Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Jennifer Jones talks about Autism Cares, a division of Autism Speaks that provides on time financial assistance to families with catastrophic circumstances, families that have had a fire, are about to be homeless, are dealing with cancer and other devastating issues. For more information visit: https://www.autismspeaks.org/AS-cares Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Autism Mom, Shannon Penrod, discusses the speech and subsequent apology of NEA President Lily Eskelsen Garcia, in which she referred to having to teach students who are “chronically tarded and medically annoying”. Yes. She actually said that. Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Warmkins creator Carolyn Garrick talks about these unique sensory friendly toys were created. These fun and inventive stuffed toys double as stuffed animals, weighted therapeutic tools and a gentle heating pad. For more information or to purchase a Warmkin visit: www.Warmkinsworld.com Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Carolyn Garrick, creator of Warmkins talks about these unique animals that are soothing and sensory friendly. These fun and inventive stuffed toys double as stuffed animals, weighted therapeutic tools and a gentle heating pad. For more information or to purchase a Warmkin visit: www.Warmkinsworld.com Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live, Shannon kicks off the 2016 Festival of Toys and welcomes Carolyn Garrick to show the toy day: Warmkins. These fun and inventive stuffed toys double as stuffed animals, weighted therapeutic tools and a gentle heating pad. For more information or to purchase a Warmkin visit: www.Warmkinsworld.com Jennifer Jones from Autism Speaks shares the four pillars of Autism Speaks and encourages everyone to attend the Orange County Autism Speaks Walk being held this Sunday, Dec 6th at Angels Stadium! For more information visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/orangecounty Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:12 – How can I get my child to eat new foods? 06:51 - If we are doing ABA should we stop other services? 13:49 – Are there ASD resources for adult women? 20:53 – How can I stop my son from throwing things just to watch them fly? 24:59 - What is the best way to talk to my daughter about menses? 28:23 - Does it get easier? 33:02 - My son lost his augmentative device, should we get another? 37:19 - Where can we find services for social skills? 41:53 - My son says he is having trouble controlling his brain, should I be concerned? Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, and with offices throughout the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Ask Dr. Doreen, Dylan Aragon, and more!

Dr. Linda Copeland answers your Autism nutritional questions!

Lisa Ackerman from TACA discusses the new Autism statistics.

Face it, we all need exercise. Find out why it is so important.

Meet the creator of Exercise Buddy a new Autism Exercise App!

Today's Jargon is Single Case Agreement!

Lisa Ackerman from TACA and Dr. Linda Copeland!

Jo tells her story of living life on the spectrum while being a therapist for kiddos on the spectrum.

Shannon and Debra Muzikar discuss The Art of Autism's 2016 calendar.

Autism services over the telephone? Believe it!

Natalie Helms from the Center for Autism and Related Disorders breaks down CARD Remote Services.

Autism Jargon, The Art of Autism Calendar, CARD Remote Services and much more!

Jim Williams was just doing his job, giving great haircuts, when he got down on the floor to give a child named Mason a haircut. He didn't know that it was going to make him an international star, or that people where going to dub him a "Super Hero". He just wanted to help one family and one little boy accomplish what many take for granted...the ability to get a hair cut. Listen and Jim the Trim talks about how and why he got on the floor and what he plans to do now.

How to stay connected to a family member overseas.

Shannon and Amy Zhang from ACT Today for Military Families read a letter for gratitude from an ACT Today grant recipient.

Amy Zhang from ACT Today for Military Families explains their ACT Across America campaign!

Happy Veteran's Day! Amy Zhang of ACT Today for Military Families and Vince Redmond!

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Lamar Hardwick shares some of the ways Autism makes him an AWESOME Dad and some of the ways it presents challenges. Lamar, a Church Pastor, received an ASD diagnosis a year ago. His writings can be found on www.themighty.com Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Lamar Hardwick is a pastor, a dad, a husband and a contributor to The Mighty www.themighty.com, he is also newly diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Lamar shares how he came to get such a late diagnosis and how that diagnosis has helped him to "meet himself" for the first time. Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive LeeAndra Chergey, author of the new book, Make a Wish for Me talks about how a diagnosis of Autism changed her family, how they coped and eventually found happiness and joy. Make a Wish for Me is available today on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble. It is the honest recounting of how a diagnosis of Autism affects an entire family and the hope that can come from getting proper treatment. Find Make a Wish for Me at: http://www.amazon.com/Make-Wish-Me-Familys-Recovery/dp/1631528289 Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Author LeeAndra Chergey talks about her new book, Make a Wish for Me. The book is available today on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble. It is the honest recounting of how a diagnosis of Autism affects an entire family and the hope that can come from getting proper treatment. Find Make a Wish for Me at: http://www.amazon.com/Make-Wish-Me-Familys-Recovery/dp/1631528289 Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

LeeAndra Chergey author of Make a Wish for Me, Lamar Hardwick, and much more!!

Shannon discusses tantrums and meltdowns and how we can treat and avoid the behaviors!

Ilana Gerschlowitz from The Star Academy tells the emotional story of a four-year old boy with Autism in South Africa. The boy, named Gibon, is one of the many children now being called The Yellow Canaries of Thembisa. Viewers can make donations to The Yellow Canaries of Thembisa by visiting www.thestaracademy.co.za

Autism in South Africa is on the rise but so are the opportunities for quality treatment. Ilana Gerschlowitz talks about The Star Academy and its mission to help children with Autism in South Africa. For more information visit: www.thestaracademy.co.za

Ilana Gerschlowitz,from The Star Academy, shares the horrifying realities of The Yellow Canaries of Thembisa. Viewers can make donations to The Yellow Canaries of Thembisa by visiting www.thestaracademy.co.za

Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions: 00:12 – How can we help integrate high school ASD students into mainstream classrooms? 06:28 - How can I help my 2 year old with socialization and communication? 17:28 – How can I help my son sleep in his own bed? 22:08 – How can we make going to bed easier? 25:26 - How do I teach my non-verbal son to request something to drink? 29:18 - How can I motivate my daughter to get more exercise? 33:04 - How can I help my son who reverses his letters? 35:07- How can we combat escape behaviors at home and school? Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, and with offices throughout the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com

A rare glimpse at Dr. Temple Grandin outside of the speaker circuit, talking about what she loves to do with her free time. Autism Live host, Shannon Penrod takes a madcap trip to the Dallas airport with Dr. Grandin, a Make magazine, no gps...and a ton or personal questions...Has Temple ever been in love? Who was her favorite Star Trek character, and more! Dr. Grandin was in Dallas speaking at the Future Horizons Autism Super Conference. To attend a Future Horizon's Conference near you, visit: www.fhautism.com Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout, the United States and around the globe. For more information on therapy for autism and other related disorders, visit the CARD website at http://centerforautism.com Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive

During Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh gives the definitive course on the Autism Spectrum Disorder Criteria in t!he DSM V. During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome R&B legend, Shawn Stockman, to talk about his journey as an Autism DAD! Shawn's inspirational words bring the house down! For more information about the charity Shawn started with his lovely wife Sharhonda, visit: www.micahsvoice.com

Shannon Penrod explains the Autism jargon: Preference Assessment!

Shawn Stockman, from Boyz II Men and The Sing Off, talks candidly about coming to terms with the fact that one of his son's has an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis. This a conversation no Autism parent should miss. For information on the charity Shawn and his wife created in their son's name, visit: www. micahsvoice.com

Autism Dad, Shawn Stockman talks about the charity he and his wife started to help other families to have access to therapies his son benefited from. Shawn and Sharhonda Stockman are an inspiration to Autism Parents around the world. For more information about Micah's Voice visit: www.micahsvoice.com

Shawn Stockman, from Boyz II Men, speaks about his experience as an Autism Dad, the result is pure inspiration. Shawn, and his wife, Sharhonda, are this year's recipients of the Visionary Award presented and Denim and Diamonds for Autism. For information about their charity, Micah's Voice, visit: www.micahsvoice.com