An Autistic Genius Saves the World: The Alan Turing Story
Sunday July 30, 2006
A regular responder to this blog, has mentioned Alan Turing a number of times. For readers who don't know much about Turing, he was an extraordinary mind -- and, ... Read More
Developmental Therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Saturday July 29, 2006
Developmental therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorders work on autism's "core
deficits" including problems with social and communication skills. They are
tailored to the individual child, and are very often administered by
parents. ... Read More
Eating Out at Diners with an Autistic Child
Thursday July 27, 2006
Eating out. Sounds good, doesn't it? For some families with autistic children, it seems like a pipedream. McDonalds -- maybe. Sit down food -- no way. ... Read More
Your Advice Requested: How Do You Get an Autistic Child to Brush Their Teeth?
Wednesday July 26, 2006
An About.com reader asks: The question I have is how do you get your child to brush their teeth? My grandchild absolutely refuses to brush her teeth or to let ... Read More
Cost of School and Therapy for Autistic Children May be Tax Deductible
Tuesday July 25, 2006
If you are the parent of a child with autism or other disabilities, your child's private school tuition may be tax deductible. Under IRC section 213(a), “medical expenses” include ... Read More
Autism and the Sea
Monday July 24, 2006
Ever since I was little, I've loved the ocean. My dad taught me to ride, dive and bob with the waves, and now I just can't wait till I ... Read More
Are There Treatments for Adolescents and Adults with Autism?
Sunday July 23, 2006
With so much hype about the "window of opportunity" for autism treatment, parents are pushed to "fix" their autistic child RIGHT NOW! For many families, that means a chaotic ... Read More
Why It's OK for Your Child with Autism to Watch TV and Videos
Saturday July 22, 2006
You've spent hours with your autistic child. You've done play therapy. You've visited the occupational therapist. You've spent hours on the phone arguing about insurance. Now ... Read More
Mercury from Cell Phones Blamed for Autism
Thursday July 20, 2006
Batteries in ipods and cell phones contain mercury. The batteries are then dumped in landfills. Could THAT be the cause of the rise in autism? At least ... Read More
Can An Autistic Child Be Too High-Functioning for Applied Behavioral Analysis?
Tuesday July 18, 2006
When my son, Tom, was diagnosed with PDD-NOS he was verbal and affectionate. We were told that he was "too high functioning" for ABA -- and that he would ... Read More
Find Reviews, How-to's in New About.com Category
Monday July 17, 2006
Looking for practical solutions, interesting books or useful products related to autism and life on the autism spectrum? I've reorganized the Autism@About.com website to make these resources easier to ... Read More
Your Advice Requested: How to Keep an Autistic Child from Climbing?
Sunday July 16, 2006
An About.com reader writes:
My daughter is three years old and has what the doctor called severe autism. She doesn't talk, doesn't sleep and doesn't respond to verbal cues. ... Read More
Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Saturday July 15, 2006
If you're looking for that quick overview of autism treatment options, search no longer! Here is an explanation of why there's no "gold standard" for autism treatment, and a ... Read More
Can Your Loved One with Autism Make (and/or Take) a Joke?
Friday July 14, 2006
I've heard and read too often that people with autism spectrum disorders just don't get humor. Our son not only gets humor (especially pratfalls) -- he also knows when ... Read More
Realizing the College Dream for Children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome: A Book Review
Thursday July 13, 2006
This has been one of those months when reading has slowed to a trickle... but reading book reviews, now that I can manage! Thankfully, About.com's Guide to Parenting Special ... Read More
Ask William Stillman Questions About Autism and the God Connection
Wednesday July 12, 2006
A few weeks ago, I wrote a review about Bill Stillman's book, "Autism and the God Connection." I also mentioned in a blog that Bill was looking for stories ... Read More
Rights of Special Needs Care Givers in the Workplace
Tuesday July 11, 2006
According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, parents of children with special needs are discriminated against in the workplace. Under current law:
...parents aren't entitled to ... Read More
Plan a Vacation with Your Autistic Loved One
Monday July 10, 2006
Ready for that spontaneous getaway to Cancun? Um... you may have arrived at the wrong website! What makes a successful vacation with an autistic loved one? ... Read More
A Little Girl with Autism Makes it to the Mainstream
Saturday July 8, 2006
Glen Stevens, proud Dad of Shadow-lyn, shares his daughter's success in making her way from special needs to mainstream. Glen is an active contributor to the About.com Autism forum.
Do ... Read More
The Biomedical Perspective on Autism
Friday July 7, 2006
The Autism Research Institute was founded by Dr. Bernard Rimland and his associates in 1967. Rimland is a pioneer in autism research and treatment, and his DAN (Defeat Autism ... Read More
Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)
Wednesday July 5, 2006
Dr. Steven Gutstein developed the RDI treatment method for autism based on a review of thirty years of research. I reviewed the RDI literature, spoke with Dr. Gutstein, and ... Read More
Your Advice Requested: How Do You Explain Autism to Your Child on the Spectrum?
Tuesday July 4, 2006
A reader asks: I have a 13 year old with Asperger Syndrome. Yesterday he asked my wife what Autism is. Can you help me to help him
understand? What ... Read More
Marriage and the Child with Autism
Sunday July 2, 2006
No one ever said marriage was easy. When a married couple are faced with the reality of a child with special needs, marriage can get even tougher. How ... Read More
Links to Resources Galore at the Autism-PDD Network
Saturday July 1, 2006
The Autism-PDD Network may not be the prettiest site on the web, but their state-by-state resource guide, as well as their financial and legal resources make it a one-stop-shop for ... Read More