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Tag Archives: autism
Real Choices, Real Jobs
What happens after your child graduates from high school? Will he or she be able to get a job? Will he or she be able to live independently? These are questions that parents of children with disabilities ask themselves, often … Continue reading
Hare Care: Here comes the Easter Bunny!
Sunday was St. Patrick’s day, spring begins tomorrow (even though snow is falling outside my window), and Easter is right around the corner. Isn’t time flying by? As the days roll onward, I am making a concerted effort to take … Continue reading
What I learned from blogging
One year, 100+ blog posts and 12,000 views ago, I began blogging. I must admit that I didn’t know much about how to get started except that I would have to do a lot of writing, put up photos and … Continue reading
What’s happening in three weeks?
How do you focus international attention on Autism? The Light It Up Blue campaign, sponsored by Autism Speaks, shines an international spotlight on the importance of autism education, research and support. On Tuesday, April 2, communities, schools, businesses and supporters … Continue reading
Living with Aspergers: The Silver Lining
Wanting both to be popular but also wanting to be by himself. Wanting to be friendly but lacking the ability to make friends without being “weird” (his words). Robert Louis Milanich faced more than the typical childhood bullying challenges. The … Continue reading
What’s Non-Slip but not Sticky?
I had the honor of listening to Dr. Louis J. Gaston on Tuesday’s in-service day at the school. Internationally known for his inspiring efforts with wounded warriors, Dr. Gaston works to create independence through innovation. He presented on his company, … Continue reading
Study Links Folic Acid to Lower Autism Risk
I was listening to the news Saturday morning, and my ears perked up when I heard the reporter discuss a new study indicating that prenatal folic acid (vitamin B9) significantly reduces the risk of autism. We knew that prenatal folic … Continue reading
Autism-Friendly Winter Activities
This morning, looking out my office window, I’m amazed at the beauty and power of the weather. It’s blustery, cold and snowy – a typical Erie winter day. Yet, just yesterday I sat here, looking out the same window watching … Continue reading
DSM-IV Changes
The American Psychiatric Association recently announced some changes in the upcoming Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV), to be published in May 2013. The authors originally planned to change the diagnosis of “mental retardation” to “intellectual developmental disorder.”
Children with Autism and Optimal Outcomes
The Wall Street Journal yesterday carried an article, “Who can outgrow or recover from autism?” The Journal was reporting on a study conducted by Deborah Fein, Ph. D., of the University of Connecticut, Storrs. I’m sure that every parent of … Continue reading
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