http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner en-us Wed, 30 Dec 2009 11:34:47 -0700 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:52:15 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d30-What-is-the-legacy--for-Kim-Peek-Rainman-and-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Kim Peek, the inspiration for Dustin Hoffman's role in Rainman, died last week. His legacy may in fact add credence to advancing futures for adults with autism. What you see is not always what you get, and no matter what their differences, eve... autism Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:52:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d30-What-is-the-legacy--for-Kim-Peek-Rainman-and-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d29-A-new-year-for-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Yesterday, my son who has autism, told me that I was a terrible mother. How normal is that! When did autism consume my life in a way that I neglected my humanity. It's a rhetorical question. My grandmother used to comment that "Y... autism Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:20:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d29-A-new-year-for-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d11-John-Elder-Robison-enlightens-and-inspires-about-his-own-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner John Elder Robison learned that he had autism when he was 40 years old. So goes the saga of his remarkable life, as he shared with an audience in Wilton, Connecticut. His lecture tells a journey that travels from childhood to his own experience be... autism in the news autism autism therapies Fri, 11 Dec 2009 07:26:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d11-John-Elder-Robison-enlightens-and-inspires-about-his-own-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d7-Director-of-giant-steps-shares-her-motivation-about-her-daughters-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Norwalk Community College in Norwalk, Connecticut is on the cutting edge in bringing a sense of humanity to the autism world. Earlier this year, David Chase, director of Extended Studies, hired a young man with autism to work in his office (via a ... autism in the news autism Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:00:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d7-Director-of-giant-steps-shares-her-motivation-about-her-daughters-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d6-News-that-mind-blindness-characterizes-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Perhaps Robert Downey Jr. will describe  his method acting portrayal of Sherlock Holmes as that of a man who has autism. So goes the recent diagnosis Hidden Clues in today's NYTimes Magazine. However "kitchy" this notion about H... autism in the news autism Autism 101 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:52:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d6-News-that-mind-blindness-characterizes-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d4-New-study-about-diagnosing-autism-in-infancy?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Dr. Ami Klin of Yale Child Study developed eye tracking techniques to study autism nearly 10 years ago. It was innovative technology utilized for understanding the disorder, as well as implementing therapies. The "look at me" strategy ha... autism in the news autism autism therapies Autism 101 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 07:13:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d4-New-study-about-diagnosing-autism-in-infancy?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d2-Early-intervention-makes-a-significant-difference-for-autistic-children-no-duh?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Newsflash: Early intervention is the key to tackling autism, no duh! Currently there are no new "light bulb" interventions to cure autism. Renaming therapies is tantamount to re-gifting at holiday time. Social cognition is the catchy... autism in the news autism autism therapies Autism 101 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:53:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m12d2-Early-intervention-makes-a-significant-difference-for-autistic-children-no-duh?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d26-Parents-of-autistic-children-object-to-Thomas-Friedmans-analogy?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Thomas Friedman is hailed as an innovative author and self professed philosopher of the state of the world. He has captured the hearts of high school history teachers who extol the virtues of his book The World is Flat . While his points about gov... autism Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:13:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d26-Parents-of-autistic-children-object-to-Thomas-Friedmans-analogy?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d21-The-drug-Abilify-has-been-approved-to-temper-the-symptoms-of-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Reuters announces  UPDATE 1-FDA OKs Abilify for child autism irritablity. It has been approved to treat aggression, self injury, tantrums and that the drug should be indicated as part of treatment program. Before hailing Abilify as the ne... autism in the news autism autism therapies Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:22:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d21-The-drug-Abilify-has-been-approved-to-temper-the-symptoms-of-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d20-How-autism-stresses-the-parents-marriage-and-what-to-do-about-it?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Jill Edelman, couple's therapist and author of The Couples Toolkit has a special needs child. It is with this perspective that she has experienced  how to nourish a relationship while facing the challenge. Her post, A Couples’ C... autism Autism 101 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:58:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d20-How-autism-stresses-the-parents-marriage-and-what-to-do-about-it?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d15-JB-Hanley-of-Generation-Rescue-punctuates-the-rise-in-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner JB Handley of Generation Rescue responded to An historic event:voting on the future for adults with autism. His candor about the rise in cases of autism is preaching to the choir of people who believe there is in fact an escalation. However, peopl... autism in the news autism vaccines Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:06:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d15-JB-Hanley-of-Generation-Rescue-punctuates-the-rise-in-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d14-An-historic-event-voting-on-the-future-of-adults-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Heroes are built in all sizes shapes and colors. Heroes have strengths and weaknesses; heroes have disabilities. Heroes have autism. Heroes are parents of autism. Friday, November 13th, 2009 was an historic day. A group of concerned and dedica... autism in the news autism Autism 101 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:28:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d14-An-historic-event-voting-on-the-future-of-adults-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Reaching-children-with-autism-with-online-lessons-for-parents?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Parents can benefit from the advice from Bridget Taylor, renowned autism behaviorist as well as other experts in the business of treating autism. It is a brilliant effort, created by Rethink Autism, that brings therapy into the homes of families w... autism in the news autism autism therapies Autism 101 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:07:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Reaching-children-with-autism-with-online-lessons-for-parents?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Judging-vaccines-and-diagnosis-autism-takes-a-hit?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Truth in advertising is hardly a novel approach. The mantra for Syms discount stores: "An Educated Consumer is Our Best Customer" rings provocative. Everyone wants a bargain, but do we gamble with our health in the process? Does a diagno... autism in the news autism vaccines snake oil for autism Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:32:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Judging-vaccines-and-diagnosis-autism-takes-a-hit?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Autism-and-the-role-of-preoccupations?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Many parents report about passionate hobbies or preoccupations that comprise the daily activities of their children with autism. While the routine of trains and their schedules may fascinate one child, the art of cartoons dazzle another. The notio... autism Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:42:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Autism-and-the-role-of-preoccupations?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Rethink-autism-snags-a-giant-in-the-field-for-online-webinar?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner San Francisco Parenting Examiner, Laura Schumaker reports on Peter Gerhardt's upcoming webinar for Rethink Autism. She aptly recognizes that "many parents look at "Peter"as a savior for helping their family get through challengi... autism in the news autism autism therapies Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:53:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Rethink-autism-snags-a-giant-in-the-field-for-online-webinar?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Seventy-nine-per-cent-unemployment-for-adults-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Autism is a global issue. Peter Bell, executive Vice President for Programs and Services at Autism Speaks punctuated  the vital need for effective policy to address the needs of adults living with autism: The face of autism is rapidly cha... autism in the news autism Autism 101 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:41:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Seventy-nine-per-cent-unemployment-for-adults-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d4-When-social-etiquette-causes-anxiety-for-those-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Navigating the social world is innately learned. Appreciating nuance or idiom comes with the territory as children grow. They learn very early in life, that when the weatherman announces that "it's raining cats and dogs", animals are... autism autism therapies Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:26:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d4-When-social-etiquette-causes-anxiety-for-those-with-autism?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-A-professor-treats-her-autistic-childs-aggressions-with-marijuana?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner Deluged by the Opportunists in Autism, parents are fraught with heartbreaking dilemmas. Whether or not to utilize drug therapy for behaviors is a conflict that many parents face. There has been no more compelling a scenario than one shar... autism in the news autism autism therapies snake oil for autism Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:11:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-A-professor-treats-her-autistic-childs-aggressions-with-marijuana?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Advice-from-Resilientmom-for-parents-of-autistic-children?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner When I began this journey 21 years ago, there was very little support or information to be shared about autism. I vowed to be a resource for others in the wake of the autism tsunami. Prior to the internet explosion, mothers and fathers called me f... autism autism therapies Autism 101 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:03:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3565-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Advice-from-Resilientmom-for-parents-of-autistic-children?cid=exrss-Autism--Parenting-Examiner