Autism Live

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:   01:01 Where can I go for help with my sons eating challenges? 08:43 My ki...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Using simple materials you already have at home, Suzanne teaches you how to make a beautiful lantern for your summer patio. Work on skills involving color, fine motor, and construction with you kids as you build these candle holders.   Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the ways in which you can use art to bond...

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 parents can prioritize what to work on, when to work on it and where to start when teaching a new skill to an individual with ASD.  Dr. Jonathan Tarbox talks about effective ways intervene and make progress on restrictive and repetitive behavior...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    BCBA Angela Persicke answers a parent's question about getting a child to interact with the rest of the family for extended periods of time.  It's always important to make sure that any activity we want our children to engage in more is reinforcing, listen to Angela's tips to make this time more rewarding for the child.    Autism Li...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Autism Advocacy Specialist Starr Taxman talks about the difficulties that arise during transition from teen years to adulthood and how parents can begin smoothing that transition years in advance.  For more on Starr visit www.starradvocacy.com    Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), head...

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 How can we help our kids acclimate to background noise? 06:40 Is it...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Shannon and Emily visit Toys R Us to check out some of the incredible toys featured in this year's guide to Toys for Differently-Abled Children.  Toys from Lego®, LeapFrop®, Melissa & Doug, and more. To check out this year's Toys R Us Differently-Abled Guide go to: http://bit.ly/Rk01H   Autism Live is a production of the Center for A...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   Today on Autism Live, Guests include Alex Plank from WrongPlanet.net, Stephanie Martin from CLE College Living Experience,  Matt Asner from Autism Speaks, Susan Osborne from Autism Unites, George Paige and Barbara Hollander from the films Topanga and The Art of Connection and musician Hani Naser. Topics include transitioning to college and...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Debra Hosseini is an Autism Mom on a mission, to help her son Kevin and other individuals on the Autism spectrum, to find a way to share their talent and creativity with the world.  The Art of Autism is a remarkable organization, founded by Hosseini and Kerry Bowers.  They collaborate with other groups and organizations throughout th...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    It's great to get outdoors for the last bits of summer and what better way than by playing a bowling lawn game! Using recycled materials work on social skills, turn taking, gross motor, and more with this fun project!   Smarty, short for smart art, is a monthly series showing the ways in which you can use art to bond with your child...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Dr. Jonathan Tarbox, the Director of the Autism Research Group, cautions parents and care-givers about what NOT to do when you aren't seeing the progress you had expected.    Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   The host of Autism Live discusses the recent case of the teacher who thought it was a "teaching opportunity" to videotape a student with ASD trapped in his chair, tease him about it and share the video with the class and others.  Now some parents at the school are defending the teacher, suggesting that what she did was funny and not...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive   Ask Dr. Doreen today features questions on pica, fading 1:1 aides, staying positive, ACT, toys for building social skills, getting eyes checked and dealing with sleep and feeding issues. Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh gives answers and inspiration on these topics and more. On Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies fe...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive  Stephanie Martin from College Living Experience (CLE) talks about their mission to real life support to college students with ASD.  CLE has several centers around the US that provide resources for the academic, living and social challenges that can face a college student. Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Relate...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   During Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about teaching safety when a child has no fear, how far in the past/future should one look at antecedents and consequences when trying to determine the function of a behavior, how do you effectively intervene when the function of a behavior is escape, how do you work on...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive  Hans Gillinger was a lawyer for a top law firm that represented school districts dealing with special education law cases.  Now as a partner in the Bonnie Z. Yates Law Firm, Hans sits on the other side of the table, helping parents to access education and services for their children on the Autism Spectrum. Having seen the equation fro...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive   Lisa has really made something special this month with a gluten free/casein free banana bread! Lisa uses fresh bananas to give this bread a great taste! Perfect for the upcoming holidays or anytime of year!   Music By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

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:   00:12 Do our kids on a restricted diet benefit from ABA therapy? 05:18 How and when do you say a child on the spectrum is high-functioning...

Spring is in the air, and what better time to teach our kids about plants and growth. Making your own Chia Pet is fun and easy. Decorate them to teach labeling and work on cause and effect if they should forget to water them.    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 working on in therapy....

Alex Plank from Wrongplanet.net talks with Shannon Penrod about Susan Boyle's recent announcement that she in on the Autism Spectrum.  Alex shares his personal views about how and when a person might consider disclosing their diagnosis publicly.  Are there pros and cons? Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive  

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live, Autism Mom Shannon Penrod shares tips on how we can all reduce stress by taking small thoughtful actions.  Viewers are encouraged to send birthday cards to a young boy on the spectrum who is about to turn 12.  Debra Hosseini from The Art of Autism talks about the role of the arts in the Autism community.  Debra also s...

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 Can I teach my high functioning 9-year-old creativity? 08:39 Are there ABA programs for older children on the spectrum? 23:07 How do...

Alex Plank from Wrongplanet.net shares interesting details about a study of the micromovements detected when an individual who has Autism Spectrum Disorder uses their arm to point to an image on a computer screen.

Alex Hale is a talented young singer with a dream of making his living on stage.  Alex is also on the Autism Spectrum, so some might think his dream is impossible, but Alex knows better.  This inspirational young man has a message of hope for anyone who has faced adversity and decided to keep going! Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in...

Being a parent can be so overwhelming, especially when life gives you extra challenges.  This short meditation will help to relieve stress and find the peace to cope with the craziest of days.  Shannon Penrod, host of Autism Live, leads the meditation.