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Thyroid and Its Link to autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan


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Many symptoms of psychological dysfunction have been described with hypothyroidism. Those symptoms most commonly related to thyroid deficiency include forgetfulness, fatigue, mental slowness, inattention, and emotional lability. The predominant affective disorder experienced is depression
The most common type of thyroid disease seen in children with autism is hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition wherein the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone needed for growth and development.

Seeking help to treat thyroid disease for autism

If you are a parent or caregiver of a person with autism and feel it is possible he/she has signs of thyroid disease, it is best to consult your doctor.

Your child will most likely to be screened and undergo a blood test for T3, T4, and TSH. Upon reviewing the results, your doctor should provide you with a diagnosis and a treatment plan, if applicable.


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