

Autism Live
Autism Network ®
The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live's mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals. Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more. Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.
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Sep 22, 2014 • 4min
Early Intervention
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Dr. Adel Najdowski shares information on Early Intervention, what it looks like, what the expectations are…etc. She also talks about the importance in being involved in your child’s therapy. 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

Sep 19, 2014 • 1h 59min
Autism Live, Thursday September 18th, 2014
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Dr. Adel Najdowski shares information on Early Intervention, what it looks like, what the expectations are…etc. Shannon shares a moment of truth about Autism that came during a 9/11 ceremony she attended with a group of children on the Autism Spectrum. Dr. Jonathan Tarbox answers viewer’s questions about what to do if your speech therapist is recommending PECS, how to help an adult on the spectrum who is unwilling to practice his coping skills, what to do when a non verbal child won’t stop screaming and what to do when your child is oppositional with just one of your therapists. 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

Sep 19, 2014 • 49min
Ask Dr. Doreen - September 17th, 2014
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 – Is "W" sitting always something to be concerned about? 02:40 - How early should parents request an Early Intervention evaluation for newborn siblings? 06:13 – How can we see you Dr. Doreen? 10:40 – Is there any medical concern for night sweats? 12:24 – How can I help with anxiety? 20:50 – How can I help with collecting data from my school? 30:16 – Can you help with my adult son who hoards paper? 37:34 – How can I avoid hitting as a way of socializing with peers? 44:30 – How can grandparents approach parents when there are signs of Autism? 47:15 – What I can do to avoid being overwhelmed in a loud setting? 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

Sep 19, 2014 • 17min
Time of the Locusts
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Author Morowa Yejide talks about her new novel Time of the Locusts, which features a young African American boy who is on the Autism Spectrum. This break out novel eloquently addresses the inner life of a person on the spectrum as well as illuminating the struggles that surround those who care about him. 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

Sep 17, 2014 • 5min
Easter Seals Autism Services
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Paula Pompa-Craven shares Easter Seal’s initiative to help families access affordable ABA services in Southern California and around the country. Easter Seals has a long tradition of providing help to children with special needs. 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

Sep 17, 2014 • 16min
Dina Kimmel Rocks the Spectrum!
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Dina Kimmel is an awesome Autism mom who makes a difference for her own kids and for our kids too! Hear Dina tell how she started We Rock the Spectrum, how it has grown into a franchise model with new We Rock the Spectrum Gyms opening in locations all over the United States. We Rock the Spectrum isn’t just a gym, it’s a place where children with ASD and their siblings can work on social skills, make progress on speech, ABA and OT goals and most importantly have a great time! Dina also shares info about her newly founded charity My Brother Rocks the Spectrum, which raises money for scholarships to social skill classes, camps and to help new families open their own We Rock the Spectrum Franchise. For more info on We Rock The Spectrum visit : www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com or to find out about franchise opportunities visit: http://www.wrtsfranchise.com/ 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

Sep 17, 2014 • 2h 1min
Autism Live Tuesday September 16th, 2014
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Dina Kimmel from We Rock the Spectrum visits to talk about the new We Rock the Spectrum Gyms opening in locations all over the United States. We Rock the Spectrum isn’t just a gym, it’s a place where children with ASD and their siblings can work on social skills, make progress on speech, ABA and OT goals and most importantly have a great time! For more info on We Rock The Spectrum visit : www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com or to find out about franchise opportunities visit: http://www.wrtsfranchise.com/ Paula Pompa-Craven visits to share Easter Seal’s initiative to help families access affordable ABA services in Southern California and around the country. Easter Seals has a long tradition of providing help to children with special needs. Shannon provides a checklist for parents of newly diagnosed children. 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

Sep 15, 2014 • 8min
Autismo y Familia, Friday September 12th, 2014
Dale me gusta en Facebook a http://facebook.com/Centroparaautismoytrastornosrelacionados Hoy en Autismo y Familia, Juan Ronderos, Presentador de Autismo y Familia, habla sobre los síntomas, señales o signos de autismo en las diferentes edades de un niño o niña de 0-4 años. 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

Sep 11, 2014 • 21min
Fullerton Cares 4th Annual Comedy Show for Autism FULL Interview
Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Steve Trevino, Jesus Trejo, Larry Hauser, and Keith Reza are stand up comedians who want to share their funny to raise money for Autism. Watch as these funny guys share their mission to raise awareness and $$$$ for Autism at Fullerton Cares’ Fourth Annual Comedy Show for Autism. This special event takes place on Friday, September 12, 2014. The show starts at 8pm, the red carpet event begins at 6pm at the Fox Theatre in Fullerton. To order tickets visit www.fullertoncares.com 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

Sep 11, 2014 • 46min
Ask Dr. Doreen September 10th, 2014
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: 00:13 - How can I help my scripting 4 year old communicate more effectively? 11:11 – As an adult with Asperger's, how can I convince my parents to let me be more independent? What resources can you recommend? 15:57 – I can’t find a BCBA in my area (Arkansas), what can I do? And how can I navigate through an unsupportive school system? 28:06 – When should I start to see my word-loving 4 year old initiating conversation on his own? 32:50 – How do we help my son with constant ear covering? 37:50 – How can I help set up playdates for my 4 year old? 40:51 - Follow up to user questions! 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


