There is a ton of information out there about the subject of autism. Much of it is misleading and often irrelevant for individuals. Most parents have told me that although they might have found helpful sites they just aren't sure what to...
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There is a ton of information out there about the subject of autism. Much of it is misleading and often irrelevant for individuals. Most parents have told me that although they might have found helpful sites they just aren't sure what to try for their own child or what to believe as appropriate therapy for their specific needs. They just don't have time or the background to know how to properly synthesize the overwhelming accumulation of information available.
This wikizine is dedicated to providing professionally and clinically informed information in a format that will help the reader to synthesize the information. In addition, alternative courses of treatment that hold merit will also be available as they are carefully researched and scrutinized as viable alternatives.
It is the goal of this wikizine to help the reader take the impact of autism in smaller steps and stages. The ultimate intent is that it will help lead others to a plan of action and an unfolding map of the future for their individual loved one with autism.
John (not his real name) is an elementary student with high-functioning autism who goes to school in one of the districts we consult with. John has heightened awareness/anxiety about strangers. The school psychologist, Dr. Lewis (not his real name), was new to John’s class. When he entered the class, John got quite upset and hollered, “Stranger! Danger! Stranger! Danger! Stranger! Danger! Stranger! Danger!” The classroom teacher did an excellent job of explaining to John who Dr. Lewis was and... Read Full Story
During the last 32 years, as I have had the pleasure of working with many families who have children with autism, I have observed consistent themes that, to me, potentially represent some measures of quality of life for families and individuals with autism. I see the themes of the need for effective communication, highest level of independence, and the ability to follow directions, that is, compliancy. I would like this paper to focus on the area of following directions/compliancy, as I see... Read Full Story
During the last 32 years, as I have had the pleasure of working with many families who have children with autism, I have observed consistent themes that, to me, potentially represent some measures of quality of life for families and individuals with autism. I see the themes of the need for effective communication, highest level of independence, and the ability to follow directions, that is, compliancy. I would like this paper to focus on the area of following directions/compliancy, as I see... Read Full Story
I want to share some new research information concerning the complicated disorder of autism. There are many different types and manifestations of Autism. Almost none of the 10 known genetic foundations for Autism are connected to each other. It's as if 10 different roads connect at a central location and continue to diverge in different directions and in an unpredictable way. That is the reason that research is focused on the common links of Autism rather than strictly on causes. Can... Read Full Story
The U-Play Mat
A brand children new toy went on sale today. Actually it is more of a toy pallet. The name of the toy is: “ U-Play Mat.“ Dr. Jen, a pediatrician and mother of two sets of twins came up with the idea.
“We should create a mat around the child rather than (putting) the child on the mat!” she said. This Way Every Day LLC. agreed with her.
The product has received rave reviews from testers, parents, educators and the media, including the coveted Dr. Toy Top Ten Active... Read Full Story
Pictures, seeable aids crapper meliorate act between parents and their children, that hit Autism Spectrum Disorder or, another disabilities. Visual aids helps children with autism, to see directions, how it affects their world, and what is due of them.
The rest is here: http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/a-picture-says-a-thousand-words-for-autistic-children-is-this-true-1298272.html Read Full Story
Autism Speaks has made tremendous contributions in raising autism awareness to a world level including helping to establish the first annual World Autism Awareness Day, April 2 by UN General Assembly Resolution. It's promotion of autism research has been a significant factor in spurring an Autism Knowledge Revolution . It has used the first class media savvy and connections of Bob and Suzanne Wright to help inform and educate citizens and public authorities around the world. I have been an... Read Full Story
ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder and Autism over the last decade or more has been on the rise. Why! No one has truly pinpointed exactly. But you can bet it has a lot to do with the life style we all are engaged in, along with our past roots. Yes! We can go back 50 or 60 years and study the great decay of highly basic morals and values of Grandma’s and Grandpa’s in our, so called, develop countries. Also the lack of vision and outlook by various governments added to this rise of unusual... Read Full Story
The ASAN, Autistic Spectrum Advocacy Network, is continuing its takeover of the autism spectrum of disorders and its unrelenting attempt to transform autism from a medical disorder to a social club for persons with High Functioning Autism, Aspergers, self diagnosed "auties" and persons with autism like symptoms. At the same time that the university students, lawyers, researchers and other very capable members of ASAN are expanding the definition of autism at the high functioning end of the... Read Full Story
ASAN is an acronym for an organization called the Autistic Self Advocacy Network . It's board of directors consists of persons self described as persons " on the autism spectrum ". The founding president is Ari Ne'eman a university student who has declared to the world that "WE" don't want to be cured". Who is included in Mr. Ne'eman's Royal We is not entirely clear although it certainly does not include my son on whose behalf Mr. Ne'eman definitely does not speak. Essentially ASAN is... Read Full Story
