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Startling New Report: Obesity Among Teens With Autism

Posted on March 19, 2014 by all about autism

I was startled to read the latest report from the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) on the rate of obesity among teens with intellectual disabilities and autism: 13.1% of teenagers without developmental disabilities 20% of teenagers with intellectual … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged active, asd, autism, bni, cycling, disabilities, ELBS, fitness, My Bike, obesity, running, special needs, swimming, Variety, walking | Leave a comment

Video Games – Good, Bad or Both?

Posted on January 30, 2014 by all about autism

Today I hope to summarize some of the good and bad effects of video games according to the latest in research. Yes, video games can be highly rewarding, stimulating and motivating activities. We know that video games change our brains … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged addiction, ADHD, asd, autism, behavior, bni, Christopher R. Engelhardt Ph.D., dopamine, ELBS, glutamate, inattention, special education, special needs, video games | 4 Comments

What can I do to help my child go to sleep at night? How can I help my child sleep through the night? These are two questions I’ve asked on numerous occasions and are two of the most common questions of … Continue reading →

Posted on January 28, 2014 by all about autism | 9 Comments

How Do You Experience Gratitude?

Posted on November 14, 2013 by all about autism

Gratitude. Enter the word into your internet browser and you’ll find countless links to information on the meaning, experience, and practice of gratitude. I admit, I’ve written many times on the practice of gratitude. The concept comes naturally this time … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged asd, autism, bni, giving, grateful, Gratitude, teaching gratitude, TedTalk, Thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Autism Research: 2 Studies You May Have Missed

Posted on November 12, 2013 by all about autism

Research reveals how new eye-tracking technology for infants and medication for teenagers makes a difference in the diagnosis and treatment of autism A new study, published Wednesday in the journal Nature, asked the question “Does how long an infant spend … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged asd, aspergers, autism, autism research, autism speaks, awareness, research findings, social skills | 2 Comments

“Fall Back”: How to Embrace Daylight Savings Time

Posted on November 7, 2013 by all about autism

As we were driving to the gym this morning, Ryan commented about how bright it was outside. I reminded him that we turned back the clocks Saturday night, which meant we had light earlier in the morning. (Unfortunately, night would … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged "Fall Back", asd, autism, changing seasons, children, daylight savings, erie, Fall, parenting, tips | Leave a comment

The 1 Action You Must Take!

Posted on November 5, 2013 by all about autism

Voting is the one action essential to your future and the future of your child and all children, especially those children and adults with disabilities. Ryan and I were at the polls this morning ready to cast our vote. We … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged ADA, advocacy, asd, autism, barber institute, cast your vote, children, children and adults with disabitlies, disabilities, erie, I voted, PA ballot, parents, Vote, vote for change | 1 Comment

Halloween’s Sweetest Memories aren’t about Candy

Posted on October 31, 2013 by all about autism

Each year, as the month of October draws to a close, I look forward to the spooktacular fun that fills the school! Today’s Halloween parade brings back sweet memories of the children who have walked the parade route over the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged asd, autism, bni, children, halloween, Halloween parade | 2 Comments

A Safe and Spooktacular Halloween

Posted on October 29, 2013 by all about autism

Halloween is all about dressing up as scary, ghoulish, funny characters, knocking on the doors of neighbors and friends, collecting treats and relishing in the fun. However, for many children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), this can be a difficult … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged asd, aspergers, autism awareness, children, erie, halloween, tips, trick-or-treating | Leave a comment

The Journey to Employment: Celebrating NDEAM

Posted on October 24, 2013 by all about autism

Mike Shultz, a former early intervention student, who attended preschool at ELBS, went on to graduate from Central High and has been employed at Plastek for one year recently shared his journey to employment. A dream come true! He is … Continue reading →