SelfGrowth.com articles for Autism

Language Development for Better Speech

bookhelp7@gmail.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 am

How would you decide whether your child's language development is on track? As communication is the basis of success in life and at work, emphasis should be given early on to assess the level of your child's control over his or her strength in managing language. This is especially true for ...

A Diagnosis of Autism: Making Adjustments to Manage Feelings of Loss and Grief

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sun, 13 May 2012 12:00:00 am

Having a child with a disability is every parent's nightmare. Once you have heard the words, "Your child has Autism." the disappointment, anger and the feeling of isolation can leave you in shock. How long you remain there will be determined by how well you deal with your ...

Apps for Special Needs

bookhelp7@gmail.com — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 am

Special needs children consists of those that fall under the categories of autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, down syndrome and others. These children have a myriad of conditions and developmental difficulties that prevents them from communicating and learning properly. The usage of apps for ...

Responding to Difficult Behaviors With a Different Approach to Time Out

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 12:00:00 am

All children want to be good and please their caretakers. Young children don't PLAN to misbehave or fall apart. When a child has an emotional meltdown it signals they are having trouble controlling their emotions, especially when the demands of the environment exceed their current ability to ...

Asperger's In Girls and the Issue Of Gender In Autism

grnmndd@gmail.com — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:00:00 am

Asperger's is a form of autism that is becoming more widely recognized and understood as a condition for both children and adults, but an area still posing many questions is the issue of Asperger's in girls. Gender is a hot topic of debate, not just in Asperger's but all forms of Autism Spectrum ...

Perhaps Autism is a Spiritual Experience

coaching@normahollis.com — Wed, 4 Apr 2012 12:00:00 am

My cousin Adam is autistic. He’s one of the lucky ones. He’s a functional autistic now in his late 40’s and working as a gas station attendant. My most vivid memory of our childhood was him coming to visit on Christmas Day. My father always had a full fire going in the fireplace to warm us in ...

The Power of Positive Self-Talk for Kids With Autism

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sun, 1 Apr 2012 12:00:00 am

What type of messages do you think are going on inside your child's mind? Children with special needs such as Autism will intuitively grasp that they are different and pick up on the less than positive judgments from others - however subtle they may be. Do you pay attention to that voice ...

The Controversy between the connection of Vaccination & Autism

drgrant@rogers.com — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:37:08 pm

During last ten years the incidence of autism has skyrocketed from 1 in 300 to 1 in 600 children. Many in the healthcare field believe that vaccinations may be the culprit that conventional medicine is fearful to scrutinize. Are vaccinations worth the risk of a child becoming autistic for ...

Funding Your Child's Specialized, Private K-12 School

kellie@aurorastrategies.com — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:00:00 am

Concerned about the expense of a specialized K-12 school for your child? The cost of a specialized private school is expensive. From the necessary equipment, to multiple types of curriculum matched to each child’s specific needs, to the level of education of the teachers, support faculty ...

Reducing Bathroom Battles When Potty Training Your ASD Child

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:00:00 am

Potty training a normal, healthy child can propel any parent into a state of anxiety, overwhelm and exhaustion. Now let's consider what potty training is like for a parent when their child is on the Autism spectrum? A child with Autism may have sensory issues that get in the way or they may not ...

A Successful Transition to Adulthood for My Child With Autism

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sun, 4 Mar 2012 12:00:00 am

All parents worry about their child's future. Many of us wonder what our children will be like when they grow up. Will they go to college, join the military, find a good job and be financially independent? Will they have healthy relationships and become parents themselves? Are the concerns of ...

Orthomolecular Treatment for Autism

1918ebo@gmail.com — Mon, 5 Mar 2012 8:26:19 pm

In 1911, a Swiss psychiatrist named Eigen Bleuler was the first to describe autism as a medical disorder. However, he was talking about adults, and the condition he was describing is now known as schizophrenia. Thirty years later, in 1943, Dr. Leo Kanner of Johns Hopkins University redefined ...

Raising a Child With Autism When Hugs Are In Short Supply

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:00:00 am

Will a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder limit my emotional connection to my child? As parents we all want to cuddle, kiss and hold our children. Not only do they feel good to hold but they smell good too - most of the time. But what is a parent to do when their child pulls away from ...

HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR AUTISM

multicare.homeo@yahoo.com — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:00:00 am

'Autistic Spectrum Disorder' is commonly known as 'autism' and a person suffering from this illness is referred to as 'autistic'. It is a behavioral disorder with a number of symptoms that may range from mild to severe. No two children with autism may have exactly the same symptoms or the same ...

Accepting Autism to Become an Effective Advocate

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:00:00 am

Did you sense how your identity changed when you became a parent? At the moment of birth or adoption, our lives are never the same because once a parent, always a parent. Despite the fact that our self-identity shifted once Mother Nature inaugurated us as mom or dad, this new role is not ...

Divorce and Autism: Making the Best of an Unfortunate Situation

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 12:00:00 am

The myth that families of children with Autism have an 80% divorce rate was proven false by researcher Brian Freedman, PhD, clinical director of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders at the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, as this article, Autism Families: High Divorce Rate Is a ...

Laughing and Loving with Autism

social.media@fhautism.com — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:00:00 am

Future Horizons became the largest publisher in the world, in autism, because of love. Not a love of profit or glory..but the love of a son. R. Wayne Gilpin had a son, Alex, who was challenged with autism, but blessed with a wonderfully giving and honest view of the world. Diagnosed at the ...

Dealing With Embarrassing Situations As a Parent of a Child With Autism

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:00:00 am

Every once in a while parents are embarrassed by their child's behavior or the factual remarks they make, such as pointing to a person next to you in line and claiming, "she's fat!" Moments like this can be very uncomfortable but fortunately do not occur often, but the risk may be higher if you ...

Pets to the Rescue! Great for Whatever Ails You

janus@theco-creativecoach.com — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:00:00 am

One of the things I love most about South Florida is how “Doggie-Friendly” it is. Many places here – especially in Delray Beach – are tolerant and even happy when a dog accompanies you as you shop. Many restaurateurs allow you to dine in outside seating with your canine pal. Sipping on a ...

Helping Your ASD Child Survive A Sensory Sensitive Holiday

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:00 am

The holidays are a time of great joy, laughter, learning experiences, sensory awakenings, and fabulous opportunities. Unfortunately, maintaining a holiday atmosphere full of merriment and cheer is not possible to sustain twenty-four hours a day, every day of the week, especially when you have a ...

Autism Causes, Herbal products Ashwagandha Bacopa

dr.veenadeo@gmail.com — Sun, 4 Dec 2011 3:26:46 pm

The definition of Autism is “Absorption in self-centered subjective mental activity” as in daydreams, fantasies, delusions or hallucinations and when accompanied by marked withdrawal from reality. Autism is a mental disorder originating in infancy that is characterized by self absorption, ...

***Is There Really a “Window” for Autism Recovery?

susan@mothercub.com — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

I have parents ask me all the time about this elusive “window” for autism recovery. You know what I mean, right? We’ve been told in the past through the media and various sources (mostly well-intentioned, I believe) that you must get an autism diagnosis and begin treatment immediately, because ...

Autism Isn't Fair to Me! Promoting Positive Feelings Among Siblings

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

If you have more than one child, do they compete for your attention? Do you detect jealousy that you would rather not see? Does the amount of bickering among your children and lobbying for No. 1 position concern you as a parent? Welcome to the world of parenting! In addition to that, if you ...

5 Autism Communication Tips That Make a Difference!

elisa@thinkautism.co.uk — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

Having worked for three years on a one to one basis with several children with autism approximately since 2003, I was beginning to see a current theme in the way that those children communicated; very robotic, unnatural, scripted and disconnected. Communication is so important, it is a tool to ...

***Integrated 4 Part Therapy for Autism (and most other Mental Problems)

drbate@bellsouth.net — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

There seem to be hundreds of therapies for autism on the market today and "on the market" seems to be the reason - money. However, there is no real integration of any of these therapies and little information for the "poor" parents with an autistic child (and "poor" is often correct as ...

Understanding Autism

robertdeansmate@yahoo.co.uk — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

The emotions felt when somebody close to you is diagnosed with autism is often devastating. Yet it does not need to be. The fact is that with the ideal autism carer, those that have autism can live a comparatively ordinary life. Though there are an infinite variety of indicators related ...

***Bridging the Gap: How iLs Can Help Your Child With Autism

susan@mothercub.com — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

Last month, I was honored to be invited to the iLs (Integrated Listening Systems) Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado, where I had the opportunity to interact with a diverse group of doctors, therapists, educators, and other professionals. The one thing all of these people had in common was ...

How to Overcome Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

danicasusan@hiddensideeffects.com — Sat, 8 Oct 2011 5:58:03 pm

Are you having problems with your ritualistic behavior? Are you troubled by your unwanted thoughts that keep popping on your mind like a computer virus? Try to evaluate yourself and trace down how many times your rituals and thoughts had caused disruption into your daily activities. Find out ...

The Shock and Despair of Discovering Your Child Has Autism. Where Do You Turn?

earlenebasslervd@aol.com — Fri, 7 Oct 2011 12:00:00 am

Parents experience many emotions when they discover their child has autism. A combination of shock and despair engulfs the parents. The heart may race, as it slowly breaks, and the mind may refuse to function, as the concern of the stability of their child consumes their mind. It is a trying ...

Turning Common Interactions Into Meaningful Social Skill Lessons for a Child With Autism

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 12:00:00 am

Do you have a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who is challenged socially? Do you realize that you don't have to rely on the professionals who provide services to your child to enhance their social skills. Social skill groups and classes led by experts in the field are extremely ...

Treatment for Leucoderma or Vitiligo

anjalisharma6066@gmail.com — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:00:00 am

Strictly speaking, Leucoderma is not a term exam, although it has come to mean any white skin patch of color / light. In very general terms, white spot can be purchased or may be present at birth. Again, both acquired and innate skin patches may result from the hordes of reasons. For more ...

6 Ways to Nurture Curiosity in a Child With Autism

cchammer@roadrunner.com — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:00:00 am

Along with motivation, curiosity is the one of the best and most direct paths to learning new things. Encouraging curiosity in children is a crucial role parents need to play in developing their child's intellect. Children will stay curious as long as they are allowed to explore, discover and ...

Facts About Cerebral Palsy

linsm2010@gmail.com — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 9:15:10 pm

Cerebral Palsy, also known as CP, is a common congenital disorder among children. Due to lack of muscle tone, muscle movement and motor skills, movement is usually not purposeful. Over 500,000 adults and children are affected. The majority of those that are affected by this disease are affected ...

Craniosacral Therapy: An Alternative Approach For Autism

gloria@craniosacralcare.com — Tue, 6 Sep 2011 10:11:29 pm

Craniosacral Therapy naturally relieves pain and stress. strengthens your resistance to disease, and enhances your over-all health and well-being. It is an alternative approach to traditional healthcare, developed in clinical trials at Michigan State University by Dr. John Upledger in the ...

***Should MY Child Be On The GFCF Diet?

susan@mothercub.com — Tue, 6 Sep 2011 12:00:00 am

Going on the Gluten-free, Casein-free Diet (otherwise known as GFCF) can have tremendous benefits for children on the autism spectrum. In fact, many physicians agree that by removing potential inflammatory ingredients from a child’s diet (especially a child on the spectrum), you have a much ...

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