About this episode
Welcome to Episode 280 of Autism Parenting Secrets . This week’s episode is about something too many parents aren’t told clearly enough. The truth is that neurodevelopmental disabilities are not fixed or predetermined. The trajectory can be shifted . And parents play a much bigger role in that shift than they may realize. To help unpack this, I’m joined again by Dr. Lawrence Palevsky - a New York State–licensed pediatrician who has spent over three decades redefining children’s wellness through a holistic and integrative lens. He’s a past president of the American Holistic Medical Association, a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, and co-host of the podcast Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P. If you’ve ever been told there’s nothing you can do, this conversation will help you see a much bigger picture. The secret this week is… We CAN Change The Neurodevelopmental Trajectory You'll Discover: Why 1 In 6 Children Have A Neurodevelopmental Disability And What That Really Means (1:44) How Chronic Inflammation Is At The Core Of These Conditions (13:48) Why Suppressing Acute Illness Actually Makes Things Worse Long-Term (17:45) What Parents Can Do To Open Exit Pathways And Reduce Inflammatory Load (31:26) How Confidence Grows When Parents Stop Fearing Symptoms (35:17) The Truth About Fever And Why It’s Often Misunderstood (36:45) How Acetaminophen Depletes Glutathione And Increases Risk (40:22) About Our Guest: Dr. Lawrence B. Palevsky is a New York State–licensed pediatrician known for his holistic, integrative approach to children’s wellness and complex conditions. A graduate of NYU School of Medicine, he completed pediatric residency at Mount Sinai and a fellowship at Bellevue Hospital. He is a past president of the American Holistic Medical Association, a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, and co-host of the podcast Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P. Learn more at www.drpalevsky.com . References In This Episode: Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P. Dr. Tom Cowan Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot? If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.