Archive for the ‘Autism Spectrum Disorders’ 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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Thursday, December 18th, 2008
A mum with a child who has down syndrome and autism shared this poem with me and I though it might touch some of you. I don't know the author, unfortunately.
Twas the night before Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house
The creatures were stirring, yes, even the ...
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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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Tuesday, November 25th, 2008
I recently came upon a yahoo group that was created for people interested in the dual diagnosis of Down Syndrome and Autism. As this population is starting to increase in Ireland, it's encouraging to see a supportive environment for parents and professionals to come together to support these children.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ds-autism/?yguid=208207031
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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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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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Tuesday, May 20th, 2008
When I’m asked this question, it’s tempting to reply, “what’s it like to be hearing?” - but that doesn’t achieve much!
This simulator is brilliant for explaining how deaf people are challenged every day, and why background noise irritates hearing-device wearers.
Simulators for autism, dyslexia and visual impairment are also included on this ...
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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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