DEAR PARENTS

This 20-part webinar series is designed to help you understand autism not only as a developmental or behavioral condition, but as the result of interconnected processes involving the brain, immune system, metabolism, chronic or latent infections, and environmental factors. PURPOSE OF THE SERIES The purpose of Autism Decoded – A Biological Roadmap for Parents is to give parents a structured, science-based understanding of autism as a condition with measurable biological causes and modifiable outcomes. The series is designed to: Explain how brain, immune, metabolic, and microbial systems interact to produce the behaviors and symptoms seen in autism. Clarify how these systems can be investigated using clinical observation, laboratory testing, and, when appropriate, imaging. Link specific symptoms and behaviors to their underlying biological mechanisms. Provide practical therapeutic principles that help parents and professionals set priorities, choose interventions, and monitor responses safely. Outline stage-based outcomes so that families can recognize early, mid, and long-term signs of progress. Prepare parents to handle common concerns and temporary challenges during treatment, such as symptom fluctuations or adverse reactions. Integrate biomedical, behavioral, and educational approaches into a coordinated plan for each child. This series is not intended to replace medical care but to equip parents with the knowledge needed to work more effectively with healthcare providers, therapists, and educators. The ultimate goal is to help parents make informed decisions, avoid unnecessary or ineffective interventions, and support steady, meaningful improvements in their child’s quality of life and development. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Therapeutic Principles – How to approach autism as a treatable set of biological conditions rather than a fixed disorder. This includes principles for investigating underlying causes, prioritizing interventions, and monitoring responses over time. Stage-Based Outcomes – Understanding how improvements often occur in stages—such as initial changes in sleep, attention, or social awareness—before more advanced cognitive and communication gains appear. Recognizing these stages helps set realistic expectations. Understanding Clinical Manifestations – Linking symptoms (e.g., hyperactivity, speech delay, self-stimulatory behaviors) to specific biological mechanisms such as inflammation, immune dysregulation, or gut microbiome changes. Dealing with Possible Concerns – Addressing potential challenges during treatment, including temporary symptom worsening (Herxheimer reactions), fluctuations in behavior, and how to distinguish between side effects and expected transitional changes. STRUCTURE OF EACH SESSION First Hour: Explanation of one key biological layer of autism Discussion of relevant diagnostic tools and lab interpretation Practical strategies for targeted intervention Real-world examples from clinical cases Next 30 Minutes: Open Q&A for parents to address concerns, clarify session material, and discuss individual situations FOR WHOM Although designed for parents, physicians, therapists, and other clinicians are encouraged to attend. Shared knowledge between families and professionals can improve decision-making and create more coordinated treatment plans. WHAT TO EXPECT This series will not offer instant solutions, but rather: A structured framework for investigating autism’s biological basis Practical methods for connecting symptoms to causes Stepwise therapeutic approaches that build on each stage of progress Guidance on managing concerns and adapting the plan when challenges arise Clinical insight from over 1,000 autism cases in multiple countries The goal is for you to see your child’s condition as the result of specific, modifiable factors—and to understand how targeted action can change the trajectory of development. With respect, Dr. Kenneth Alibek Biomedical Scientist, Physician, and Autism Researcher