuttering
- and many more besides. The common factor in all of these conditions is a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental factors ( more about this on other web pages ) which result in biochemical imbalances, intestinal inflammation and digestive problems and neurological mal – function.
These in turn, cause the spectrum of problems that is ASD whether they are behavioural, digestive, speech delay, or whatever.
First, some Questions and Answers
Who/ what is Secrenase ?
Secrenase is an organisation dedicated to the development of understanding of the causes of, and available therapies for, ASD, and have developed a therapeutic approach to ASD which can be applied without the need for a face to face consultation with a doctor – ideal for parents who live in remote areas.
How long has Secrenase been treating ASD children ?
10 years. During this time we have treated approximately 2000 children, and currently have some 500 children on therapy throughout the world.
How many of these children recover ?
Our success rates are good. 10 % of children have not improved at all, 20% have improved in many areas; the remaining children are either still on therapy or have made sufficient improvements that parents have decided to halt therapy and see how they continue to progress without it.
What is Secrenase therapy ?
The therapy we offer is as unique as there are that many children; however there are guidelines which are determined by the problems facing each child and their parents.
What therapy do you offer ?
We need to correct any dysbiosis (see section on other web pages) address any heavy-metal toxicity, correct vitamin and mineral imbalances and correct the cause of the cellular signalling failure; which has recently been found to be the probable ‘root cause’ for ASD.
What is ‘cellular signalling failure’ and why is my child affected ?
( see web pages which discuss this topic in more detail )
Cellular signalling failure is the failure of the DNA within each cell to tell that cell how to develop and how to function. The result of this failure in the brain is that the brain cell does not develop its full potential; and does not function as it was designed to do. This failure to perform is at the heart of ASD and accounts for why some children just fail to progress in development and others actually regress and lose skills that they had.
The most potent cause for this cellular signalling failure discovered to date is heavy-metal toxicity. Children vary (for genetic reasons) in their ability to ‘deal’ with heavy metals and this may be why some children seem to be ‘Autistic’ from birth while others develop ASD after initial normal development.
How can I tell if my child is not able to deal with heavy metals ?
It is possible to perform a chromosome analysis to determine those children ‘at risk’ of heavy metal toxicity. If a child has already developed ASD then it is to some extent a case of ‘shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted’ however some parents still wish to know and of course, it could be vital to know if there are other children in the family who are coming to an age when they might be due a vaccination.
How can I tell if my child has heavy-metal toxicity ?
By an analysis of a hair sample it can be determined whether there is toxicity due to
heavy metals such as Mercury, Aluminium, Lead and others. We can also tell whether there is a Copper deficiency ( deficiency of Copper makes a child more susceptible to heavy-metal toxicity).
How can I tell if my child has dysbiosis ?
By a stool (poo) analysis. This can be done by posting a sample to one of our designated laboratories.
Can dysbiosis be treated ?
Yes it can, and this is fundamentally important. Without correcting dysbiosis none of the other treatments can be fully-effective.
My child is already receiving treatment – what should I do ?
If you are considering treatment by us, we will need a full list of all medication whether prescribed or ‘over the counter’. This is important so as to avoid over-treatment, and also in certain circumstances (probiotic therapy for example) we may be able to suggest a better preparation for your child’s particular needs.
My child is being treated for another medical condition – what then ?
In almost 100% of cases there is no need to alter therapy for any other medical condition. We have found, for reasons that are not completely clear as yet, that many children with ASD and Epilepsy experience a reduction in the frequency and severity of seizures and therapy can often be reduced or sometimes stopped altogether. (This aspect of treatment would be decided by the child’s GP or Specialist)
My child is being treated with Ritalin (or amphetamine) – what then ?
In the words of the world’s most experienced ASD therapist – Dr Bernard Rimland of the Autism Research Institute of San Diego, California – ‘ ASD is never caused by a deficiency of Ritalin’ and therefore we support his view that, in general it should be unnecessary to treat ASD children with these drugs. However, we recommend that initially these medications should be continued until the child’s behaviour improves to the point where these medicines can be ‘tailed off’.
OK – I want to try your therapy – what should I do ?
Please complete the Initial Assessment form ( online, by fax or post ) and forward it to us, together with a contact telephone number and best time to call. In most cases it is best to discuss a child’s problems by phone and one of our consultants will telephone you at a convenient time.
I have some questions not dealt with above – what should I do ?
Please contact us – without obligation – to discuss any aspect of your child or their condition or their treatment. One of our trained Counsellors will be pleased to hear from you.
You can contact us by telephone, fax, e-mail or post. (please see our contact details)
If I decide to treat my child, what tests do you do ?
If possible, all children should have a stool and hair analysis before commencing treatment as this helps us to see what problems a child may have, and to address those problems thereby creating the best possible environment for that child to make substantial progress.
My child has no speech – can you help that ?
All children with ASD have all the necessary equipment for speech. Why many (most) do not is still a mystery, but we are now at the point where we think we know why and that is the first step. Lack of speech is a problem in ASD but often it is the behaviour problems that concern parents more.
If I start my child on your therapy, what can I expect ?
Usually in the first weeks of therapy there is a general improvement – in attention, awareness, sleep and in bowel function. Specific achievements such as speech can take weeks or months to occur; our best result yet was speech within 10 days! – but that is exceptional. It is important to give us, and your child time to develop their specific therapy.
Rest assured that it is our goal to help all children to improve to their fullest extent.
