Autism Live

Shannon and Nancy welcome Shawn Stockman of Boys II Men!

Shannon Penrod explains the Autism Jargon: Consequence Modification.

John Pitney, Author of the book The Politics of Autism, talks about the role Autism is playing and will play in the 2016 Presidential Election. Dr. Pitney is an expert in American Politics. To purchase The Politics of Autism, visit: http://www.amazon.com/The-Politics-Autism-Navigating-Contested/dp/1442249609

John Pitney is a college professor, and an expert in American Politics. His new book, The Politics of Autism, covers everything from the history of Autism to how poilicies are affecting education. Dr. Pitney talks about modern education with Autism is every classroom, including college. To purchase The Politics of Autism, visit: http://www.amazon.com/The-Politics-Autism-Navigating-Contested/dp/1442249609

John Pitney is a college professor, and an expert in American Politics. His new book, The Politics of Autism, covers everything from the history of Autism to how poilicies are affecting education. Dr. Pitney talks about modern education with Autism is every classroom, including college. To purchase The Politics of Autism, visit: http://www.amazon.com/The-Politics-Autism-Navigating-Contested/dp/1442249609

Dr. Linda Copeland is a developmental pediatrician and a board certified behavioral analyst. Once a month she joins Autism Live to answer questions from parents around the world. This month she answers questions about Autism screenings for 2 olds, what to look for in a pediatrician, how much Halloween candy is appropriate for a child and more...

Dr. Linda Copeland Answers viewer questions and so much more!!

On Today's Autism Live: Janice Kern talks about TACA's upcoming National Conference being held on Oct 23 and 24th in Costa Mesa. For more information visit: www.TACAnow.org Interviews from the recent Future Horizons Autism Super Conference in Dallas, Texas are premiered. Miss America contestant, Alexis Wineman talks about sensory issues. Dr. Jed Baker talks about crisis management during a meltdown. Cara Coscinski, The Pocket OT, talks about her newest book that features helpful tips about success at school. Dr. Temple Grandin answers questions from viewers about perseverations, how to talk to our ASD kids about death and how she felt about Oliver Sacks death.

Today's Jargon term is Antecedent Modification. Sometimes the best way to change a behavior is by changing what happens right before the behavior.

At the recent Future Horizons Autism Super Conference in Dallas, Texas, former Miss Montana, Alexis Wineman talked with Autism Live about having an Autism diagnosis and dealing with sensory issues in a world that doesn't always understand Autism.

At the recent Future Horizon's Autism Super Conference, Cara Koscinski talked with Autism Live about her new book. Cara gives great tips on sensory processing issues and how we can help students make progress on handwriting and sound related concerns. For more information visit: www.pocketot.com

Dr. Jed Baker sits down with Autism Live at the recent Future Horizon's Autism Super Conference in Dallas, Texas to talk about meltdowns, crisis management, anxiety and aggression. Dr. Baker's book Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens, is available now at www.fhautism.com

Milo chats with Shannon Penrod from Autism Live while at the Future Horizons Autism Superconference in Dallas, Texas. Milo shows Shannon the full range of emotions that he can express when working with children on the Autism Spectrum. For more information on Milo visit: www.robokindrobots.com

Dr. Temple Grandin answered viewer questions at the recent Future Horizons Autism Super Conference in Dallas, Texas. She spoke candidly about her feelings on hearing that Oliver Sacks had died and what her relationship with the world renowned author meant to her. Dr. Grandin also talks about role models, perseverations, sensory issues, environmental enrichment, handling death and more.

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 –What is the highest dosage of methyl B12 I can give an 8 year old? 03:29 - How can I get my son’s school to take elopement behaviors seriously? 24:17 – Can you comment on people who now think individuals with ASD are violent? 29:29 – My 2 year old was just diagnosed with ASD, where do I begin and is there hope? 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

LMFT Vince Redmond gives advice on how to help with your child's homework.

Candlelight Vigil for Paul Lee, September 22nd, 2015

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Vince Redmond, gives great tips to help Autism parents keep the lines of communication open with teachers, administrators, aides and their children when it comes to school!

Jill Escher, from the San Francisco chapter of the Autism Society, relates the disturbing details of a neighbor seeking to have the a boy with Autism declared a public nuisance. Further, the neighbor is alleging they are owed compensation for lowered home values because of the boy's behavior challenges. For more information on this case and the hearing set for September 22, 2015 visit: http://www.sfautismsociety.org/blog

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 –Any ideas how we can use our 1:1 school aide for socialization goals? 08:39 - How do I get a neighbor on the spectrum to realize that I do not want a relationship? 13:52 - How long we need to continue sending my son to a quiet area to calm his anxiety? 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 The Future is Bright with Stefani Schaeffer; Stefani’s special guests today are Emily Iland from Be Safe the Movie. Emily gives tips on how to help our children be safe and appropriately interact with law enforcement. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com Michael Leaver joins Stefani to talk about The Autism Big Give which will take place on Thursday September 17th, 2015 and will allow people to make donations to the Autism charity of their choice. For more information visit: www.autismbiggive.org The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 Autism expert Emily Iland, whose film Be Safe the Movie teaches individuals with Autism to respond appropriately with first responders, gives information on new QR code technology, that helps keep individuals safe, even when they are lost. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive During The Future is Bright with Stefani Schaeffer, Stefani’s special guest Emily Iland, from Be Safe the Movie, talks about some of the hot topics in Autism safety, including knowing your rights and fully understanding that you have the right not to incriminate yourself. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Emily Iland, from Be Safe the Movie, talks with Stefani Schaeffer about what to do when an in individual with Autism interacts with law enforcement. Should they disclose their diagnosis and if so is there an effective way to do it? For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Emily Iland, from Be Safe the Movie, talks with Stefani Schaeffer about interactive screenings of the film, Be Safe the Movie. These screenings bring individuals with Autism together with law enforcement in an educational setting to learn the proper ways to react in a variety of circumstances. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive During The Future is Bright with Stefani Schaeffer, Stefani’s special guest Emily Iland, from Be Safe the Movie, talks about risk factors for individuals with Autism that can lead to dangerous interactions with first responders. Emily tells how to help our children be safe and appropriately interact with law enforcement. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Michael Leaver, from The Autism Society of America, joins Stefani Schaeffer; from The Future is Bright, to talk about The Autism Big Give which will take place on Thursday September 17th, 2015. The Autism Big Give will allow people to make donations to the Autism charity of their choice. For more information visit: www.autismbiggive.org The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Shannon also welcomes Dr. Linda Copeland, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Developmental Pediatrician to answer viewer’s questions about PANDAS, intestinal issues, gas, bloating and more!! 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 celebrates her birthday with a special showing of The Future is Bright with Stefani Schaeffer. Stefani’s special guests today are Emily Iland from Be Safe the Movie, to talk about how to help our children be safe and appropriately interact with law enforcement. For more information visit: www.besafethemovie.com Michael Leaver joins Stefani to talk about The Autism Big Give which will take place on Thursday September 17th, 2015 and will allow people to make donations to the Autism charity of their choice. For more information visit: www.autismbiggive.org The Future is Bright is done in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, for more information visit: www.autism-society.org Shannon also welcomes Dr. Linda Copeland, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Developmental Pediatrician to answer viewer’s questions about PANDAS, intestinal issues, gas, bloating and more!! 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 The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Their mission is to increase public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. For more information visit: www.autism-society.org

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive At the age of 2, Jack Riley was diagnosed with Autism. His family decided to allow cameras into their home to document his early intensive behavioral intervention. Over a 3 year period Jack Riley was filmed in an ongoing series called "The A Word". In this final episode we see Jack Riley's progress as he enjoys his last day of ABA therapy. 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 Joanne Lara, author of Autism Movement Therapy, talks about her whole brain approach to teaching individuals on the spectrum, using music and dance to help them unlock their creativity and awaken areas of their brain that have previously remained dormant. Joanne offers training and certification to help others to be able to do this work in their area. For more information visit: www.autismmovementtherapy.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 Joanne Lara from Autism Works Now and Autism Movement Therapy, shares details about her recent trip to China and her book Autism Movement Therapy, which comes out in October. 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 Joanne Lara, from Autism Works Now, shares the latest news and information about Autism Works Now and how she plans to help adults with Autism get job ready and then matched to a job. For more information visit: www.autismworksnow.org 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 Joanne Lara talks about her Documentary, Generation A: Portraits of Autism and the Arts, which will have screenings in New York City at the Golden Door International Film Festival on September 25th at 6pm. Joanne will also be speaking about transition issues at the festival on September 27th at 11am. For more information visit: www.autismmovementtherapy.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 Joanne Lara talk about her Documentary, Generation A: Portraits of Autism and the Arts, which will have screenings in Los Angeles at the Awareness Film Festival on September 13 at 5pm. There will be a Q&A afterwards with many of the young people featured in the film including Alex Plank and Dani Bowman, among others. For more information visit: www.autismmovementtherapy.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's jargon is Least Restrictive Environment. IDEA states that children with disabilities have a right to a free, appropriate, public education in the least restrictive environment that offers a floor of opportunity to access the curriculum. Determining the least restrictive environment that is appropriate can be challenging, but it is worthwhile. 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: The jargon of the day is Least Restrictive Environment. Shannon talks with Joanne Lara about her Documentary, Generation A: Portraits of Autism and the Arts, which will have screenings in both Los Angeles and New York this month. Joanne shares the latest news and information about Autism Works Now and how she plans to help adults with Autism get job ready and then matched to a job. Joanne shares details about her recent trip to China and her book Autism Movement Therapy which comes out in October. The last of episode of The A Word debuts, featuring Jack Riley's last day of therapy. 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

Former classroom teacher Shannon Penrod talks about how to deal with challenging behaviors in a classroom so teachers can get back to doing their jobs! Discussion includes what the usual suspects of different behaviors are and how to deal with them.

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Julie Johns, the newest franchise owner of a We Rock the Spectrum, shares how Dina Kimmel's original We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym changed her life and inspired her to open her own WRTS in Los Angeles. We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gyms are opening all over the country and will now be opening internationally. To find a We Rock the Spectrum Gym near you, or to find more information about opening a franchise, visit: www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.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 Dina Kimmel from We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gyms, along with Julie Johns, the newest franchise owner of a We Rock the Spectrum, tell the mission of these unique gyms and how they got started. We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym's are opening all over the country and will know be opening internationally. To find a We Rock the Spectrum Gym near you, or to find more information about opening a franchise, visit: www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.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: During Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from viewers including, Where are there links to show adults with Autism speaking favorably about ABA? If a person uses sign language to communicate and they can not understand spoken words does it mean they have Autism or are they deaf? What can be done to help a student with a long sensory filled bus ride and more! During Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Dina Kimmel from We Rock the Spectrum along with Julie Johns, the newest franchise owner of a We Rock the Spectrum. We Rock the Spectrum Gym's are opening all over the country and will know be opening internationally. To find a We Rock the Spectrum Gym near you, or to find more information about opening a franchise, visit: www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive In this episode of On the Spectrum with Matt Asner, Matt kicks things off with an inspirational reading of the letter his father, Emmy Award winning actor Ed Asner, wrote in response to a recent op ed piece in the LA Times about Autism Speaks. Ed, a grandfather and father to four individuals on the spectrum tells it like it is! Later Matt welcomes the talented team of Chris Stills, Kristen Stills and Michael Frondelli, together, with Matt, they are the driving force behind the yearly Light Up the Blues concert. Last year the concert rocked the Pantages Theatre raising money and awareness for Autism and Autism Speaks! Matt closes his show with a touching interview with his twelve year old son Will, who wishes his dad a Happy Birthday!

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Episode III of On the Spectrum with Matt Asner debuts. Matt kicks things off with an inspirational reading of the letter his father, Emmy Award winning actor Ed Asner, wrote in response to a recent op ed piece in the LA Times about Autism Speaks. Ed, a grandfather and father to four individuals on the spectrum tells it like it is! Later Matt welcomes the talented team of Chris Stills, Kristen Stills and Michael Frondelli, together, with Matt, they are the driving force behind the yearly Light Up the Blues concert. Last year the concert rocked the Pantages Theatre raising money and awareness for Autism and Autism Speaks! Matt closes his show with a touching interview with his twelve year old son Will, who wishes his dad a Happy Birthday! Shannon rounds out the show with a refresher on dealing with challenging behavior in the classroom. This is what every parent needs to know to get the right support for their child and their child's teacher!

Today's jargon term is IEP. An IEP is an individualized education plan. It is a legal document that must be adhered to. It ensures a student gets the education they need.

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive The San Diego Walk will be on September 26th and the Orange County walk will take place on December 6th. For more information or to find a walk near you, visit: www.AutismSpeaks.org 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 Jennifer Jones from Autism Speaks talks about the Autism Safety Fair happening on Tuesday September, 8th at Huntington Beach. This is a great opportunity to get children to meet first responders and learn what will happen in an emergency. 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 Jennifer Jones from Autism Speaks talks with Shannon Penrod about being Autism moms and the incredible night of Autism awareness at Dodger Stadium. Jennifer says something that makes Shannon cry! 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 Filmmakers Chip Lane and Angelique Chase talk about their unique idea to raise funds for their upcoming feature length film, A Smile Beneath, by asking one million people to donate one dollar! After the film is made and sold all of the donations will be given to charities chosen by the donors. For more information and to donate your dollar, visit www.Facebook.com/ASmileBeneath 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 Autism Live host, Shannon Penrod addresses the fallout from an OP Ed piece in the LA times that took exception to the some of the activities of Autism Speaks; notably their lack of a board member who is on the Autism Spectrum. The author of the LA Times Op Ed piece is an individual who is neither on the spectrum nor has a child on the spectrum. 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’s Jargon is Executive Functions. Executive Functions are skills that help us to achieve goals. They help us to identify goals, strategize, plan, check and see if our methods are working and help us to adjust if our methods aren't working. Sign up for Autism Live’s free newsletter at: http://www.autism-live.com/join-our-email-list.aspx 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