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- Replacing Negative Behaviors in Children With Habit Training - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2012 from Connie HammerParents often complain that they work on changing one irritating behavior only to find their child has replaced it with another annoying action. The easy solution to this problem is to choose the replacement behavior yourself and instill it as a habit. All children have the ability to learn ...
Views: 1475(1 vote) - Recognizing Signs of Stress in Kids With Autism - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Connie HammerThere are many things that can cause stress in any child. This can include a change in family dynamics, fighting with siblings or typical tension in the home. While these may be manageable stressors for adults, they can be big deals to children so it is important not to dismiss them. Other ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - Top 5 Kitchen Organization Tips for a Stress-Free Diet for ADHD, Autism and Allergies - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrBeing organized and efficient in the kitchen is a must for stress-free maintenance of a special diet for autism, ADHD or food allergies. When things get out of control and chaos takes over, it’s not pleasant to work in the kitchen. You are more likely to avoid it and make a run for the ...
Views: 2074 - Pros and Cons of a Strict GFCF vs. Mixed Diet Household - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrWhen you have a child with autism or ADHD and you choose to implement dietary changes, the question becomes – do we all do it or just the one child? I’ll discuss this in reference to GFCF (gluten free, dairy – casein free), but it could also be broadened to any dietary changes you wish to ...
Views: 1644(1 vote) - ADHD, Pesticides and Tips to Reduce Your Exposure - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrStudies have shown that pesticides contribute to ADHD, even at low levels of exposure. The organophosphate chemicals (the pesticides studied) are known to cause damage to the nerve connections in the brain – that’s how they work on the pests they prevent! In fact, the dysfunction of a specific ...
Views: 1356 - 10 Tips for Fun & Easy School Lunches that Fit Your Autism and ADHD Diet - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrSchool lunches can be overwhelming and difficult if you are new to the dietary changes that help ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It’s not just about rethinking the standard lunch with GFCF, additive-free, allergen-free food. It’s also about providing a lunch your child will ...
Views: 1655 - 3 Important Steps for Keeping Your Child Safe From Abuse - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from Connie HammerThis is an ever-changing world and there are many things in it that we would like to protect our children from. The last thing any parent wants to see is their child violated, hurt or in pain. As parents, we do our best to provide our children with safety equipment, expose them to lessons ...
Views: 1564 - A Dozen Ideas to Manage Your ASD Child's Repetitive Behaviors - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Connie HammerThere are many things we do to stimulate or calm our senses. We rock babies to soothe them and we sing or hum to ourselves in the shower, we fan ourselves to cool off when we are hot, and we hug and kiss others to give and receive comfort. When we want to increase or arouse our senses we often ...
Views: 1622 - What You Should Know About IV Administration Sets - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Stanford WrightThe continuing advancement in health care has increased the innovation of invasive technological procedures and therapies. This is evident in both developed and developing countries. Among the invasive technology, IV administration set plays a vital role in the administration of fluids and ...
Views: 1359 - Boosting Your Child's Immune System: One Bite At A Time! - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Susan Lynn PerryWhen trying to figure out new ways to help your child stay strong and healthy during this busy time of year, think about breaking it down into baby steps. The great philosopher Hippocrates said it best when he said, “let food be thy medicine”. In other words, start with your child’s diet and ...
Views: 1508 - Wonders of Music therapy for Autistic Children - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Carol MooreThere are several holistic ways to treat different ailments. Meditation, yoga and sound therapy are some of the natural forms of healing. Music therapy falls under the category of sound therapy. Since ages music has been a means to sooth the soul but now we know that it can heal our body and ...
Views: 1610 - Are Certain Behaviors Keeping Your Child with Autism Stuck? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Connie HammerDo all of your child’s behaviors make sense? Most likely they do not, especially if your child has an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The neural pathways in the brain of a child with Autism are wired differently causing him or her to respond in ways that may be very foreign to us. Does that make it ...
Views: 1547 - Why you should opt for hairdressing recruitment agencies? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Martyn ReganEvery person has a desire to look gorgeous and keep pace with the trends. Hairstyle is something that has taken the lead in defining it. Youngsters find it really amazing to meddle with their hairstyles and remain trendy. As far as the hair dresser scenario is considered, there is an evergreen ...
Views: 1325 - Want Your Child To Eat More Veggies? Try This! - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Susan Lynn PerryDepending on who you listen to, most of you know that your child should be eating between five and nine servings of vegetables every single day. But how in the world can that happen if you have a child resisting anything that looks like it came from Mother Earth? It’s not easy, that’s for ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Benefits of Attending a Trade Show for Your Business - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2012 from Kelli CooperIf you want to grow a successful business, you will need a variety of strategies as each approach has its benefits but also its limits; there are also many different components that need to be addressed in different ways. Utilizing a variety of avenues will maximize customer reach, increase ...
Views: 1640 - A Message For Parents: You Have the Power - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from April ChoulatWhen a child is diagnosed with autism, parents tell me they experience a range of emotions, from shock to despair to hopelessness, often with very little encouragement or light at the end of the tunnel. There is no “The bad news is this, but the good news is that”. It’s “the bad news is your ...
Views: 1386 - Sales Lead Generation: Learning From the Cats - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Oliver ScottHave you heard about the “Cat Theory” in sales prospecting? More importantly, it’s even more effective when it comes to lead generation in UK. Did you know that cats can teach you a thing or two—especially about selling? But first and foremost, bear in mind that dogs are poles apart from ...
Views: 1750 - QUALITIES OF EXCELLENT AUTISM CARE & TREATMENT - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from April ChoulatWith the range of programs and services available to parents of children with autism, it can be confusing and overwhelming to choose the most appropriate therapy option. In my experience working with families, there are several highly effective therapy programs that are significantly improving ...
Views: 1463 - Weed Seeds – Breaking the Seed Bank! - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Mark PhillipsIn today’s era, seed collectors now seem to have a more easily accessible option through online websites where one can select from a wide range of weed seeds or marijuana seeds. You name it and they got it in the range of grass seed and more! So ideally it is a seed one stop shop. Moreover, most ...
Views: 1482 - Helping Your Child with Autism Cope with School Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Connie HammerDo you really know how your child feels about going back to school this year? Maybe last year was a positive experience but can you really assume this will be another carbon copy? Many children, even those without an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), can harbor secret worries and concerns they ...
Views: 2716 - How to Bully Proof Your Child With Autism - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Connie HammerDoes your child have a bully problem? If not, consider yourself lucky that you don't have a bully to deal with right now but would you and your child be prepared if one should arrive on his or her doorstep tomorrow? Bullying is difficult for anyone to deal with, regardless of age. All ...
Views: 1555 - The Easy Way to Tell A Child They Have Autism? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2012 from Connie HammerParents of children diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder often fret about when to tell their child they have an Autism Spectrum Disorder and how. What if you didn't have to tell your child he or she has Autism? Wouldn't it be nice if you lived in a world where your child could just ...
Views: 1406 - 6 Benefits of Exercise for Children with ADHD and Autism - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrA special diet is critically important for children with autism and ADHD to promote a healthy digestive system and heal the gut. But it is only one part of the puzzle. Exercise is just as important and the following reasons explain how it can help your child: 1. Immune System – The more ...
Views: 2030 - Are You Caring For Yourself As Well As Your Family? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrAs a parent of a special needs child, it is all too easy to get lost in the mix of meltdowns, trips to school because of “incidents,” therapy and doctor sessions, never-ending search for information and ways to help your child, every day home and work requirements, and pure mental or physical ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - Arthritis Organic Treatments - The Most Efficient Arthritis Organic Treatment is Your Diet - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from Rakesh AgarwalThere are several arthritis natural cures that work. But all of them have 2 things in common. A powerful arthritis treatment will aim to treat the cause of the arthritis and will also aim to avoid upcoming arthritis strikes. If you do both of these, you will treat arthritis completely. And many ...
Views: 1973 - Understanding and Dealing With Angry Behavior in Young Children With Autism - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Connie HammerIf your child hits, bites, screams, pushes and destroys things and you are at a loss for what to do, don't dismay. Negative behaviors such as these are learned and they can be unlearned as well. Keep in mind that misbehavior is simply an expression of an unmet need or an inability to cope ...
Views: 1424(1 vote) - Summer: To Do or Not To Do “The Autism & ADHD Diet” - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrEven as grown adults with never ending responsibilities, being a parent means that we get to relax and slow down life a bit because it’s summer. There is no school schedule or stress and daily struggle over homework or school projects. I feel like it’s a chance for the kids to just be kids and ...
Views: 1375 - Benefits of Beginning or Upgrading Your Child’s Diet for Autism and ADHD in Summer - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrIn my last article, I wrote about why it’s important to stay consistent with your child’s diet for Autism or ADHD during the summer months, even though the pressure to conform to school standards is not there. This time, I’d like to talk about the benefits of starting or upgrading your ...
Views: 1408 - Autism and The Food Connection - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Ashley TanResearchers have found that most autistic children, especially those with late onset autism (emergence of autism symptoms only after or around three years of age) respond well when gluten and casein are strictly eliminated from their diet. Gluten is a protein found in everyday food that ...
Views: 2489(2 votes) - Breathing Techniques Relieves Stress and Improve Cognitive Function for ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Ashley TanSuffering from headaches, problem concentrating, anxiety? If you have adhd or learning disabilities, these feeling would most probably be magnified compared to those who doesn't have the same conditions. Changing the way you breathe might spell relief from those constant irritation and improve ...
Views: 2466(1 vote) - A Dad's Perspective on The Journey With Autism and What We Can Do to Help - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Connie HammerDads come in all shapes and sizes, personalities and temperaments, just like moms. Both mothers and fathers have dreams for their children that begin even before conception. Once a person discovers they are to become a parent, ideas form of how things will be with their son or daughter. Any ...
Views: 1523 - Chiropractic Care & Autism: It’s all about turning on the power again - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeDuring my schooling in natural health, I worked as a chiropractic assistant. I learned that nerve impulses from the spine to the body organs are the brain’s way of communicating with those body organs or systems; and if there was interference with that communication, then problems can occur. ...
Views: 1740 - Language Development for Better Speech - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Ashley TanHow 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 ...
Views: 2898(1 vote) - A Diagnosis of Autism: Making Adjustments to Manage Feelings of Loss and Grief - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Connie HammerHaving 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 ...
Views: 1393 - Apps for Special Needs - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Ashley TanSpecial 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 ...
Views: 2408(1 vote) - Responding to Difficult Behaviors With a Different Approach to Time Out - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Connie HammerAll 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 ...
Views: 1631(2 votes) - Asperger's In Girls and the Issue Of Gender In Autism - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Amanda DavidsonAsperger'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 ...
Views: 1365(1 vote) - ***Perhaps Autism is a Spiritual Experience - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Norma HollisMy 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 ...
Views: 7331(1 vote) - The Power of Positive Self-Talk for Kids With Autism - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2012 from Connie HammerWhat 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 ...
Views: 5047(1 vote) - The Controversy between the connection of Vaccination & Autism - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDuring 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 ...
Views: 2069 - Funding Your Child's Specialized, Private K-12 School - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Kellie HuffConcerned 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 ...
Views: 1920(1 vote) - Reducing Bathroom Battles When Potty Training Your ASD Child - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Connie HammerPotty 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 ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - A Successful Transition to Adulthood for My Child With Autism - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Connie HammerAll 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 ...
Views: 1390(1 vote) - Orthomolecular Treatment for Autism - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Michael LocklearIn 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 ...
Views: 3967 - Raising a Child With Autism When Hugs Are In Short Supply - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Connie HammerWill 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 ...
Views: 1355 - HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR AUTISM - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Dr.Rangadhar Satapathy'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 ...
Views: 2030 - Accepting Autism to Become an Effective Advocate - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Connie HammerDid 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 ...
Views: 1300 - Divorce and Autism: Making the Best of an Unfortunate Situation - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2012 from Connie HammerThe 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 ...
Views: 1623 - Laughing and Loving with Autism - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Wayne GilpinFuture 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 ...
Views: 1439 - Dealing With Embarrassing Situations As a Parent of a Child With Autism - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Connie HammerEvery 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 ...
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