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posted 05/18/2009, comments (4)

Should you or Your Child try the GFCF (Gluten-free Casein-free) Diet?

I am sure that you may have heard about the Gluten-free Casein-free diet by now. It has been in the news. There are now special cookbooks specifically geared for special populations to try this diet including the "Kid-Friendly ADHD and Autism cookbook." And there are whole blogs devoted to sharing GFCF recipes. This diet has... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/04/2009, comments (2)

My Interview with Thomas McKean, author and advocate for those on the Autism Spectrum

I first met Thomas many years ago when my now teen-age son was diagnosed with autism. Thomas is an incredible individual who has overcome so many of the challenges associated with having an autism spectrum disorder. Thomas is a published writer, lecturer, poet, and has even been on Oprah. Always... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/27/2009, comments (5)

Detecting the Early Warning Signs of Autism

It seems that there is more awareness than ever about autism these days. When I go to the bookstore there are multiple shelves reserved for books written about this disorder. There are more news articles, more research and more public discussions about autism than ever. This greater awareness may be due to the growing rates of children... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/19/2009, comments (8)

Autism Awareness Month: Interview with Stephen Shore

In honor of Autism Awareness Month I am continuing with my series of interviews with people who make a difference in the efforts to promote a greater understanding of this mysterious "disorder." Some people, including my next interviewee might not consider autism a disorder as much as a neurological difference. Stephen Shore is a well... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/13/2009, comment (1)

Autism Interview: Robert Parish, award winning film maker, author, and autism advocate

In honor of Autism Awareness month I have the privilege of interviewing my friend, editor, and fellow parent of a child on the autism spectrum. I first heard of Robert when someone on an on-line support group for parents told me about his documentary entitled, Come Back Jack. I remember having a cathartic cry when I saw it... Read more Chevron

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