Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive The Jargon of the day is Receptive Language! Understanding the concept of receptive language is key to making good progress in teaching any individual. Many children with Autism have deficits in their receptive language skills, this can often be seen as being oppositional, uncaring or stubborn. When we work on building receptive language skills we see progress in many areas. 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 moms Shannon & Nancy do a taste test on gluten-free, casein-free, no refine sugar holiday cookies! Do they pass or are they an epic fail???? They are surprisingly easy to make! 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 – How to we teach older kids to recognize the need for help? 07:58 – Why do we have a restricted version of Skills? 14:32 – What can I do to help with safe outdoor play without a fence? 19:10 – Does CARD incorporate pivotal response treatment? 23:15– What are the best things we can to help with sensory overload? 31:17 – How do we help with teaching sympathy? 34:41 - If I believe there may be neglect at school, should I file a lawsuit? 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 parental use of Skills®, what a parent of a newly diagnosed child can do, how to help children communicate their needs, what to do when a child comes home from school with an injury and more! During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies welcome back Jeremy Padawer from Wicked Cool Toys, to talk about…some very Wicked Cool Toys, including a Disney Princess Royal Kitchen made with real wood, Crashlings and the Cat Paw featured last night on David Letterman! Shannon has Nancy do a taste test on gluten-free, casein-free, no refine sugar holiday cookies! Do they pass or are they an epic fail???? 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 Dr. Linda Copeland, BCBA and Pediatrician, answers parent’s questions about detoxifying naturally, treating asthma, yeast, ADHD, what can be done for constipation, what probiotic is good and more. 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 Ken Malouf visits from one of Shannon’s favorite toy companies, Uncle Milton Toys! Ken shows a variety of toys from In My Room and In My Room Jr. as well as the new line of Dino X Discovery and the fan favorite, Star Wars Science toys! Uncle Milton toys are amazing for making room environments, safe, comfortable and interactive. They are famous for making toys that spark the imagination! See the full line of Uncle Milton Toys at www.unclemilton.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 Janice Ross and Angelina Castro from American Greetings visit to talk about Care Bears!!! These amazing toys have been a favorite for more than 30 years. Shannon talks with the ladies about how these precious toys work on perspective taking skills, understanding and dealing with emotions and so much more! Check out the full line of Care Bear toys, games, apps and clothing along with other family favorite brands like Strawberry Shortcake at www.americangreetings.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 Renowned speaker and writer Kerry Magro talks about his new book Autism and Falling in Love: To the One That Got Away. This is a frank discussion on some of the difficulties that can and do arise in romantic relationships when someone is on the Autism Spectrum. You can purchase Kerry’s book by going to http://www.amazon.com/Autism-Falling-Love-That-Away/dp/0692338098 All of the proceeds from Autism and Falling in Love go to charity. 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 Author Kerry Magro shares incites about romance and ASD. Kerry’s new book Autism and Falling in Love: To the One That Got Away details his experiences with romance and offers tips for significant others and individuals on the Autism Spectrum. You can purchase Kerry’s book by going to http://www.amazon.com/Autism-Falling-Love-That-Away/dp/0692338098 All of the proceeds from Autism and Falling in Love go to charity. 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 on Autism Live: Kerry Magro talks about his new book Autism and Falling in Love: To the One That Got Away. This is a frank discussion on some of the difficulties that can and do arise in romantic relationships when someone is on the Autism Spectrum. You can purchase Kerry’s book by going to http://www.amazon.com/Autism-Falling-Love-That-Away/dp/0692338098 All of the proceeds from Autism and Falling in Love go to charity. The Festival of Toys continues! Janice Ross and Angelina Castro from American Greetings visit to talk about Care Bears!!! These amazing toys have been a favorite for more than 30 years. Shannon talks with the ladies about how these precious toys work on perspective taking skills, understanding and dealing with emotions and so much more! Check out the full line of Care Bear toys, games, apps and clothing along with other family favorite brands like Strawberry Shortcake at www.americangreetings.com Ken Malouf also visits from one of Shannon’s favorite toy companies, Uncle Milton Toys! Ken shows a variety of toys from In My Room and In My Room Jr. as well as the new line of Dino X Discovery and the fan favorite Star Wars Science toys! Uncle Milton toys are amazing for making room environments, safe, comfortable and interactive and for making toys that spark the imagination! See the full line of Uncle Milton Toys at www.unclemilton.com . Dr. Linda Copeland, BCBA and Pediatrician, answers parent’s questions about detoxifying naturally, treating asthma, yeast, ADHD and more. 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