Autism Live

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 Autismapos;s leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:20 What exactly are social skills? 07:03 My child won?t sleep through the night. We?ve tried diet and melatonin. Help! 12:51 Will a sleep clinic EEG recognize small seizures? 18:04 We asked for a tutor or kumon for our son at his IEP and they said it might shut him down. Is that true? 22:48 How did we miss that our oldest son has aspergers? 31:49 How do we deal with aggression in teens, especially when going out? 46:51 I?m 42 and believe I have aspergers, but my medical records from my youth were lost. Do I have the right to know what?s wrong with me? 47:46 What?s your experience with helping children with sensory eating issues? 51:40 Follow Up: Our sons aggression stems from the sound of children crying. What can we do to help him cope? 53:50 Do you have specialists who work on sensory issues? 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 Today on Autism Live, Guests include Alex Plank from WrongPlanet.net and Tod Ryan the creator of BOT, a new animated series that is sensory friendly for children on the Autism spectrum. Shannon Penrod answers questions from viewers about redirection and intensive quality ABA 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Unemployment and underemployment rates in the Autism community are debilitatingly high, but one group of Autism parents in Chapel Hill, North Carolina have created an incredible solution. Extraordinary Ventures is a group of small businesses whose mission is to provide employment opportunities for individuals with ASD and other disabilities. Job candidates are helped through the application process and then given the support they need to be successful in jobs that range from event planning and preparation, laundry services and candle making. For more information visit www.gifts.evnc.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Cookies may seem like the exact thing someone on a GFCF diet should NOT have, but not with TACA Founder Lisa Ackerman's fantastic recipe! The delicious chocolate chip cookies are easy to make and stay within dietary restrictions. 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 Music By: http://www.youtube.com/mistacookiejar

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive On "Funding Friday" Shannon Penrod shares resources on funding sources for Autism services and funding. Today's subject is Easter Seals. Visit your local Easter Seals' site to find out about the resources that are available to you. 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 Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Granpeesheh answers the following viewer question: 00:18 Why do our kids have such a hard time with pronouns? 01:57 How do you teach a child the dangers of cars, streets, and looking? 10:59 Can you give an overview of ABA and AVB programs? 24:54 At what point do therapists stop over-prompting children with functional language? 30:50 What can I do about the acoustics in the lunchroom that are a sensory nightmare for my child? 38:37 What influence has technology had on our kids in the area of perseveration? 45:36 What should parents & agencies be doing together to assist in preparing older kids on the spectrum for life in the adult world? 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 Lydia Nibley is a filmmaker with a mission. Her current project is Fearless Journey, a documentary detailing an amazing young man on the Autism spectrum's decision to travel around the word. Lydia shares news of this inspirational film and tells how viewers can participate in the completion of this exceptional project.

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive David Kot is the mastermind behind Autism at Face Value's new comic book which features an Autism Super Hero! Michael, the lead character of the new comic, has Autism and is just beginning middle school. Readers get to see Michael's view of a world that seems hard to comprehend and even seems "upside down" some times. Kot utilizes a scientific approach to the comic, implementing the Facial Action Coding System to help readers understand emotions and social cues. For more information visit: www.facevaluecomic.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 Ask Dr. Doreen, Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions about using technology to teach children on the spectrum to talk, the importance of early intervention for children even when they are high functioning, dealing with schools that are not meeting your child's needs whether they are small or teenagers, how to deal with depression in teens on the spectrum, how CARD opens new offices and what types of insurance they accept. On Let's Talk Autism with Shannon Nancy, the ladies welcome celebrity photography Mary Ann Halpin to announce a new fund raiser for ACT Today. Mary Ann will be photographing 30 children "activists" to be featured in a new project. All of the proceeds will benefit ACT Today! Nancy shares info about the new SOS program for individuals with immediate needs that threaten their health and well being. 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 Scott Lentine shares his journey from diagnosis of ASD to becoming a poet and an advocate. Scott's poetry can be found at scottlentine.wordpress.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