A father in Indianapolis last week accused his wife of feeding their child bleach to help cure her autism — something his wife had read about in a Facebook group. Police arrested the 28-year-old mother on Saturday after she allegedly put drops of hydrochloric acid and water-purifying solution in her young daughter’s drinks. There are medications, however, that can help manage the behaviors connected to autism, such as high energy levels, depression and seizures. Still, MMS is among many touted “cures” for autism sought by hopeful parents that are considered harmful and banned by the FDA. Proponents of the treatment, however, say it “cures” autism by removing toxic chemicals.

Source: Washington Post February 15, 2018 00:56 UTC