Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: The first toy of the hour is a See.Touch.Learn., a great app from Brian Parade that is uniquely customizable to teach individuals with Autism. Dr. Adel Najdowski talks about the power of technology to teach and facilitate progress while working with an individual with Autism. Jim McClafferty, the CEO and founder of Brain Parade long with Stephanie O’Brien talk at the app See.Touch.Learn and how it can be used in classrooms and by individual parents to efficiently and effectively teach children with ASD. Dr. Jonathan Tarbox answers viewer questions about replacing socially inappropriate behaviors, working with individuals who are older and don’t yet have functional communication skills, what to do about tics and vocalizations and how to know what at school offers for special ed services. 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 Ann McCormick, the “Queen of Children’s Educational Software” talks about the newest educational software from Learning Circle Kids – the award winning app READER BEE. This amazing app is effective at teaching the foundation skills of reading which are essential for all kids and critical for kids on the spectrum. For more information on Reader Bee visit www.ReaderBee.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 Moms Shannon Penrod & Nancy Alpaugh-Jackson unveil the recipe of the month, which features Explore Asian Organic Edamame and Mung Bean Fettucinni!!! Yummy and GFCF! Find the full recipe here: http://www.autism-live.com/festive-holiday-pasta-with-organic-edamame-mung-bean-fettuccine-prosciutto-and-red-pepper.aspx 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 are the techniques to help with hitting? 09:40 - What help is there for autistic adults? 15:41 – How do we help with other kids pushing and shoving our kids? 20:49 – How do I get started with CARD processing? 33:52 – Does ABA plateau at 3rd grade? 39:30 – How do I help with poop-smearing? 43:35 – Can ABA help with a nonverbal low functioning child with epilepsy? 46:11 – I’ve tried everything! What else can I be doing? 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 effective interventions for aggression, why it takes so long to start therapies, how to handle feces smearing, help for adults with Aspergers and more. During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies welcome Ann McCormick, the “Queen of Children’s Educational Software” to talk about her newest venture from Learning Circle Kids – the award winning app READER BEE. This amazing app is effective at teaching the foundation skills of reading. For more information on Reader Bee visit www.ReaderBee.com Shannon also unveils the recipe for the month which features Explore Asian Organic Edamame and Mung Bean Fettucinni!!! Yummy and GFCF! Find the full recipe here: http://www.autism-live.com/festive-holiday-pasta-with-organic-edamame-mung-bean-fettuccine-prosciutto-and-red-pepper.aspx Viewers are encouraged to take the #AutismActofLove challenge. Find more information about the #AutismActofLove challenge and make donations by visiting www.HelpforAutism.org 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 Jennifer Jones shares an exciting update on the Autism Speaks Orange County Walk. Nancy Alspaugh-Jackson from Autism Care and Treatment Today! thanks Autism Speaks for the grants that have helped them to deliver services. For more information on the Walk which takes place on Dec. 7th, visit www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/orangecounty 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 Jennifer Jones, Autism Mom extraordinaire, talks about her recent health scare with skin cancer and urges everyone to place an importance on self-care while dealing with Autism. 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 Publicist, Jess Block Nerren tells her story of discovering that her son who is on the spectrum also had cancer. For the first time Jess talks about what it was like to go through chemotherapy with her son and how the family is doing now. 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 Publicist, Jess Block Nerren tells her story of discovering that her son who is on the spectrum also had cancer. For the first time Jess talks about what it was like to go through chemotherapy with her son and how the family is doing now. 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 Dad Chris Raley shares how an assistance dog has made it possible for his son to participate in more family activities. Chris creates one of a kind Autism Awareness jewelry pieces that make excellent gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list! To order Chris’ jewelry visit: www.etsy.com/shop/CR9Designs 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