Autism spectrum disorder has no single known cause. There are many different factors that have been identified that may make a child more likely to have ASD, including environmental, biologic, and genetic factors. There have been NO reliable studies that show a link between Autism and the use of vaccines.
Each person with ASD is further diagnosed with either ASD level 1, level 2, or level 3, depending on how severe their disorder is and how much support they need in their daily life.
While individuals with ASD can share symptoms in common, each individual is different and so are their strengths and difficulties.
The three levels of ASD help doctors prescribe appropriate therapies for the unique needs of their patients. These therapies can help the person with ASD make the most of their strengths and improve their social, language, and behavior skills.
For parents of a child with ASD, knowing which level the child has can help prepare them for the types of challenges their child might face in daily life.
At Din Neurology, under the guidance of Dr. Din, a board-certified pediatric neurologist and epileptologist, we specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and delivering tailored medical care for individuals with autism. Our approach integrates cutting-edge, non-medication, and non-invasive evidence-based technology in the form of TMS, which has proven to significantly enhance the quality of life and daily functioning for our patients
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2) is an activity-based assessment administered by Dr. Din himself to evaluate communication skills, social interaction, and imaginative use of materials in individuals who are suspected to have autism spectrum disorder. The ADOS-2 is currently considered the “gold standard” for collecting standardized and objective information about social communication skills, restricted interests, and repetitive behaviors.
The ADOS-2 testing is designed for individuals as young as 12-months of age all the way through adulthood. ADOS-2 requires no significant sensory or motor impairments (e.g., blindness, deafness, confined to wheelchair).
The ADOS-2 comprises several modules. Dr. Din select the appropriate module for an individual based upon the person’s language ability (ranging from no speech to verbally fluent) and age.
The 30-60 minutes assessment is scheduled with Dr. Din. When toddlers or children are being assessed, the parent may be asked to be present in the room for the entire administration. A parent’s primary role is to simply observe, although Dr. Din may ask the parent to interact with the child in specific ways at certain points during the ADOS-2. For adolescents and adults, the ADOS-2 is typically administered with only the patient and Dr. Din in the room.
The results of the assessment are reviewed with families shortly following the completion of the comprehensive evaluation. In some cases, this is during the same appointment as the assessment. In other cases, a separate follow-up appointment may be scheduled to go over the results and discuss recommendations. Families are also provided a written detailed report. This is typically available 1-2 weeks following the assessment.
We treat ASD patients with time-tested & proven advanced technology, MeRT. MeRT stands for Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy, a groundbreaking approach merging FDA-approved TMS with EEG and EKG technologies. This cutting-edge combination allows for personalized treatments, targeting individual brain patterns. MeRT represents a non-invasive and medication-free therapy, harnessing the power of brainwave analysis to customize treatments according to each person's distinct brain patterns. This innovative approach offers highly effective outcomes.
TMS treatment for Autism usually lasts for six to eight weeks. Appointments are 20 to 40 minutes from Monday-Friday(in some cases from Monday-Saturday, depending upon patient's personalized plan). Usually parents notice and report significant improvements in their child's symptoms during the first few weeks.*
The initial consultation at Din Neurology is a comprehensive one-hour appointment with our MeRT / TMS consultant and board-certified neurologist, Dr. Din. During this session, Dr. Din conducts a thorough, personalized assessment, utilizing a range of techniques including, but not limited to, detailed neurological examination, brain mapping, cognitive testing, qEEG,EKG and MRI/MRA scans. These results are meticulously analyzed by Dr. Din himself, who then crafts an individualized treatment plan. Our dedicated staff subsequently reaches out to the patient to coordinate and establish the treatment plan schedule. The duration and frequency of treatments are customized to meet the unique needs of each individual.
During a TMS session, the patient reclines in a comfortable treatment chair while the provider conducts precise brain mapping to identify target areas for stimulation. Once the provider positions the coil next to the patient's head, the TMS machine generates magnetic pulses directed at the specified brain region. Typically lasting between 20 to 40 minutes, patients often experience a gentle 'buzzing' sensation on the scalp during the procedure. It's important to note that TMS sessions are virtually painless, ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients.
Dr. Din typically assesses treatment progress within the first week of initiation and, if necessary, makes adjustments to the plan to ensure that the desired results are achieved.
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