Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Shannon Penrod talks with children's book author Barry Rudner, whose new book, SILENT VOICE deals with Autism. The book SILENT VOICE is available on www.nickoftime.us. Dr. Jonathan Tarbox talks about the importance of doing a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) to know the function of a behavior before writing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP). Dr. Tarbox then explains the process for writing an effective BIP!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 it is CAN (Coverage for Autism Now) DAY! Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about chromosomal duplications, whether 40 hours of ABA includes time at school and what to do if potty training seems to be taking a long time. During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies welcome Bonnie Schlachte the founder of Ballet For All Kids to talk about how this unique program is revolutionizing dance for individuals with special needs. The Schlachte Method works on a variety of different skills, using child specific teaching methods. To find out about classes in New York and Los Angeles or to become certified in the Schtachte Method, visit www.balletforallkids.com. Shannon and Nancy also cover relevant news stories and the CAN campaign to encourage Coverage for Autism Now!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, Shannon kicks off CAN Week by welcoming Joanne Lara to talk about Autism Movement Therapy, why it's good for kids on the spectrum and how adults can become certified to be Autism Movement Therapists. For more information visit www.autismmovementtherapy.com. Shannon also has a special conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin about Autism, anxiety and what is dividing the Autism community.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 Joanne Lara speaks about Autism Movement Therapy, why it's good for kids on the spectrum and how adults can become certified to be Autism Movement Therapists. For more information visit www.autismmovementtherapy.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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Bonnie Schlachte, founder of Ballet For All Kids, shares how this unique program is revolutionizing dance for individuals with special needs. The Schlachte Method works on a variety of different skills, using child specific teaching methods. To find out about classes in New York and Los Angeles or to become certified in the Schtachte Method, visit www.balletforallkids.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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Dr. Temple Grandin, author and Autism advocate, talks with Shannon Penrod about Autism, anxiety and what is dividing the Autism community. Dr. Grandin is a notable authority on these subjects having been diagnosed with Autism herself at the age of 2. In 2010 HBO released an award winning film about her life.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. Jonathan Tarbox answers a viewer's question about whether her child's placement is correct and gives great advice for what to ask your child's school to determine if their program is serving your child's individual needs. Dr. Tarbox is the Director of the Autism Research Group.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. Adel Najdowski explains why it's important to teach play skills to children on the Autism spectrum. We assume play is fun for our kids, but the truth is we have to make it fun! Teaching play and other important lessons can found in Skills®, visit www.skillsforautism.com for more information.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 getting teens to school and helping them with anxiety, how to help teens to get sleep and deal with executive functions skills necessary to succeed. Dr. Granpeesheh also addresses a viewer's disappointment in the term "Recovered" when talking about Autism. During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies interview Christine Duffley, the mother of Christopher Duffley. Christopher was blind when he was adopted by the Duffleys, later they discovered that he was also on the Autism spectrum. Christopher began to sing before he spoke. He now is a singer who provides inspiration to people around the world. For more information on Christopher or to buy his CD visit : www.christopherduffley.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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live, Shannon kicks off Autism Action Week by welcoming Dina Kimmel from We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym and children's book author Sara Hoagland Hunter. Today's special guest is Eustacia Cutler, Temple Grandin's remarkable mother, who speaks with Shannon about the unique challenges facing an Autism Mom. Shannon pays tribute to Michael Myvett, the CARD therapist who lost his life in a tragic bus accident last week and to Ryan Eoff the brave dad who inspired Shannon to shave her head one year ago. Ryan Eoff lost his battle with cancer yesterday.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