Pathways Developmental Pediatrics

Ready and looking forward to seeing everyone in person this week!

I would love to see your children in-person again!

I am offering a "trial week" in April, with additional times in the future, if desired.

Masks are required, and the standard COVID protocols will be followed. More details about the appointment can be found on the scheduling link.

I hope to see you!

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A recent email update from a mom, who has an amazing son on the autism spectrum, made my day! With her permission, I wanted to share a some of her son's story since starting sulforaphane:

"He is making such amazing progress since adding the BROQ capsules. He has added 20 new words (picture and verbal) just in the past month to his vocabulary."

Clinically, I've seen improvements in anxiety in children who aren't on the spectrum as well.

The biggest trouble is taste and tolerability... This mom found mixing the capsule contents with 5mLs of fruit juice masked the taste and allows her son to take it without any difficulty.

Please remind me to discuss this at your next appointment, or schedule a follow-up if you're interested in learning more!

In the meantime, here is handout with links to studies, as well as trusted brands, and dosages.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and UVA has organized an amazing calendar events. All are free, and most require registration.
Be sure to check out family yoga lead by Sheila from Dot to Dot: Pediatric Speech Language Therapy LLC!

May 2022 Mental Health Awareness Youth Activities Presented by Friends of UVA Childrens What helps you shine? Click the tabs to the right to navigate 01 The Great Outdoors 02 Relax and Unwind 03 Channel Your Inner Artist 04 Let’s Get Active! 05 Music, Cooking and More 06 For Parents & Caregivers May 2022 Mental Health Awareness Month Free Youth Activity Guide Presented by Friends of....

Sulforaphane in Autism

Sulforaphane is a phytochemical found in broccoli sprouts shown to reduce challenging behaviors and improve socialization in adolescent males with autism. It has exciting potential, with only mild (if any) side effects.

I’ve attached a handout with more information.

If you are a current patient, please remind me to discuss this at your next visit, if you’d like to learn more! 🥦🥦

Here are a links to articles showing very strong evidence of support:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4217462/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7527484/

In hopes to help meet the increasing demand, we are now offering Rapid COVID-19 Antigen testing! We use the BinaxNow Antigen test, endorsed by the Virginia Department of Health for testing of asymptomatic or symptomatic persons, within the first 7 days of symptoms.

Testing is FREE! But, we'd love for you to consider a small donation to Reclaimed Hope Initiative when scheduling. Check out the amazing work they do for special needs families in the community!

Please be sure to schedule an appointment to ensure availability of tests.
https://pathwayscvillescheduling.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=26615394

Great summary and reminder

EXCELLENT ARTICLE AND GRAPHIC ABOUT HOW EMOTIONS AND BEHAVIOR CAN BE THE RESULT OF AND UNDERLYING ISSUE

"Observing the behavior of an anxious child is sometimes like looking at the tip of an iceberg: underlying the anxious behavior are layers of emotions and experiences."

https://gozen.com/8-ways-a-childs-anxiety-shows-up-as-something-else/

Get vaccinated.

Today, The New York Times and Los Angeles Times feature our plea to all Americans. It’s urgent that we take the scientifically proven measures to protect our children:
- Get vaccinated. 💉
- Wear masks, especially in schools. 😷
- Social distance and wash hands. 🤲

I've had a number of parents ask about how to support their child on the spectrum as they enter/go through puberty.
This is a great resource for education on this topic, as well as s*x and gender identity.
https://researchautism.org/s*x-ed-guide/?fbclid=IwAR31lyYgVP-iCzTLjuS6_UBkiPgoEE5rdv9nj2gWVHYetm6o-ls1U_reK-M

S*x Ed | Organization for Autism Research This guide is a s*xuality and s*x education resource written specifically for people on the autism spectrum age 15 and up. People on the autism spectrum sometimes don’t have the chance to learn about s*xuality and s*x in ways that work for...

Going back to school this Fall is stressful for parents and children. If your child is experiencing some anxiety about returning, they aren't alone. Here's a great article with specific ways you can help.

Back-to-School Anxiety During COVID Heading back to school this fall might trigger separation anxiety for kids. Here's how to help them cope, no matter what the school year brings.

This is a fantastic program to round out in-person learning days for locals! Nature is calming and can help with symptoms of anxiety and ADHD.

The schedule for Initial Visits will open tomorrow at 8am!
- All visits remain virtual
- Availability for initial visits as early as next week!
- To help with scheduling, take a moment to complete the Telemedicine Welcome Packet ahead of time.

Looking forward to seeing new faces...and homes!

Scheduling Link: http://www.pathwayscville.com/schedule-an-appointment-1

Welcome Packet:https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5748d87e27d4bdfe2291b235/t/5e7cbd071fa3014a5aea0adf/1585233160050/Telemedicine+Welcome+Packet.pdf

Schedule an Appointment- Telemedicine — Pathways Developmental Pediatrics We are doing our part at Pathways Developmental Pediatrics to keep ourselves and our community healthy. We have transitioned to Telephone and Telemedicine Visits for both Initial and Follow-up appointments.