Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive What kid doesn't LOVE pizza!? Join Lisa as she teaches us how to make our own gluten free, casein free version! Music By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Richard Stripp Sr., author of Mommy I Wish I Could Tell you What They Did to Me at School Today shares his experience of searching for Avonte and how he became close with the family after Avonte's disappearance.  Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:16 How do I help my son with depression due to lack friends in middle school? 07:...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:15 How do I work on executive functions skills while my child is doing homework?...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autismapos;s leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:16 My daughter is 10 and has anxiety. She is on medication but what else can...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive WrongPlanet creator Alex Plank talks with Shannon Penrod about what words are offensive, hurtful or divisive when talking about Autism.  This is a touchy subject and not everyone will agree, but isn't it nice to get some perspective on this? Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartere...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Autism educator and author, Stella Waterhouse, talks about her new book series The Autism Code which shares important information about Autism, its history and how the mysteries surrounding Autism are beginning to make unravel.  Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana,...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Shannon Des Roches Rosa is a busy writer, advocate and autism mom.  Her ongoing  blog Squidalicious.com and her continued involvement with The Thinking Person's Guide to Autism have garnered her praise and speaking engagements around the globe.  Shannon, an Autism mom, articulates her mission to focus on Autism Acceptance as opposed to...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Dr. Tom Higbee, the Director of the Autism Support Services: Education, Research and Training (ASSERT) Program at Utah State University, talks about Video Modeling as a teaching tool.  This is an exciting way to teach a wide variety of skills including social and play skills to individuals who are interested in movies and enjoy screen...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:13 My son constantly uses echolalia throughout the day (ie music & video talk). H...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:19 My 2-yr-old son doesnapos;t recognize danger. Do I have to worry about this hi...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Lots of kids love to rock out! So let them explore their imaginations by making their very own rubber band guitar to jam with! Practice skills and have fun by designing your very own band. Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the ways in which you can use art to bond with your child while practicing skills they are...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Have your kids make a beautiful Valentine's Day card while also working on their pincer grasp with this easy to make Sewn Valentine! Using shoelaces and our template, your kids will have lots of opportunity to practice their pincer grasp, which is a precursor to learning to write! Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showin...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive It's the season of giving and sometimes it's hard to find that perfect teacher gift. Well here is a great craft project using crayons that every child can make and makes a cool piece of art for any teachers classroom. Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the ways in which you can use art to bond with your child whil...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Kids LOVE pizza, it's undeniable. Here TACA Founder and autism mom Lisa Ackerman shows us a gluten free, dairy free recipe for making pazones! Enjoy these delicious inside out pizzas! For more recipes visit: www. TACAnow.org Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, Cal...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Risperdal is a drug that has been surrounded by controversy.  TACA founder Lisa Ackerman talks about the recent 2 billion dollar fine against Johnson & Johnson involving  fraudulent claims around 3 drugs, one of them Risperdal.  While the fine had to do with Risperdal in seniors, it still raises questions about the drug being used in c...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive With a new year it's a great time to look back at all the accomplishments from the year before. Using our template, have your kids make this simple time capsule to be opened in the future to remind them of some of the things they love. Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the ways in which you can use art to bond wi...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:18 How do you approach teaching a child who's screaming out of fear? 09:44 My son...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:25 Is Tranquil Sleep® to be used along with melatonin or on its own? 00:47 Is it...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:15 I'm the father of a 4-yr-old with ASD and we live in Pakistan. Would it be wor...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Matt Asner, Autism Dad and Executive Director of Autism Speaks for Southern California, talks about his upcoming trip to Korea, the shocking prevalence of Autism in Korea and the Korean government's admirable desire to learn more about fund raising to combat this epidemic.  Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Relat...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Michelle Hascall from the Mea'Alofa Autism Support Center (MASC) shares their mission to provide quality ABA and whole family services as a non-profit organization.   Quality ABA is a necessary treatment for Autism, but it can be very expensive.  MASC works with their families to try to ease the financial burden.  MASC is located in th...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive From the Autism Daily Newscast: researchers in Georgia may have found a way to diagnose Autism symptoms at just 2 months of age. For more on this story visit: www.autismdailynewscast.com Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout,...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive In light of Susan Boyle's announcement that she is on the spectrum, Autism Dad and brother, Matt Asner discusses his feelings on disclosure.  Matt cites the example his father, Ed Asner, taught when Matt's brother was diagnosed.

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Daniel Wendler was diagnosed with Autism as a teenager.  For him it was an opportunity to understand why he had previously been so unsuccessful in social situations.  Armed with this new knowledge Daniel began to research social skills so he could perform better in a variety of different situations.  He created www. ImproveYourSocialSk...