Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive During Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about getting a teen on the spectrum to participate in conversation other than their 3 favorite topics, what can we do with a 3 year old who seems obsessed with letter, is a lack of short term memory part of an Autism Diagnosis, what can we do for a child that hits and kicks classmates and then laughs, how can we start an ABA program if there is no nearby provider and how can we find more ways to reinforce a child? During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy the ladies welcome military wife, Jennie Wu who talks about some of the unique challenges our service men and women face when they have a child on the spectrum. The ladies also discuss the upcoming ATMF Run to support military families! You can get involved, even long distance by visiting www.act-today.org 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. Steve Edelson, Executive Director of the Autism Research Institute encourages viewers to participate in an ARI survey to which hopes to further the early work of Dr. Bernie Rimland in determining the different subtypes of Autism. Experts have known for a long time that the term Autism could be better described as "Autisms". If researchers are successful in phenotyping Autism it will almost certainly lead to better more effective treatment. To participate in the survey visit: http://www.autism.com/tools_subtype_survey 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: 00:15 How serious are the claims that Resperidone causes breast growth? 01:43 How do you get a child with autism to understand when a parent is hurt or needs help? 12:48 Can you guide me to resources for an adult child not diagnosed till after age 20? 18:45 My son was diagnosed early with ADHD and just recently autism. I'm worried as I'm getting older. I'm trying to teach him life skills but he hasn't been able to hold a job. What can I do for him? 36:00 For a child, age 6, what would be the best dosage of Tranquil Sleep?? 37:16 How do you get your child to show emotions when he's upset and not express them from movies? 40:28 Is there a way to teach embarrassment to a 10-year-old? 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 Lifestyle editor Susan Campbell Cross shares great tips for getting our kids to healthier without waste! We've all had the experience of buying fresh produce only to throw it away a few weeks later when it has turned into a science project! Susan gives great tips to help us use the produce and make it attractive to our kids. This are simple fixes anyone can do -- the result is healthier eating, in an efficient way that saves money! 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 During Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about getting children to eat a more varied diet, is it normal for a child with emerging language to make words long and drawn out, what are good exercises to work on prosody, how do we help a child who doesn't seem to notice or mind when the urinate on themselves and is ABA appropriate for children who are non-verbal? During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy the ladies welcome Marriage and Family Therapist Vince Redmond to talk about sibling issues. The ladies also discuss the upcoming ATMF Run to support military families! You can get involved, even long distance by visiting www.act-today.org 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

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: 00:44 How do you prepare kids for dealing with stranger danger and sexual abuse without making them afraid? 10:26 Can a child with auditory processing disorder still be good at music? 13:09 My teen has trouble making friends despite being involved in multiple clubs. How can I help? 27:08 My child has difficulty keeping friends. At some point he becomes angry or jealous. What should I do? 35:52 I'm 22, on the spectrum, and want independence but my parents are afraid. Is there a school or somewhere I can go? 52:52 How do I get my child to stop whining? 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: 00:20 How do I redirect when my brother asks me the same question over and over? 08:42 We're having difficulty teaching differences vs. same. 16:32 How do I know when an ABA program is intensive? 29:40 I'm sick a forcing my kids to conform to society. Why can't society meet us halfway? 43:11 How can I help my son transition his favorite toys to the playroom so he can share them with siblings? 45:50 My son has been potty training for 4 months and is successful every time but is still not manding. 49:03 When should sensory breaks be allowed? 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 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: 00:15 Will echolalia ever decrease? 10:54 How close are they to finding out how autism is caused? 22:08 What's the best way to help my 5 year old understand what a toilet is for? 29:04 I've heard adults with aspergers are an untapped group in the job market. What are some tips for those with aspergers seeking employment? 31:33 My son is arrogant. How do I help him relate to those around him? 43:27 My 6 year old foster daughter is fixated on poop and pee in all things. She also never gives me any space, ever. Help! 52:20 How can you best explain to people that autism does not go away? 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 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: 00:19 I'm afraid my son over-eats and is gaining weight. Any tips for helping him? 09:12 How do I help son cope with a new living arrangement? 12:13 My daughter drops her pants in school and laughs. What is a functional replacement behavior? 19:11 What word or phrase can we use when we're blocking bad behavior? 23:16 How do we generalize ABA lessons to the real world? 27:56 How do I get to be a BCBA? 33:37 Who do I go to when meds won't work for PMS with my 10 year old girl with autism? 36:54 How do we help high functioning adults who have not quite recovered? They seem forgotten. 44:03 My child has terrible rashes. Is that related to autism? 46:08 Do you have any information for siblings of autistic children? 50:32 Why do some kids get a lot better and some only a little better? 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/autismliveDr. Jonathan Tarbox, the Director of the Autism Research Group, gives a great explanation of generalization and why it is essential in all quality ABA programs. Planning for generalization is key to ensuring success. 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