First published 2010
Jenny McCarthy partners with autism specialist Jerry Kartzinel to create a treatment manual for parents facing autism diagnoses. The book responds to the dramatic 6000 percent increase in autism cases since the 1970s while medical appointments remain months away. McCarthy and Kartzinel present biomedical diets, supplement protocols, and alternative therapies that they claim have transformed children's lives. The guide includes specific tests doctors can perform, research studies to share with physicians, and strategies for prevention during pregnancy. The authors address autism spectrum disorders alongside ADD, ADHD, and OCD. They examine family history markers like allergies, depression, and autoimmune conditions, plus maternal chemical exposure as risk factors. The book positions itself as a practical resource for parents who want immediate action rather than waiting for specialist consultations.
Genres: medical, non-fiction, health, alternative-medicine
Vibes: informative, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: practical-guide, self-help
416 pages · Paperback · Plume