Older child with autism – stem cells still an option?
Hi all. Son is 9, high-functioning autism (Asperger-like), very intelligent but extreme anxiety, social withdrawal, rigid thinking. School inclusion is hard despite supports. Therapies help somewhat, but anxiety meds only so much. Some clinics offer stem cell infusions for older ASD kids to supposedly improve emotional regulation. Has anyone researched this for school-age or pre-teen children? Realistic benefits?
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For older kids, the focus is often on reducing neuroinflammation to help with anxiety, sensory overload, and executive function. From stories in parent forums, some report less meltdowns, better emotional awareness, improved sleep, and sometimes easier social interactions after 6–12 months - but gains are usually modest and need continued CBT/social skills work.
This particular review seemed credible and not overhyped https://stemplus.clinic/disease-treatment/autism/ - follows one 8–10-year-old’s changes in anxiety levels and daily functioning. It gave good questions to ask clinics. Definitely involve a child psychiatrist or neurologist experienced in autism to evaluate if it could fit your son’s profile.