Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive WrongPlanet creator Alex Plank shares about the things that give him joy. Alex created WrongPlanet.net as a teenager so he would have a place to talk with others who are on the Autism Spectrum. WrongPlanet.net is now the largest social network for individuals with ASD.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 Advocate Lisa Ackerman shares a recipe for Nut Free Breakfast Bars, including lots of alternatives to make it dairy and gluten free! For more recipes visit: www.TACAnow.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.comMusic By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismliveSushi is a delicious and healthy way for our kids to get a lot of protein in small bite size pieces. Learn how Lisa makes sushi that is gluten and casein free for our kids to enjoy!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.comMusic By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismliveJulia Pimsleur-Levine shares the amazing "Little Pim" who helps children of all abilities to learn new languages through education and entertainment immersion. This cute little plush panda bear has accessories to help teach many different languages at an age when children are most receptive. Often children on the Autism spectrum will struggle to obtain one language, but many parents report that it can be beneficial to encourage other languages. For more visit LittlePim.comAutism 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/autismliveLisa Ackerman, founder of TACA and author of the popular blog Real Help Now, talks about recent events involving drugs and Autism. A recent study revealed a high percentage of children with ASD on psychotropic drugs, sometimes multiple drugs, despite evidence that they are effective. This comes at a time when the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has announced that it will no longer carry supplements in its pharmacy. Lisa raises the point that there are many supplements that have been shown to be effective in treating a wide variety of conditions. To find out more visit http://tacanowblog.com/2013/10/31/drugs-arent-always-the-answer/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/autismliveAutism 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 much time should I allow him to play video games daily?14:28 What do you do with a teenager who has an endless amount of anger?30:10 What do you think of all the different autism diets? Low oxalate? Paleo? SCD? Feingold? GFCF?34:33 My child was making great progress but appears to have stagnated. My ABA provider says it's nothing but I'm concerned. Shouldn't we change something?38:23 I want to start preparing my 14-year-old for a job. Are there any books or suggestions you have?40:31 My son will keep asking me the same question over and over and honestly doesn't remember the answer. Is there any way to make it stop?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/autismliveAutism 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 Can hand flapping be replaced with a different behavior or does it stem from diet or yeast?15:01 Where can a parent go for their child when the regional center has denied them and I'm a single parent just trying survive.21:59 My son likes to spell the word out loud before he says the full word. How do I help him stop this?26:06 Any plans for CARD affiliate offices in Canada?37:26 How do I handle an extinction burst in the best way when it includes my daughter hitting her head?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 Matt Asner shares exciting news about the debut of the 2013 Light Up the Blues Concert Video becoming available on iTunes. This is an exciting opportunity to see such luminaries as Jack Black, Ricki Lee Jones, Crosby Stills and Nash as well as Nick Guzman, Rio Wyles and Lexington Aaron perform to a sold out crowd to raise money for Autism Speaks.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 Matt Asner details his recent trip to the LA car show, during which he was separated from his son on the spectrum. His son had the social skills to know exactly what to do, he went to a nearby person of authority and asked him to call his dad and gave him the number. The happy ending to his story is something we can all learn from!

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismliveDr. Adel Najdowski shares tips on easy ways parents can track progress when teaching their children new skills. Tracking progress is critical to making progress, problem solving and keeping everyone motivated!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