Miracles Do Happen- How Fruitful is The Nemechek Protocol for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Keywords:
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Communication, The Nemechek Protocol, Autonomic Dysfunction, Bacterial Overgrowth, Neurodevelopmental DisordersAbstract
BACKGROUND AND AIM
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental and neurological disorder that affects communication, behavior, social skills, and pragmatics. Over time, multiple pieces of research have been performed to evaluate the etiology and intervention of this disorder. One such approach includes 'The Nemechek Protocol'. The survey-based study conducted on “How Fruitful is The Nemechek Protocol for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder”, aims to assess the efficacy of the protocol for reversal of Autism. This approach purports to ‘repair’ the autonomic functioning of the brain, ‘reverses’ Autonomic Dysfunction by treating intestinal bacterial overgrowths, ‘restores’ microglia function, and ‘maintain’ continued cellular and organ repair.
METHODOLOGY
Survey-based research was conducted. The participants were recruited using simple random sampling. A self-administered questionnaire was presented to the sample, and subsequent questions were asked.
RESULTS
A total of 304 participants completed the questionnaire. Out of which, 256 fell within the inclusion criteria. The results exhibited that 193 participants reported speech development. Moreover, 247 parents also chose to recommend the protocol.
CONCLUSION
It was concluded that out of 256 participants, 200 demonstrated a positive change. The areas of development included speech and language development, increased awareness of the surroundings, and a decline in stimming. 16 participants revealed regression. For these, analysis was performed to infer the reasons. And 40 participants in the sample stated both, presence of progression and regression.
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