SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE: That autism is predestined by genetics.

BUT NOW WE KNOW: Genes create vulnerability but in almost every case, other environmental triggers are required for autism to develop. Environment can make anyone’s life worse – or better.  It can make autism more or less severe, too.

WHAT YOU CAN DO: Learn what you need to about the genes you can’t change, and control what you can by making your family’s environment as supportive, nurturing and nourishing as you can, and by avoiding potential triggers like toxins, infections and stress.