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Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive  Read Jackson was looking forward to being a Dad, he envisioned playing sports with his son and after overcoming many obstacles he was thrilled when he and his wife were able to adopt a beautiful healthy baby boy.  Read speaks honestly of the reality of discovering that his child had Autism and the journey to help that child as Read hi...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    LeapFrog® is an industry leader in pairing technology with educational savvy to create toys that engage children of all abilities.  These remarkable toys are of exceptional value to parents of children on the Autism spectrum. Dr. Jody Sherman Levos from LeapFrog® shares awesome educational toys including the LeapPad Ultra, an afford...

Learn how to make a gluten free stuffing for the upcoming holidays. We also include substitutions to make if casein free.    Learn how you can win FREE bread mix by going to our Facebook page at facebook.com/autismlive   Thanks to Breads from Anna for sponsoring this Healthy Eating recipe! To see more Breads from Anna recipes visit: breadsfromanna.com/

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   On Autism Live today: On Ask Dr. Doreen, Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about overcoming anger and emotional outbursts in a 5 year old, what colleges are good for individuals on the spectrum, how she first began her career in Autism, the co morbidity of attachment disorders and Autism, identical twins w...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive  Tom Hibben whose blog, Adventures in Aspergers, details his busy life with 3 boys, one on the Autism spectrum, shares his decision to be honest, open and willing to see humor in his life and writings.  Tom is an inspirational dad who doesn't shy away from the hard topics but always has a way of looking at them that is totally refreshi...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    World renowned performing artists Kidz Bop, talk with Autism mom Shannon Penrod live from Texas about their Kidz Bop Christmas CD.  Kidz Bop CDs are a great way to introduce current music to individuals with ASD.  The lyrics are kid friendly and hearing the music sung by other kids often makes it more accessible. These amazing teena...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://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:   01:21 What are your thoughts about studies that say children outgrow auti...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   From the Autism Daily Newscast, Shannon Penrod shares current Autism news of Jessica Katherine Ouderkirk, a young girl with ASD, and her decision to tell the world about Autism through the use of two videos.  Visit the Autism Daily Newscast to watch these videos and support Jessica. www.autismdailynewscast.com   Autism Live is a prod...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Uncle Milton Toys are among the coolest, hippest toys on the market, any child would love a gift from their vast array of toys.  For kids on the Autism spectrum these toys are not only cool, they can be life changing.  Ken Malouf, from Uncle Milton toys shares Wall Friend, Wild Walls, Marvel Science and Grand Finale Fireworks toys w...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    For a fun indoor or outdoor activity we thought it would be a great idea to make a Scavenger Hunt for our kids. Using items you might find laying around you can make a list of objects our kiddos need to find. This type of activity is great for working on memory skills.   Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the w...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Dr. Jonathan Tarbox, Head of Research and Development at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, speaks frankly about self-injurious behavior (SIB), what it is, why it happens and how to begin to treat it.  Dr. Tarbox cautions that parents should not attempt to treat this on their own and suggest that they seek the help of a qua...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Dr. Jonathan Tarbox, Director of the Autism Research Group talks about elopement in light of the Avonte Oquendo tragedy, giving insights into how parents can work toward progress on wandering and elopement behaviors and what to do to ensure a child's safety until there is progress .   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Aut...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Karen Lorkovic treats us to a wide array of fun toys from Fat Brain Toys!  Fat Brain Toys offers more than 6,000 toys on their website that are great for all children, but their special needs toys section allows a parent to search for top rated Autism toys or by individual skills they want to foster.  Karen shares Squigz, Tangle, Mag...

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: 00:20 Do you have any suggestions for fun games that work on socialization? 14:31 Ou...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Autism Dad and entrepreneur, Thorkil Sonne created Specialisterne, a company that is changing the way the world looks at Autism.  After his son was diagnosed with Autism, Thorkil realized that in helping his son he also needed to get the world to shift their perception of Autism.  In doing so, he is changing one of the most challeng...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Today's Autism Live features Ask Dr. Doreen with Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answering questions on the rising incidence of Autism, dietary considerations including GFCFSF, maintaining hope, teaching a child to attend to board games, services for teenagers and adults on the spectrum and more.  On Let's Talk Autism with Shann...

This week Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh breaks down the autism diagnosis criteria in the new DSM-V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), to be put into affect May 22nd, 2013.    Find copies of the slides with this link: http://on.fb.me/14sBCYI   If you have any questions about the new guidelines email us at autismlive@gmail.com   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and...

Learn how to make a gluten free apple crisp for the upcoming cold winter months. We also include substitutions to make if casein free.    Learn how you can win FREE bread mix by going to our Facebook page at facebook.com/autismlive   Thanks to Breads from Anna for sponsoring this Healthy Eating recipe! To see more Breads from Anna recipes visit: breadsfromanna.com/

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   Topic of the Week: LOVE Jargon of the Day: Preference Assessment Question of the Day: How do you know when you are in love? Schedule:10:15am Alex Plank                10:40am David Kot                11:05 Matt Asner & Nava Paskowitz                11:15 Alex Plank rejoins    Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Tod Ryan is the creative genius behind the new animated series BOT, which is not about Autism, but was created with the idea of being sensory friendly for children with ASD.  You can support this venture by donating to their indiegogo fund.  For more info visit www.botshow.org   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism a...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   On this edition of Autism Live: Shannon Penrod welcomes Dr. Adel Najdowski to shares tips on how and why you should track progress.  Dr. Adel also answers a viewer's question about how much therapy is enough or too much with a small child on the Autism spectrum.  Dr. Jonathan Tarbox talks what to do if you are not seeing progress.  It is eq...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://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 Why is a high functioning 7 year old engaging in new, strange, sens...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   Lisa and her sister show us how to make a GFCFSF (and Vegan) carrot cake from scratch that will knock your socks off!   Music By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Brian Turtle from Endless Games visits to talk about some of their hottest board games board games this holiday season including.  To work of flexible thinking, language skills and cognitive development try Oddly Obvious, a fast paced, fun game guaranteed to get everyone involved.  Other games featured are Name 5, Korner'd, Anger Man...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Danielle Kelly, founder of Autism Innovations LLC in North Carolina, talks about her new book "Zero to Sixty: Teaching Social Skills to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders."  The book is available on Amazon. For more information on Autism Innovations visit www.auinnovations.com    Autism Live is a production of the Center for Au...