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- “My Child’s Autism is NOT MY Fault!” - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Connie HammerIt’s NOT your fault. Don’t be a receptacle for guilt; address your feelings of guilt instead of letting them fester. Guilt is something that will always be waiting in the wings; you just have to learn how to deal with it when it wants to make an appearance. Once your child is diagnosed with ...
Views: 2800(2 votes) - What Students Need To Know To Thrive In College - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Kari MillerPersonal qualities that support academic success Students who have the following personal qualities are much more likely to thrive in college. You can read more detailed descriptions of the qualities that insure college success here. * Self-awareness and self-acceptance * ...
Views: 7268(4 votes) - Are You Caring For Yourself As Well As Your Family? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrAs a parent of a special needs child, it is all too easy to get lost in the mix of meltdowns, trips to school because of “incidents,” therapy and doctor sessions, never-ending search for information and ways to help your child, every day home and work requirements, and pure mental or physical ...
Views: 1795(2 votes) - Autism - The 26 Absolute Best Resources to Know About - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Sam EtkinIt is estimated that an average of 1 in 110 children in the United States have an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The challenge for many people is to get their questions answered: 1) What exactly is Autism? 2) How do you treat Autism? 3) What are the symptoms of Autism? 4) What resources are ...
Views: 1842(2 votes) - Autism and The Food Connection - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Ashley TanResearchers have found that most autistic children, especially those with late onset autism (emergence of autism symptoms only after or around three years of age) respond well when gluten and casein are strictly eliminated from their diet. Gluten is a protein found in everyday food that ...
Views: 2703(2 votes) - Choose Your Advocates Wisely: Getting the Best for Your Child - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Jennifer KruminsImagine...after months of waiting and anticipation the moment has finally arrived! Your beautiful baby enters the world and life is the fullest it has ever been! As the nurse gently places your newborn in your arms she slips a book into your hands. “This is your child’s manual,” she explains, ...
Views: 2084(1 vote) - Entering Their Imaginative World - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Dr. Dan EdmundsIn dealing with children with autism spectrum disorders, its all about relationship. These children are within a realm where they feel and respond much differently than others. There has been much focus on trying to eliminate certain behaviors or to evoke particular responses in children which ...
Views: 2432(1 vote) - Help Your Child with Sensory Processing Disorder Learn to Ride a Bike - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeBike riding is a great form of exercise and transportation, offering kids a sense of independence. Families can have a lot of fun together biking, too. but children with sensory issues often need extra help in learning to be comfortable bicycling. Part of their struggle with riding a two-wheeler ...
Views: 3339(2 votes) - How Do You Heal A Leaky Gut? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Susan Lynn PerryWhen we first started trying to get to the bottom of my son’s health issues, one of the things we were told by his specialist is that he had a “leaky gut”. Wikipedia describes a leaky gut as “intestinal or bowel hyperpermeability”. That just sounds painful, doesn’t it? As I understand it, ...
Views: 2945(2 votes) - How Music Therapy can help Autism - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Mercedes AsplandThere are literally hundreds if not thousands of alternative therapies that can help in a wide range of different ways. In this article we are going to look at music therapy and autism. We will firstly give brief information on what autism is and also what music therapy is. We will then consider ...
Views: 1872(2 votes) - Looking For Autism Answers? It's All In The Poop! - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Susan Lynn PerryI’ve been threatening for some time now to do a whole show about poop. Yes, that’s right, poop. It’s a subject I’ve become rather familiar with – ever since my son got diagnosed with autism. And I know there are a lot of other spectrum parents out there who have reluctantly been promoted to ...
Views: 1935(1 vote) - Make Bathtime Easier and More Fun for the Child with Sensory Issues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeSome kids love bath time and enjoy splashing in the tub and playing with their favorite floating toys. But other children dread bathing. For these sensitive kids, the water is always either too hot or too cold, or frighteningly intense as it sprays out of the showerhead. They may be agitated by ...
Views: 4939(2 votes) - Make Haircuts More Tolerable for Kids with Sensory Issues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeHow often do you think about the weight of your hair? Probably never, but for children with sensory issues, the feel, weight, and movement of their own hair can be extremely distracting. If his hair is trimmed just a bit he may notice how different his head feels for days afterward! A haircut ...
Views: 3971(2 votes) - The Value of a Relationship Based Approach to Autism - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Dr. Dan EdmundsIn aiding children with developmental challenges, we must first realize that this requires a team effort and a strengths based approach. It is necessary to not focus on what the child cannot do but look at what the child can accomplish and build upon this. Parents can enlist the support of ...
Views: 2684(1 vote) - My Child Was Just Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome: Where did she/he get it? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Kathy MarshackIf you have recently received a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome for one of your children, you may be asking yourself how this could be? You are certainly experiencing a lot of emotions right now, but your brain has also kicked into high gear as you search for an explanation. You want to know ...
Views: 1873(3 votes) - For Parents of Special Needs Students: Raising a Successful College Graduate - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Kari MillerChildren with special needs have experienced more frustration and academic failure than most other children. Yet, some of them become successful college students who graduate with a specialty in a chosen field. Sadly, most do not. Only about 57 percent of students with disabilities graduate ...
Views: 8423(8 votes) - Out of the House and Into the Unknown Helping Individuals with Autism Cope in a Social World - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Jennifer KruminsLife at home with a child with autism is rarely easy. Changes in routine, unexpected visitors, difficulties with food, toileting and dressing can be disruptive to the whole family. Visits to the doctor or the dentist are incredibly challenging. Parents too often forego visiting friends and ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - Equine Facilitated Therapy & Sensory Intergration Program - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Michelle MullerAutism Spectrum Alternative Program ASAP is an equine facilitated sensory integration program for individuals on the autism spectrum or with other physical, mental, emotional or behavior challenges. ASAP is an equine facilitated sensory integration program for individuals on the autism ...
Views: 2631(2 votes) - How to Overcome Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Danica SusanAre you having problems with your ritualistic behavior? Are you troubled by your unwanted thoughts that keep popping on your mind like a computer virus? Try to evaluate yourself and trace down how many times your rituals and thoughts had caused disruption into your daily activities. Find out ...
Views: 1888(2 votes) - Responding to Difficult Behaviors With a Different Approach to Time Out - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Connie HammerAll children want to be good and please their caretakers. Young children don't PLAN to misbehave or fall apart. When a child has an emotional meltdown it signals they are having trouble controlling their emotions, especially when the demands of the environment exceed their current ability to ...
Views: 1793(2 votes) - Sensitivity In Children: A Need For Containment And Reflection - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperAn emotionally sensitive child needs to be seen and heard. It is the feeling of being alone and abandoned that creates in a child a heightened sensitivity to often painful emotions such as sadness and fear. The world feels like a very scary and lonely place for a child who is not secure in ...
Views: 4752(4 votes) - The DOs and DONTs of Handling Temper Tantrums - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperTHE DOs AND DON’Ts OF HANDLING TANTRUMS •DO keep your cool. Kids are very good at sensing your feelings. The more frustrated you feel, the more frustrated your child will become. Take control of the situation, and your child will feel more safe and secure. •DO be empathic. Try and ...
Views: 3778(4 votes) - What Is Autism Trying to Teach Us? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Julie LakehomerThe rising numbers of children with autism could be a warning. Genetically, these children may be especially sensitive to some of the tens of thousands of pollutants in our environment. According to Discover magazine, autism researchers have begun paying attention to the digestive and ...
Views: 1193(4 votes) - Children's Health - Autism - Important Diet For Autistic Children - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonAlthough medication and physical therapies are important for autistic children, without carefully chosen intake of foods with vital nutrients, they will be lessened their effectiveness. In some cases, it may contribute to severity of the symptoms if wrong kinds of food are taken as we mentioned ...
Views: 5820(3 votes) - The 'Temper Tantrum' : An Expression Of Loss - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperFrustration can sometimes look like anger, but this emotion is just a little bit different. The underlying foundation of frustration is loss. As a child develops, they begin to realize that life is made up of choices, and when a choice is made, the option that was once available to him or her ...
Views: 1798(3 votes) - ***Are Your Needs Being Met Too? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Susan Lynn PerryThrough all of the hustle and bustle of modern family day life, and especially if autism is part of your family dynamic, it pays to be reminded that we Mommy and Daddy Warriors need to remember to take care of ourselves along the way too. I was honored to interview self-help expert, David ...
Views: 2170(1 vote) - 12 Ways to Make a Difference for Your Grandchild with Autism - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Jennifer KruminsYou are a grandparent! Nothing can compare with the boundless love that a grandparent feels for their grandchild. No longer limited by the need to juggle work, home, school and raising children into mature, self reliant adulthood, the gift of grandchildren is one of life’s greatest blessings. ...
Views: 1821(2 votes) - 8 Ways to Survive (and Maybe Even Enjoy) a Family Holiday with a Child with Autism - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Jennifer KruminsWork has become tedious. The walls of your home seem to be closing in. You NEED a vacation. But the thought of traveling with your children, especially your child with autism, is less than enticing. Families need vacations: time to escape the regular chores, schedules and routines of home ...
Views: 1613(1 vote) - Autism Wars - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Bette DowdellWanna choose sides in the latest autism war? One side says the mother’s lack of Vitamin D during pregnancy causes autism, while the other side says it’s the glutamate that’s in the many immunization shots babies and young children receive. Let’s take a look-see. Autism comes from brain ...
Views: 1572(1 vote) - Children's Health - Autism - Definition and Causes - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition Autism is one of the most common forms of brain development disorder and one in 166 child is diagnosed with some forms of autism. Children who are diagnosed with autism tend to have weak immune system and auto immune problems. Autism is defined as medical condition in which a ...
Views: 3793(3 votes) - Creating an Environment of Success - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Karen DeBoltMy son is getting ready to move up to middle school next year. This is a big deal for any child, but for someone who is already struggling with school, it is an especially stressful time. He referred to school recently as “Six hours of complete misery.” Add to that, the fact that he is starting ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Definition: Autism - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Douglas PakAutism is a brain development disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. These signs all begin before a child is three years old. The autism spectrum disorders (ASD) also include the related conditions Asperger syndrome and ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - Educational Planning for a Student with Autism: Bring on the Visuals! - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Jennifer KruminsBring on the Visuals! For an individual who thrives on order and routine, our world is a scary place! Humans interact at record breaking speeds; everything we do is high speed, instant and ever changing. Even our homes and classrooms tend to be quickly moving people from one activity to the ...
Views: 3350(2 votes) - How to Help a Child Who Has Sensory Processing Issues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeThere's something up with a child you know. She is clumsy, picky, always on the move, or perpetually flopped in a chair like a wet noodle. He is impulsive, intense, and quirky. Maybe this child has a learning disability, ADHD, or autism, or maybe not. Why are everyday sensations so distressing ...
Views: 2776(1 vote) - Letting Go to Think Outside the Box; Insights and a Breakthrough with an Autistic Child - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Stephanie AltHow often have you had futile thoughts like, “Nothing is working. I feel like I am banging my head against the wall”? And then you surrender the mental strife, you “Let Go and let God”, “Cast your fate to the wind”, think “What will be, will be”, and to your amazement somehow a new opportunity, ...
Views: 1666(1 vote) - Picture Communication and To Do Lists for Kids with Sensory Issues, Autism, or Organizational Issues - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Nancy PeskeEncourage sensory kids, even preverbal or nonverbal ones, to work with To Do lists! Many people are able to organize their day and prioritize their activities without having to refer to a To Do list. Others enjoy the satisfaction of checking off each task on the list as they complete it. Kids ...
Views: 2752(1 vote) - Secrets to Potty Training Your Child With Autism - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Connie HammerThere are many things about parenting that are enjoyable, such as holding your infant in your arms for the first time or seeing your child take her first step. On the other hand there are some events attached to parenting that we just don't look forward to as much and for many parents toilet ...
Views: 1508(2 votes) - The brains of children with autism are wired differently. - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Andrew BreretonResearch into how the brain is connected in a different way in children with autism. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A research team led by Elizabeth Aylward, a University of Washington professor of radiology, report that brains of adults with ...
Views: 2913(1 vote) - The Mysterious Causes of Autism - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Chun WongSo much is still unknown about the causes of autism, and yet there are a wide range of suggested triggers and causes for this condition. Is it environmental or genetic? Does the modern vaccination program have a part to play? In this article, I discuss the major suggested causes and what this ...
Views: 1507(1 vote) - Traps to Avoid When It Comes to Behaviors That Can Annoy - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Connie HammerAs parents we would all love to have a quick and efficient way of changing some of the negative behaviors our children display. There are behaviors that irritate us, embarrass us and exasperate us, and ones that present a safety issue at times. And then there are those unique, repetitive ...
Views: 1615(2 votes) - yeast infection - by Some people may not familiar with yeast infection. In fact, yeast infection is kind of fungus that can be occurred in the skin of human. Human may do some behaviors that are not good for their body. When they do something like that carelessly, the bacteria will infect their body easily and ...
Views: 3845(1 vote) - Goals and Expectations; Personal Lessons and Revelations Working with an Autistic Child - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Stephanie AltIn the hopes of reaching the moon men fail to see the flowers that blossom at their feet. Albert Schweitzer In relationships, both personal and professional it’s important to be conscious of our goals and expectations. It’s also a good idea to honestly assess the present and the past. How ...
Views: 1884(6 votes) - Child Health - How to Treat Autism With a Nutritional Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition A nutritional supplement is also known as a food supplement, it is defined as a form of food supplement which is prepared with the intention of providing nutrients for people who for what ever reason are found to have a nutritional supplement deficiency, such as vitamins, ...
Views: 2822(2 votes) - Learning to Manage Guilt as a Parent of a Child with or Without Autism - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Connie HammerDoes parenting exist without guilt? Let’s face it - guilt comes with the territory. Whether or not your child is on the Autism spectrum, guilt is a difficult emotion to avoid no matter how hard a parent tries. If you are a seasoned parent you may have had more than a few encounters with guilt ...
Views: 1670(2 votes) - Neurofeedback: A Must Know Treatment for Autism - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Sara SgarlatNeurofeedback is the rising star in the treatment of autism, yet relatively few have even heard of it. It is a form of biofeedback; in this case, it is biofeedback of brainwaves. In biofeedback, an electronic device is used to help a person learn to better control a body process. Biofeedback ...
Views: 3217(4 votes) - Children's Health - Autism - What to Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonChildren diagnosed with autism with impairments of speech, social and communication skill, limited interest, repetitive behaviour, etc. depending on severity of the symptoms may exhibit low tolerance or allergies to certain foods or chemicals, such as gluten and casein, impairment of digestion ...
Views: 3233(1 vote) - Children's Health - How to Treat Autism in a Conventional Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition Conventional medicine is also known as Western medicine. It is a system of medical approach in which medical doctor and other health professionals such as nurses, medical technician and specialists and therapists, etc. use medication, radiation, medical equipments or surgery to ...
Views: 2551(1 vote) - Journaling to Help Your Child with Sensory Processing Disorder - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Nancy PeskeWe like to think we are good observers our kids, but in the hustle and bustle of life, all of us sometimes overlook the underlying causes for their challenging behaviors. No matter how small a change may seem to us, it may be huge for our sensory children. If your instincts tell you that some ...
Views: 1836(1 vote) - Parenting Tips: 5 Skills That NCLB State Are Critical To Early Reading Success - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from JoAnn CollinsAre you the parent of a young child, who is receiving special education services, that is concerned about whether your child has the needed skills, to learn how to read? Are you a parent of an older child with autism or a learning disability, that is concerned about your child’s reading success. ...
Views: 2328(1 vote) - Glodilocks and Potty Training – Making It Feel Just Right! - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Connie HammerIt’s inevitable - all parents eventually have to deal with the job of weaning their child from diapers and instructing them to use the toilet independently. As this time approaches parents begin to collect resources and information from various sources to help guide and support them in this ...
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