Tag Archives: disabilities

UPDATE: All About Autism Introduces Revised Resources

Posted on October 22, 2013 by all about autism

Fall brings a change in season. It’s often a time to clean, organize the garage and reorganize our wardrobe as we prepare for the winter season. In the same spirit, I decided to revisit and update important resources for those … Continue reading →

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Start the School Year with a ‘Thank You’

Posted on August 20, 2013 by all about autism

As I await the sounds of the students walking our halls and the artwork to drape the walls, I’m thinking of our faculty and staff returning today preparing for a new school year. We are so fortunate to have such … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged adapted bicycling, back to school, barber national institute, bicycle, bni, children, disabilities, faculty, new school year, physical therapy, PT, teachers, thank you | 2 Comments

Best Buddies: A Student’s View

Posted on August 6, 2013 by all about autism

I had the privilege to chat with Joe about his experience at the Best Buddies Leadership conference and couldn’t wait to share my interview with him. I hope you are as encouraged by him as I am. How was the conference? … Continue reading →

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Autism & The DSM-5: Doorstop or Diagnostic Tool?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by all about autism

The definition of autism has evolved over the years. I remember teaching (many years ago) when children who are now considered on the spectrum were diagnosed as “mentally retarded with autistic tendencies”. Then DSM-IV was published in 1994, and we … Continue reading →

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Anything is possible!

Posted on July 9, 2013 by all about autism

Ryan loves running! I remember his first race as little boy wondering “Is it possible for him to finish?” I wasn’t quite sure he’d cross the finish line, but he did, and I was there to greet him as he … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 5k, autism, cerebral palsy, disabilities, disabled, marathon, nonverbal, quadriplegic, running, special needs, team hoty | 4 Comments

Are ALL Children Really Included?

Posted on June 27, 2013 by all about autism

Do you remember being in school when you and your classmates would gather in the gym for the annual class photo? I remember all of mine (some dreaded, some not) and my son’s. This tradition of capturing the class photo continues … Continue reading →

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Kayaking, Swimming and the Behavioral Benefits

Posted on June 25, 2013 by all about autism

It is 80 degrees and sunny in Erie — perfect weather for outdoor sports, games or just about anything that you dreamed of doing in the midst of a snowstorm. Summer provides a great opportunity for you and your child to … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set, Ride!

Posted on May 30, 2013 by all about autism

Summer is the season of bike rides! Riding a bike is one of the summertime joys of living in Erie. We have more than our fair share of great paths and trails around Lake Erie and the northeast region. Riding … Continue reading →

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Real Choices, Real Jobs

Posted on March 21, 2013 by all about autism

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 →

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DSM-IV Changes

Posted on January 25, 2013 by all about autism

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.”