When
Raja was diagnosed with autism in 2000, I was advised to institutionalize
him. He had lost skills consistently for the past year, despite the administration
of therapies. The diagnosticians suggested there was nothing that could
be done to help Raja; autism was a brain disorder, they said, and his
fate was irrevocably sealed. Although parents were experimenting with
dietary intervention and experiencing some success in the reduction of
autistic behaviors, the diagnosticians adamantly dissuaded me from trying,
saying dietary information only worked for 10% of the population. What
if Raja was part of that 10% I wondered to myself. Despite their advice,
I went home and tried it. It worked for a short while, then failed. However,
once I individualized Raja's diet to his specific needs, his progress
was amazing. Then, when I identified and removed the environmental toxins
that were preventing spontaneous, developmental advancement, Raja's healing
became unstoppable.
Climbing Out Of Autism One Bite At A Time explains the two-pronged, dietary and environmental approach I pioneered as the foundation of Raja's healing. The book includes a detailed list of dos and don'ts; recipes; additional resources; and a description of a stable state- the balanced condition that naturally promotes healing and how to achieve it. Climbing Out Of Autism One Bite At A Time is the basis for Reaching Raja: A Miraculous Journey Into Autism Recovery, an inspirational 90-minute DVD depicting Raja's recovery from the limitations of severe autism.
149-page
soft-cover book $14.95
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here.
Discover the film viewers are calling "beautiful," "touching,"inspirational," and "wonderful." This 90-minute educational documentary provides a rare window into the experience of healing severe autism. Offering incredible, candid footage of Raja at home, grocery shopping, playing sports, and completing homework, this full-length movie also includes my healing philosophy and experiences, expanded from my book Climbing Out Of Autism One Bite At A Time. The film contains testimonials and includes a 32-page handbook featuring testing information, supplement information, and copies of Raja's many awards, including the Presidential Award for Academic Achievement and sports recognition awards. Autism recovery is possible!
90-minute
DVD plus 32 page handbook $49.95
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here.
Dave
Hoover is a self-taught harpist and musician whose heavenly sounds grace
the corridors of the Cancer Unit, Emergency Room, and other floors at
the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH). I met
Dave briefly during a shift change, but the encounter left a lasting impression. I asked him if he would be interested in recording the soundtrack
for our film, to which he said yes.
It is said that the harp is the instrument played by angels. When combined with passion, talent, and a heart dedicated to healing others, the music emitted from this beautiful instrument takes on a magical, ethereal quality. Our thoughts and worries are hushed in the gentlest way, as if the angels themselves gather round to bestow their grace, hope, and brotherly love. I have witnessed this hush in myself and others every time Dave plays. Even Raja, who got to experiment with Dave's harps, banjos, and their exotic instruments built from scratch, is enthralled by Dave's resonant melodies.
Dave
recorded the soundtrack specifically for the movie. My favorite track
is the one inspired by Raja's joyous curiosity when he entered Dave's
musical domain, two strangers meeting for the first time. Dave allowed
Raja to play all his instruments, watching with delight as Raja's 
face
lit up the first time he plucked a string and made music. Dave then recorded
a song using many different types of instruments, capturing the merriment of music-making, ending the track
with a hearty laugh. No matter how many times I hear this CD, it always
makes me smile long after the last song plays.
Reaching
Raja Soundtrack (11 tracks) $14.95
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click here.
The Boy Who Could Not Sleep, by Michelle Cheney
Made with love and offered as a Christmas gift to friends and family who had stood by me during the course of Raja's recovery journey, this hand-written, self-illustrated, hand-bound book is a children's story of autism recovery. Using simple language, The Boy Who Could Not Sleep is Raja's story told from my heart, as a starry-eyed first-time mom in love with her newborn who cannot sleep.
The
Boy Who Could Not Sleep
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click here.
NEW! AUTISM RECOVERY EDUCATION REPORTS: The Power of Information to Transform Limitation. Click here to learn more and to see the full choices of reports. Click here to order.
Our product selection is expanding! We are focusing on educational tools to help parents, professionals, and educators reach and rehabilitate the autistic individuals they love and care for. We are using convenient formats including booklets, books, CDs and DVDs. Topics include nutritional supplements for autistic children, dietary alternatives for sensitive kids, and understanding environmental issues effecting developmental progress.
As we develop new products, we welcome your suggestions and requests. Please email your feedback here. Also, please check Additional Resources for products we have used in our home to forward Raja's progress.