Archive for the ‘Asperger Syndrome’ Category
Sunday, April 26th, 2009
I recently came across an innovative program created by Google called SketchUp, which allows people to create virtual dreamhomes as well as other visionary thoughts. A bit into the project and Google started hearing from families of children on the autism spectrum who were delighted with SketchUp and how it ...
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Tuesday, November 25th, 2008
Just came across the idea of sensory stories which I was unaware of before- basically, they adapt the principles of social stories to sensory situations to help kids with ASD and/or sensory processing diffiuclties to cope better/more appropriately to sensory stimuli. According to the website www.sensorystories.com :"Sensory Stories teach children with over-responsive ...
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Friday, September 5th, 2008
As children with Asperger Syndrom get older, they can find their school environment very challenging. And for those educating the child with Asperger Sydrome, they can often find themselves at a loss, and frustrated with the best ways to present curriculum and materials.
If you are a parent or educator of ...
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Thursday, July 17th, 2008
Yet another study identifying a genetic component to autism, although this one may actually provide some clues regarding intervention approaches:
Gene discoveries yield autism clues
Story Highlights
Study: Genes suggest autism happens in brains that can't form proper connections
Some genes may have been stuck in "off" position, respond to therapy
Study reveals wide variety, almost ...
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Thursday, June 12th, 2008
If you have a child with Asperger Syndrome, this project is highly recommended for any siblings!
Halley Anne, a recent graduate studying Visual Communications at IADT in Dun Laoghaire, designed an information and support resource for siblings of people with Asperger Syndrome. The project consists of a booklet explaining the syndrome and a website.
The ...
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Monday, June 9th, 2008
Many parents we talk to and work with have difficulty teaching their child to use the toilet. Whilst browsing in Target in the States last week, I found a great new book, "It's Potty Time," that is easy to read with your child and has a "potty chart" in the back ...
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Friday, May 9th, 2008
Release Communication Intervention and Irish Autism Action Hosts
Know Your Rights Night
28 May 2008
7:30pm
Fairways Hotel, Dublin Rd, Dundalk
Everything you wanted to know about your
entitlements but were afraid to ask!
Speaking:
Jacinta Walsh, Information Officer, IAA, Dundalk
Sarah Rennick, Information Officer, IAA, Ireland
Additional Speakers to be announced
Questions and Answers to Follow
Tea, Coffee and Biscuits will ...
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Friday, May 2nd, 2008
http://autismgames.googlepages.com/
This is a great website I came across developed by a Speech and Language Therapist from the States. She has suggestions for loads of different games and activities for kids with ASD and also some information for parents and professionals. Lots of the games are demonstrated with YouTube clips. There's ...
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Friday, April 25th, 2008
***If you'd like the registration form emailed to you, please write me at jenniferwetter@release.ie
Managing problem behaviours with children with autism in school and home settings
Two-day workshop for Teachers, Therapists & Parents
Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th May 2008
Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, Co. Kildare
(Registration at 8.30am. Workshop 9am-5pm)Two-day workshop conducted by:
Thomas M. Caffrey, M. Ed., ...
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Thursday, April 24th, 2008
NATIONAL DIAGNOSTIC AND ASSESSMENT CENTRE
Cormac Rennick, Chairman, Irish Autism Action cordially invites you to – The 1st birthday celebration of the Solas Centre
St. Gabriel’s Road, Dollymount, Dublin 3
at 11.00am on Monday 28th April 2008
Solas is Ireland’s first dedicated diagnostic and assessment centre for children and families affected by ...
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