Saturday, January 12, 2013

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Eileen Bailey

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Early Start Denver Model Helps Children with Autism Boost Language and Social Skills

The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a early-intervention program for children with autism. According to Autism Speaks, the features of this program are: Naturalistic applied behavioral analytic strategies Sensitive to normal developmental sequence Deep parental involvement Focus on interpersonal exchange and positive affect Shared... Read moreChevron
posted 01/09/2013, comments (0)|
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8 Tips for Effective IEP Meetings

As we enter a new year, many school districts begin the process of reviewing and renewing students’ Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). These meetings are often emotional for parents, we see our children as the beautiful, talented children they are and want teachers and other school personnel to see them the same way. We want to make sure... Read moreChevron
posted 01/03/2013, comments (0)|
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5 Ways to Raise Awareness of Autism in the Upcoming Year

One in every 88 children have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which means that chances are you, or your children, know someone with ASD. Even though the number of autism diagnoses have increased tremendously over the past decade, there remains a great deal of confusion and misunderstandings. Parents of children with autism struggle to make friends... Read moreChevron
posted 12/26/2012, comments (0)|
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Asperger's Syndrome and Violence

Last Friday, the unthinkable happened. Twenty little children and 6 adults were murdered in a horrendous way. As a nation, we mourn for those that were killed and pray for their families. As is normal, we are curious as to why. We have a need to know and understand not only what happened but why it happened. If we understand why, then maybe we can... Read moreChevron
posted 12/17/2012, comments (0)|
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Blood Test for Diagnosing Autism May Be Coming Soon!

Diagnosing autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is based on a number of subjective evaluations. Unlike other  diseases, such as diabetes, there is no lab test to say definitively that a child or adult has ASD, instead evaluation is based on a observation of the child’s behaviors and medical history. But all that may change. Researchers at... Read moreChevron
posted 12/12/2012, comments (0)|