Autism Live

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:   00:12 – As a parent, how should I respond to stimming?    10:58  – What can I do...

Dale me gusta en Facebook a http://facebook.com/Centroparaautismoytrastornosrelacionados Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Hoy en Autismo y Familia, Andrea Olivares, Instructora de yoga, nos explica que es yoga con Andrea y como ha sido su experiencia trabajando con niños con autismo.   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD),...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Dr. Adel Najdowski shares one thing parents can do to really make a difference in their child’s therapy today.  It doesn’t cost any money and it’s not even hard to do.  It just takes willingness.   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with office...

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:   00:12 –How can I help my child with accepting that he is wrong on academic tasks...

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, answers  a viewer’s question about how to make school work reinforcing so the child actually loves to learn! His answer might surprise you!   Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headqua...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Dr. Jonathan Tarbox shares great tips for things we can do this week to increase our ASD child’s enjoyment of Halloween next week!!!  Thanks Dr. Tarbox, these tips make great sense!   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    Heather Donatini shares the mission of the Bumblebee Foundation to help families going through the devastation of having a child diagnosed with and being treated for cancer.  Heather know firsthand how difficult  the journey can be for a family when a child is being treated for cancer.  She and her husband started the Bumblebee Foun...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Dr.  Joannie Aguyo from the CSUN Family Focus Resource Center shares her ambitious mission to get diagnostic screenings for all children under the age of five! Dr. Aguyo talks about the importance of these screenings for all children, especially for those underserved populations who often do not receive these screenings. For more in...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live: Dr. Adel Najdowski talk about the power of  teaching imitation skills and brings up the one thing parents can do to really make a difference in their child’s therapy today.  Heather Donatini shares the mission of the Bumblebee Foundation to help families going through the devastation of having a child diagnosed...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Joel Marchant has a brother on the spectrum. He wanted to do something to help an organization that had helped his brother, so he set out on a mission to create a fundraiser to assist Club ASPIRE, an organization that provides activities for young adults on the Autism spectrum. Joe shares the details of the upcoming Poker Run which...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Dr. Linda Copeland, both a pediatrician and a BCBA, answers viewer questions about yeast, die off, phenols, salicylates, methyl-B12 shots, PANDAS, symptoms of OCD in children with high functioning Autism and more.  Dr. Copeland appears on Autism Live every third Tuesday. Viewers are encouraged to submit their questions on the live f...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Victoria Berrey talks about the upcoming CSUN Family Focus Resource Fair, featuring a wide variety of vendors, information, resources and information for families in the Los Angeles region.  For more information on this free event visit: www.csunfamilyfocus.com.    Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Victoria Berrey shares important information about the CSUN Family Focus Resource Center, which helps provide information, resources and workshops to families in the Northern Los Angeles region.  There are a total of 47 resource centers throughout California.  For more information visit: www.csunfamilyfocus.com.    Sign up for Autis...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about how kids who can’t still, how to get through homework and what to do when Mom is the one who gets all the grief.  Dr. Granpeesheh also answers questions about how to teach a child to “wait” and information for viewers who would like to see CARD offices open n...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live: Joel Marchant shares his mission to create a fundraiser to support Club ASPIRE, an organization that provides activities for young adults on the Autism spectrum. The result is an upcoming Poker Run, featuring prizes and rewards at five progressive locations.  Sieko Niimi  from Club ASPIRE talks about the import...

Dale me gusta en Facebook a http://facebook.com/Centroparaautismoytrastornosrelacionados   Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Hoy en Autismo y Familia, Juan Ronderos, Presentador de Autismo y Familia, traduce las respuestas de Ryan  Bergstrom, Analista Conductual Certificado,  a  algunas preguntas de madres de niños con autismo.    Autism Live is a production of the...

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:   00:12 - What method will help my 5 year old autistic grandson with speech?   04:...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Dr. Jonathan Tarbox answers a viewer’s question about challenging behavior in grocery stores.  This is a common occurrence amongst all children and a parent’s nightmare.  You need to get the shopping done and instead you have a child having a meltdown and strangers looking at you as if your were the worst parent alive. Dr. Tarbox gi...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Cara Koscinski, The Pocket OT, talks about her books: The Pocket Occupational Therapist and the The Special Needs School Survival Guide.  For every parent who has ever wondered how to get the most out of OT to help their child with sensory issues, writing, balance, remaining calm, maintaining focus and more…this is the book that exp...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live: Shannon and Kelby participate in the Great California Shake Out!  Shannon talks about how to do earthquake drill and other safety drills with our kids on the spectrum.  Dr. Jonathan Tarbox answers viewer’s questions about challenging behavior in grocery stores and supermarkets, what to do when a child doesn’t w...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about how to get an individual to eat slower, how begin to language to a grandchild on the spectrum, what kinds of educational settings are appropriate for children on the spectrum for preschool, elementary, junior high and high school.  Is home schooling an option...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Kim Spencer from Thinking Moms’ Revolution shares a moving tribute for Melanie Baldwin the “Booty Kicking” Thinking Mom who recently lost her battle with breast cancer.  Melanie’s son Luke is on the spectrum and will sorely feel the loss of his awesome Autism Mom.  Viewers are encouraged to make donations of any size to a special fu...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Photo journalist Carrie Cochran recently covered a story for the Cincinnati Enquirer detailing an ex-fashion photographer who devoted his talents to photographing individuals with special needs.  Carrie followed world renowned photographer Rick Guidotti as he visited Cincinnati to capture the dignity and beauty of several children w...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Julie Kornack, Senior Public Policy Analyst for the Center for Autism and Related Disorders gives a breakdown in the changes in coverage for military families using Tricare insurance to treat Autism.  Julie includes some great tips and information to help families get all the treatment they need.   Autism Live is a production of the...

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive    Today on Autism Live: Kim Spencer from Thinking Moms’ Revolution shares a moving tribute for Melanie Baldwin the “Booty Kicking” Thinking Mom who recently lost her battle with breast cancer.  Melanie’s son Luke is on the spectrum and will sorely feel the loss of his awesome Autism Mom.  Viewers are encouraged to make donations of an...