Tag Archives: special needs

What Factors Increase the Risk of Autism?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by all about autism

There is much discussion among those in the autism community about certain factors that may increase the risk of autism. Many theories and studies are out there – genetics, prenatal environment, vaccines – the list goes on and on. Recently, … Continue reading →

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Young Adults With Autism

Posted on May 22, 2012 by all about autism

The first question I asked when learning that my son Ryan had an autism spectrum disorder was “What would his future look like?”  Up until then, I presumed that he would attend the University of Notre Dame, as my father, … Continue reading →

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Defining Autism…Again

Posted on May 17, 2012 by all about autism

In early April, we discussed the planned revision of the medical definition of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in DSM V.  The proposed definition of Autism, which would eliminate Asperger Syndrome and “pervasive developmental disorder,” was criticized when researchers at Yale … Continue reading →

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Building Your Child’s Confidence

Posted on May 15, 2012 by all about autism

Last week, we talked about the prevalence of bullying both in our school and online, and we discussed how we as parents can spot the signs of bullying.  Today, let’s talk about how to build your child’s self confidence and … Continue reading →

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Is Your Child Being Bullied?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by all about autism

I was reading an article recently about bullying and was surprised and saddened by the statistics – one out of four teens has experienced some form of bullying.  In fact, 40% of children have been bullied while online.  Certainly, bullying … Continue reading →

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Robot Therapy Research Begins

Posted on May 1, 2012 by all about autism

Over the past several years, more than $100 million has been spend trying to find the cause of autism. While this research is very important, I believe that we also have to invest in trying to find more effective treatment … Continue reading →

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An Evolution of Research

Posted on April 26, 2012 by all about autism

There has been a great deal of “buzz” the last two weeks about the latest findings in a number of Autism research projects. We have been pointed in the direction of genetics, which many believe accounts for roughly 20% of … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Week of the Young Child

Posted on April 24, 2012 by all about autism

April 22nd-28th is the annual celebration for the Week of the Young Child. Its purpose is to focus attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize early childhood programs and services which lay the future … Continue reading →

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Should Schools Make Exceptions for Student Athletes with Disabilities?

Posted on April 17, 2012 by all about autism

Many of us read about the high school athlete with Down syndrome, Eric Dompierre, who was on the basketball team at his high school.  Unfortunately, he will be unable to play his senior season because the Michigan High School Athletic … Continue reading →

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Finding the Right App for your Child

Posted on April 12, 2012 by all about autism

We have talked about the value and uses of touch screen mobile devices and what to think about in making your selection. Now that you’ve made your purchase, your next step is to search for fun and educational apps! This may … Continue reading →

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