Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Rajeev Nirmalakhandan , director and co-writer of the independent feature film, The Odd Way Home talks with Shannon about film and its inspiration. The Odd Way Home which features a leading character who has ASD has been embraced by the Autism Community for its accurate portrayal of Autism and its uplifting message. Shannon hails it as a “Thelma and Louise for a new generation!” For more information visit: www.theoddwayhome.com. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

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 behaviors should be understood as Autism vs. understood as neuro-typical? 09: 35 – Once we get an ASD diagnosis, should we seek a secondary opinion? 20:33 – Can you please help me get started with toilet training? 30:30 – How can you help with maintaining focus, attention, and motivation? 40:50 – How do I get started quickly with Skills? 45:00 – Can Autism cause depression? Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about Autism including: What behaviors should we try to change and what behaviors should we leave alone? How can I get a corroborating diagnosis under the new guidelines? How I begin to toilet train my 5 year old? How can I help my child have better focus at school? and Am I depressed? During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, Shannon talks with Rajeev Nirmalakhandan , director and co-writer of the independent feature film, The Odd Way Home. The film which features a leading character who has ASD has been embraced by the Autism Community for its accurate portrayal of Autism and its uplifting message. For more information visit: www.theoddwayhome.com. Shannon discusses recent research suggesting that circumcising a boy may leave them more prone to having Autism Spectrum Disorder. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today’s Jargon is Pragmatic Speech! This is the area where speech converges with social skills so an individual is able to understand and communicate within all settings and circumstances. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive It’s not uncommon for parents and schools to disagree when it comes time to craft and IEP for a special needs student. What a parent decides to do when there is a disagreement can be an difficult and emotional journey. Special education attorney Devon Rios Barellano shares important advice for parents in these situations. Barellano will be speaking at a workshop entitled “What parents need to know about negotiating” which will be done in conjunction with the Autism Society of GLB/SGV/OC. No RSVP is required. For more information email: regina-a-moreno@hotmail.com Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Special education attorney Devon Rios Barellano shares important information about an upcoming workshop: “What parents need to know about negotiating” which will be done in conjunction with the Autism Society of GLB/SGV/OC. No RSVP is required. For more information email: regina-a-moreno@hotmail.com Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Autism parents often become accustomed to dealing with challenging, and can even become resigned to the idea that there is nothing they can do to change it. The truth is with proper intervention these behaviors can be changed! Lisette Duarte, from Autism Speaks, talks about their upcoming workshop: Interventions for Challenging Behaviors of Autism which is co-hosted by Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services. The workshop features presenters Sue Trautman, Dr. Susan Schmidt-Lacker and Dr. Esther Hess. It is a free event. RSVP to losangeles@autismspeaks.org The workshop will present a review from various developmental perspectives, including medicine, mental health, occupational therapy and speech and language support, the various disciplines that need to come together to help support the systemic concerns that are emblematic to autism spectrum disorder. By attending this workshop, the participant will have a greater understanding both of the specific challenges that can plague the child with ASD and how the various disciplines mentioned work individually and as a team to support the child and create both a stronger neurophysiological system with the potential for improved communication and social reciprocity. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Lisette Duarte, from Autism Speaks, talks about their upcoming workshop: Interventions for Challenging Behaviors of Autism which is co-hosted by Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services. The workshop features presenters Sue Trautman, Dr. Susan Schmidt-Lacker and Dr. Esther Hess. It is a free event. RSVP to losangeles@autismspeaks.org The workshop will present a review from various developmental perspectives, including medicine, mental health, occupational therapy and speech and language support, the various disciplines that need to come together to help support the systemic concerns that are emblematic to autism spectrum disorder. By attending this workshop, the participant will have a greater understanding both of the specific challenges that can plague the child with ASD and how the various disciplines mentioned work individually and as a team to support the child and create both a stronger neurophysiological system with the potential for improved communication and social reciprocity. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive On Today’s Show: Lisette Duarte, from Autism Speaks, talks about their upcoming workshop co-hosted by Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services. The topic is Interventions for Challenging Behaviors of Autism and features presenters such as, Sue Trautman, Dr. Susan Schmidt-Lacker, and Dr. Esther Hess. It is a free event. RSVP to losangeles@autismspeaks.org Special education attorney Devon Rios Barellano visits to talk about an upcoming workshop in conduction with the Autism Society of GLB/SGV/OC : What parents need to know about negotiating. Shannon gives tips on setting priorities for the new year and getting organized for IEP season without the stress! Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Independent filmmaker and Autism Mom, Vana Thiero talks with Shannon & Nancy about her documentary series My Thiero Boys. Being a single mom of two growing boys isn’t easy, when they are both on the spectrum it is another matter all together! Vana’s decision to tell her family’s story through a series of films is courageous and inspirational. For more information, or to set up a screening of My Thiero Boys visit www.mythieroboys.com. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com