BY KATIE R. GABRIEL For centuries horses and dogs have been used for work, carting people, plowing, and helping take care of the farm. However, recently researchers have found that animals such as horses and dogs can be useful in other ways, such as animal therapy. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that affects communication skills and social interaction, which as a result affects a child’s educational performance (Heward, 2013, p. 236). Therapists […]
Down syndrome screening isn’t about public health. It’s about eliminating a group of people By Renate Lindeman June 16, 2015 Renate Lindeman is the spokesperson for Dutch parent group Downpride. She lives in the Netherlands. Upon delivering my first child 11 years ago, I heard the words “Down syndrome,” and my world collapsed. Visions of children sitting passively in a corner watching life go by, not participating, kept me awake those first nights as a […]
Please join POAC as we Walk For A Difference! We need you to make this a success so please register and start your team today. Bring your family and friends to one of the best autism events in New Jersey. We will have food, entertainment, an autism resource fair, and lots of surprises. There’s no party like a POAC party so be sure to join us for a great day of fun and help POAC […]
BY KAREN KABAKI-SISTO, M.S. CCC-SLP METHODS FOR EVERY LEVEL I was counseling the father of one of my clients with autism at their home. Usually, his daughter speaks only when she is asked a question. But suddenly, without anyone asking her anything, she screamed out, “I did it!” and handed him her tooth that she had pulled out while he and I were talking. Her father didn’t know what to be more surprised about – […]
Early Childhood Break Box is a box full of educational toys and therapy tools, designed for young children and meant to engage those persons with autistic traits or Asperger’s syndrome, Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder or any students who cannot sit still. The box is geared toward preventing disruptive behavior by integrating the sensory motor activities throughout the day. Assists in self-regulation in order to develop the ability to calm down, channel energy, and focus for […]
