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A Functional Medicine and Systems-Based Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Master ASD neurochemistry and care planning in this 25-hour course. Learn to evaluate metabolic and neurological contributors and implement evidence-based interventions with lasting impact.
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Description
This 25-hour online course provides clinicians with a comprehensive, evidence-based framework for understanding and managing Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) through neurochemical, metabolic, and functional strategies. Led by Dr. David Clark, the course covers the full spectrum of neurodevelopmental challenges in ASD, including immune dysregulation, mitochondrial dysfunction, GI pathology, barrier permeability, SNPs, methylation, and more. Attendees will learn how to assess symptoms, interpret lab work, and build personalized care plans using diet, supplementation, lifestyle modification, and follow-up strategies—making this one of the most thorough ASD-focused programs available.
What you’ll learn:
- Understand neurotypical and atypical development, as well as the core diagnostic criteria of ASD
- Evaluate metabolic, gastrointestinal, immune, and neurochemical dysfunctions contributing to ASD symptoms.
- Interpret relevant clinical tests including blood chemistry, organic acids, stool testing, and food sensitivities.
- Apply customized treatment plans involving supplementation, diet, receptor-based therapy, and long-term care strategies.
Syllabus
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- Resource Library for 989
- About this Course
- Journal Articles
- Download: Download the Slides
- Chapter 1 - Course Overview
- Lesson: Course Overview
- Quiz: Chapter 1 Quiz
- Chapter 2 - Autism(s) Defined
- Lesson: Autism(s) Defined
- Quiz: Chapter 2 Quiz
- Chapter 3 - Risk Factors for ASD
- Lesson: Risk Factors for ASD
- Quiz: Chapter 3 Quiz
- Chapter 4 - Mitochondria
- Lesson: Mitochondria Pt. 1
- Lesson: Mitochondria Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 4 Quiz
- Chapter 5 - Cobalamin and Folate Pathways
- Lesson: Cobalamin and Folate Pathways Pt. 1
- Lesson: Cobalamin and Folate Pathways Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 5 Quiz
- Chapter 6 - Glutathione and Sulfation
- Lesson: Glutathione and Sulfation
- Quiz: Chapter 6 Quiz
- Chapter 7 - Methylation
- Lesson: Methylation
- Quiz: Chapter 7 Quiz
- Chapter 8 - The Immune System in ASD
- Lesson: The Immune System in ASD Pt. 1
- Lesson: The Immune System in ASD Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 8 Quiz
- Chapter 9 - Autoantibodies in ASD
- Lesson: Autoantibodies in ASD
- Quiz: Chapter 9 Quiz
- Chapter 10 - Low Vitamin D
- Lesson: Low Vitamin D
- Quiz: Chapter 10 Quiz
- Chapter 11 - Abnormal Essential Fatty Acids
- Lesson: Abnormal Essential Fatty Acids
- Quiz: Chapter 11 Quiz
- Chapter 12 - Glutamate, Tryptophan, & Melatonin
- Lesson: Glutamate, Tryptophan, & Melatonin
- Quiz: Chapter 12 Quiz
- Chapter 13 - Copper/Zinc Ratio
- Lesson: Copper/Zinc Ratio
- Quiz: Chapter 13 Quiz
- Chapter 14 - Metals and ASD
- Lesson: Metals and ASD
- Quiz: Chapter 14 Quiz
- Chapter 15 - The Gastrointestinal System
- You're Halfway There!
- Lesson: The Gastrointestinal System Pt. 1
- Lesson: The Gastrointestinal System Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 15 Quiz
- Chapter 16 - The Microbiome
- Lesson: The Microbiome
- Quiz: Chapter 16 Quiz
- Chapter 17 - ASD Testing
- Lesson: ASD Testing
- Quiz: Chapter 17 Quiz
- Chapter 18 - Organic Acids
- Lesson: Organic Acids
- Quiz: Chapter 18 Quiz
- Chapter 19 - Antibody Testing
- Lesson: Antibody Testing
- Quiz: Chapter 19 Quiz
- Chapter 20 - Cytokine Systems
- Lesson: Cytokine Systems
- Chapter 21 - ASD Treatment
- Lesson: ASD Treatment Pt. 1
- Lesson: ASD Treatment Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 21 Quiz
- Chapter 22 - B Vitamin & Folate Supplementation
- Lesson: B Vitamin & Folate Supplementation
- Quiz: Chapter 22 Quiz
- Chapter 23 - Anti Fungals/ Anti Bacterials
- Lesson: Anti Fungals/ Anti Bacterials
- Quiz: Chapter 23 Quiz
- Chapter 24 - Supplements
- Lesson: Supplements Pt. 1
- Lesson: Supplements Pt. 2
- Quiz: Chapter 24 Quiz
- Chapter 25 - Case Study 1
- Lesson: Case Study 1
- Chapter 26 - Case Study 2
- Lesson: Case Study 2
- Chapter 27 - Case Studies 3 & 4
- Lesson: Case Studies 3 & 4
- Chapter 28 - Case Study 5
- Lesson: Case Study 5
- Chapter 29 - Case Study 6
- Lesson: Case Study 6
- Chapter 30 - Case Studies 7-9
- Lesson: Case Studies 7-9
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A Functional Medicine and Systems-Based Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Master ASD neurochemistry and care planning in this 25-hour course. Learn to evaluate metabolic and neurological contributors and implement evidence-based interventions with lasting impact.
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