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Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Dr. Jed Baker talks about his new book, Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens due out in August 2015 from Future Horizons. Dr. Baker talks cognitive behavioral therapy and how to use the strategies which have been shown to be effective with teens and children. Order Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens and other books written by Dr. Baker from www.fhautism.com 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 Dr. Jed Baker’s newest book, Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens, discusses the many types of fears and anxieties any child or teen many encounter, but it uniquely addresses how to deal with these issues even if the individual is on the Autism spectrum and nonverbal. The book, due out in August 2015 from Future Horizons, gives practical strategies for any parent to effectively implement cognitive behavioral techniques with any child. Order Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens and other books written by Dr. Baker from www.fhautism.com 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

In the process of choosing a resource, regardless of type, there are a number of criteria you should consider to determine if this resource will meet your needs and is the right match for your child or family. Currently, few resources provide specific feedback on the quality of services providers for individuals on the autism spectrum. These are just a few suggestions about what information parents should gather to evaluate their providers before making a decision. If possible, be sure to visit and evaluate several places before you make a final decision on which provider will work with your child. 1. Ask if the provider is licensed or accredited. Most providers belong to professional organizations that are responsible for ensuring that their members meet minimum standards. The following is a list of some accredited organizations for the various types of providers that serve people with developmental disabilities: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) The Council on Quality and Leadership The Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) 2. Ask about the license, certification or credential status of their staff members and their experience working with people with developmental disabilities. Knowing your potential provider's level of expertise is important. It's amazing what you can find on the internet. A simple search on LinkedIn might give you a better understanding of the experience level of the staff working with your child. Along with looking up their LinkedIn or social media profiles, check with these accrediting organizations to make sure they are in their system: Behavior Analysis Certification Board Occupational Therapists Board of Behavioral Services (BBS) for Marriage & Family Therapists or Licensed Clinical Psychologists 3. Ask what type of professional development activities are provided for their staff. It is important to make sure that providers stay up to date on the most recent research related to your child's treatment. Most providers will send their staff to get continuing education or professional and leadership development; however, some don't. Even though a provider might have decades of experience, make sure that they are also staying up to date with training. Similarly, if your provider only has a few years of experience, ask whether they have a senior clinician who supervises them or gives them feedback. 4. Ask about the training and experience level of the program director. The program director often does exactly what their title suggests: guide's your child's program and the company's direction. An experienced program director will ensure that their clinicians have the qualifications needed to provide adequate services. He or she will also ensure that there are proper grievance policies in place in the event that you have a concern about your child's services. 5. Ask about staff turnover. How long have staff been with this particular provider? If their staff has been with them for over 2 years, your child will be more likely to receive consistent services with regular staffing. It's tough to start anew with new clinicians every few months so asking this up front will reduce lag in your child's therapy down the road. 6. Ask about the staff-to-participant ratio, and whether it meets established guidelines for the type of program or service. For example, in neurotypical children's programs, there should be at least one adult for every four infants, five younger toddlers (12 to 24 months), six older toddlers (2 to 3 years), and nine or ten preschoolers. Do your research to ensure that the ratio is suitable for your child's developmental and behavioral needs. 7. Ask how clients and their family members/caregivers give feedback on the services offered by the program. Often times if providers are not aware that their clients are unsatisfied, they are not able to improve their services. A provider that uses surveys, a suggestion box or focus groups indicates the desire to improve and satisfy their consumers. Although there is no guarantee that these providers make the suggested changes, I've noticed that those with a system in place tend to have more satisfied consumers. 8. Ask if you can visit the program in person. By visiting the program in person, you'll be able to get a sense of the company's culture, people and workspace. Pay attention to whether you're personally greeted or welcomed, whether the staff appear to enjoy their work, and whether the facility looks maintained and clean. Finding a good provider for your child can be confusing, time-consuming, and at times, frustrating. However, asking these questions and following these guidelines should lead you to a provider who is well-suite to your child's needs. www.lovemyprovider.com www.facebook.com/lovemyprovider www.instagram.com/lovemyprovider www.twitter.com/lovemyprovider

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today’s Jargon is Functional Communication Training. Functional Communication Training (FCT) helps to give individuals without proper communication skills appropriate ways to communicate their needs, wants, desires and concerns. Functional Communication can be vocal or non-vocal; it can incorporate sign language, assistive technology or iconic communication. All individuals, regardless of skill ability, need functional communication or they will engage in maladaptive behaviors in order to communicate. 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: On the Spectrum with Matt Asner – a special re-airing, featuring Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out! And Navah Paskowitz from The Friendship Circle talks about their upcoming conference Friendship Circle by the Sea. This is a family retreat happening on August 16 and 17th! For more information visit www.fcbythesea.org Sara Gershfeld from Love My Provider, gives tips on Things to Ask Your Provider on Love My Provider TV. Dr. Jed Baker talks about his new book, Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens from Future Horizons. Dr. Baker talks about the many types of anxiety that could affect children and teens as well as what is known to be effective in reducing 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 Does an individual with ASD have the right to vote if they are in a limited conservatorship? Attorney Thomas Coleman from the Disability and Abuse Project shares his journey to help tens of thousands of individuals with limited guardianships restore their voting rights and prevent future individuals from losing their voter rights in the conservatorship process. For more information visit www.spectruminstitute.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 Attorney Thomas Coleman from the Disability and Abuse Project shares his journey as an advocate for individual’s rights and how that led him to be a champion of individuals with ASD. Recently the Disability Abuse Project has been working on changing legislation to prevent individuals with limited guardianships from losing their voter rights. For more information visit www.spectruminstitute.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, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, answers a viewer’s question: “Is Asperger’s included in the DSM4?” 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 Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Thomas Coleman from the Disability and Abuse Project. Tom shares how his many years as an advocate for individual’s rights led him to be a champion of individuals with ASD. Recently the Disability Abuse Project has been working on changing legislation to prevent individuals with limited guardianships from losing their voter rights. For more information visit www.spectruminstitute.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 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 resources would you recommend to newly certified BCBA for professional development specifically in the area of program design and conducting assessments? 10:51 - Has going gluten free and casein free helped anyone, who has not complained of tummy problems? 18:18 - What is the connection between seizures and Autism? 22:26 - Is it possible to have apraxia but not have autism? 23:23 - Are people with Asperger's syndrome in DSMV? 25:28 - Do you know if swimming helps our kids? 27:41- What does CARD look for when hiring therapists? 34:49 - How can I afford ABA is my insurance is self-funded? 39:54 - Can a child after aging out of EI possibly receive ABA for more years? 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 Today on Autism Live: On Ask Dr. Doreen: Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer’s questions about how to get good training in assessments and program design if you are a new BCBA, Is swimming good for children on the spectrum, Can you have Apraxia without having an Autism diagnosis, Can children benefit from ABA therapies after their EI is completed, Are individuals with Aspergers included in the DSM 5 and more! On Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Thomas Coleman from the Disability and Abuse Project. Tom shares how his many years as an advocate for individual’s rights led him to be a champion of individuals with ASD. Recently the Disability Abuse Project has been working on changing legislation to prevent individuals with limited guardianships from losing their voter rights. For more information visit www.spectruminstitute.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 Dr. Raun Melmed, talks about his new book, Autism and the Extended Family. Dr. Melmed is the Director of the Melmed Center, and plays an active role in the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center www.autismcenter.org Autism & the Extended Family (with a foreward by Eustacia Cutler and Dr. Temple Grandin) can be purchased at www.fhautism.com 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 Dr. Raun Melmed, Director of the Melmed Center, talks about the mission of The Melmed Center www.melmedcenter.com and his role at the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center www.autismcenter.org Dr. Melmed is the author of Autism Early Intervention FAST FACTS, a wonderful book that helps parents quickly understand the essentials of treating Autism. The book can be purchased at www.fhautism.com 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 Filmmaker Rachel Israel talks about her award winning short Keep the Chang. There is currently a crowd funding project to create a feature film on the same subject. All of the actors in the film are on the spectrum. To see a trailer for the film and to donate visit http://www.seedandspark.com/studio/keep-change to find links to see the short film visit https://www.facebook.com/keepthechangefilm 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 Today’s Jargon is Verbal Operants. Verbal Operants are units of language as described by B.F. Skinner in his 1957 book Verbal Behavior. Shannon explains why understanding the verbal operants is important to a parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum. 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Dr. Raun Melmed, Director of the Melmed Center, talks about the mission of The Melmed Center www.melmedcenter.com and his role at the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center www.autismcenter.org Dr. Melmed is the author of Autism Early Intervention FAST FACTS and the soon to be released Autism & the Extended Family (with a foreword by Eustacia Cutler and Dr. Temple Grandin)both books can be purchased at www.fhautism.com Filmmaker Rachel Israel talks about her award winning short Keep the Change and her current “crowdfunder” to be able to make a feature film on the same subject. All of the actors in the film are on the spectrum. To see a trailer for the film and to donate visit http://www.seedandspark.com/studio/keep-change to find links to see the short film visit https://www.facebook.com/keepthechangefilm 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

Navah Paskowitz, director of The Friendship Circle of Pacific Palisades, joins Matt Asner for On the Spectrum with Matt Asner to talk about an amazing conference that welcomes the entire family. Matt and Navah will both be speaking at the conference. For information on Friendship Circle by the Sea conference visit www.fcbythesea.org On the Spectrum with Matt Asner is a collaborate effort between Autism Live and Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks visit www.AutismSpeaks.org 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

During On the Spectrum with Matt Asner, Matt welcomes his wife, Navah Paskowitz. Matt and Navah, whose family has been dubbed the “Autism Brady Bunch”, talk about how their love came to be, and how their separate families became one! Navah is the director of The Friendship Circle of Pacific Palisades. For information on their upcoming conference visit www.fcbythesea.org On the Spectrum with Matt Asner is a collaborate effort between Autism Live and Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks visit www.AutismSpeaks.org 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

Matt Asner, Autism Dad and host of On the Spectrum with Matt Asner, talks with Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out about the film’s reception from the Autism Community! Rivera talks about the mission of Disney/Pixar to make meaningful films. On the Spectrum with Matt Asner is a collaborate effort between Autism Live and Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks visit www.AutismSpeaks.org 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

Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out, talks about the genesis of this amazing movie that is being embraced by audiences around the world! Jonas shares “insider” information you may have missed if you weren’t watching closely. Hear what he says at 06:25. It could change the way you look at the film and your life. On the Spectrum with Matt Asner is a collaborate effort between Autism Live and Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks visit www.AutismSpeaks.org 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 On the first episode of On the Spectrum with Matt Asner, Matt welcomes Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out! Jonas shares “insider” information about this blockbuster summer hit! Later Matt welcomes Navah Paskowitz to talk about a two day Friendship Circle by the Sea family retreat happening on August 16 and 17th! This event is for the whole family, it is affordable, beneficial and at the BEACH! For more information visit www.fcbythesea.org On the Spectrum with Matt Asner is a collaborate effort between Autism Live and Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks visit www.AutismSpeaks.org 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 Dr. Dorothea Lerman, an expert in extreme challenging behavior, talks about some of the issues that make treating challenging behavior difficult. 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 Dr. Dorothea Lerman talks about training teachers to be more effective in the classroom and giving them tools to work with students on the spectrum. Dr. Lerman’s program at the University of Houston-Clear Lake not only trains teachers, it gives the skills to go back to their home schools and train other teachers. 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 Dr. Adel Najdowski explains how an Establishing Operation (EO) can help to make reinforcers more powerful. 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 Today on Autism Live: Dr. Adel Najdowski explains how an Establishing Operation (EO) can help to make reinforcers more powerful. Shannon and Dr. Najdowski discuss challenging behavior and what to do when you find yourself just accepting challenging behavior as your “new normal”. Dr. Dorthea Lerman talks about training teachers to be more effective in the classroom and giving them tools to work with students on the spectrum. Dr. Lerman’s program at the University of Houston-Clear Lake not only trains teachers, it gives the skills to go back to their home schools and train other teachers. Dr. Lerman, an expert in extreme challenging behavior, talks about some of the issues that make treating challenging behavior difficult. Sara Gershfeld from Love My Provider, debuts the first edition of Love My Provider TV. 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 Today’s Jargon is EO. EO stands for Establishing Operation. Establishing Operations are things or circumstances that make it more likely for a behavior to occur. If you give a person a lot of salty snacks they are more likely to drink a lot of liquid. If you drink more liquid to will need to be urinate more frequently. During potty training when you want more opportunities to teach you might have an Establishing Operation that a child has lots of access to salty snacks and preferred liquids! 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

Every week, join LoveMyProviderTV as we highlight new special needs providers through our extensive database. This week we met with Lee Chernotsky, founder of the ROSIES Foundation, a college that creates CREWMates: Collaborative, respected and empowered workers. Lee shares about how the ROSIES Foundation provides an employment training program that prepares students for employemeng in either an internal ROSIES social enterprise or the greater job market. To learn more about Love My Provider visit: www.lovemyprovider.com www.facebook.com/lovemyprovider www.twitter.com/lovemyprovider www.instagram.com/lovemyprovider To learn more about ROSIES visit: http://www.lovemyprovider.com/providers/rosies-foundation http://www.rosiesfoundation.org/ https://www.facebook.com/ROSIESfoundation http://www.https//twitter.com/rosiesjobs

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive This year’s Love and Autism: A Conference With a Heart will be held on September 27th and 28th in San Diego, California and it will feature a very special wedding between two people who happen to be on the Autism Spectrum! The Wedding party is a who’s who list of amazing individuals on the Autism Spectrum – including Dr. Temple Grandin giving the first toast, Dr. Stephen Shore officiating and Alex Plank as the best man! For more information on the conference and the wedding visit: www.loveandautism.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 Jenny Palmietto from Love and Autism: A Conference with a Heart, talks about the second annual conference. This year’s conference, held on September 27th and 28th in San Diego, will offer a wide variety of speakers and events and will be appropriate for ages 12+. There will even be an actual wedding! For more information on the conference and the wedding visit: www.loveandautism.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 Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Jenny Palmietto from the Love and Autism Conference. This year’s conference, held on September 27th and 28th in San Diego, California features a Wedding! The Wedding party is a who’s who list of amazing individuals on the Autism Spectrum – including Dr. Temple Grandin giving the first toast, Dr. Stephen Shore officiating and Alex Plank as the best man! For more information on the conference and the wedding visit: www.loveandautism.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 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 address negative attention-seeking behaviors? 13:49 - How can we prepare for our first sleepover? 18:58 - What sensory need does jumping and flapping feed? 24:03 - How can we make the most of our summer downtime? 27:38 - What CARD programs aid attention and focus skills? 36:00 - How can we tell the difference between Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism? 44:53 - How can we help our 16 year old adjust moving to a new school in the fall? 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 Today on Autism Live: On Ask Dr. Doreen: Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer’s questions about how to react after a tantrum that has involved extremely inappropriate behavior, how to prepare for a successful first sleepover, how to tell when it is sensory processing disorder or Autism and more! On Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Jenny Palmietto from the Love and Autism Conference. This year’s conference, held on September 27th and 28th in San Diego, California features a Wedding! The Wedding party is a who’s who list of amazing individuals on the Autism Spectrum – including Dr. Temple Grandin giving the first toast, Dr. Stephen Shore officiating and Alex Plank as the best man! For more information on the conference and the wedding visit: www.loveandautism.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 Dr. Martha Herbert talks about her book The Autism Revolution, the role the gut plays in Autism and ways that we can heal our immune systems to decrease Autism related symptoms. To purchase The Autism Revolution visit: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-autism-revolution-dr-martha-herbert/1104154476?ean=9780345527202 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 Dr. Martha Herbert, author of The Autism Revolution, talks about the significance of the Brain/Gut Connection. Dr. Herbert gives tips of how parents can improve a child’s good gut bacteria and improve their immune system in order to reduce Autism related symptoms. To purchase The Autism Revolution visit: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-autism-revolution-dr-martha-herbert/1104154476?ean=9780345527202 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 Rebecca Fry shares how The Shawnee Little Theatre involves individuals with Autism in their programs and how that has enriched the experience for everyone! For more information on The Shawnee Little Theatre visit www.shawneelittletheatre.com. 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 Author Amelia Davies talks about her book Teaching Asperger’s Students Social Skills Through Acting and the benefits of theatre and theatre games for individuals with ASD. The book is available here: http://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Aspergers-Students-Social-Through/dp/1932565116 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 Special guest, Matt Asner, talks about some of the amazing Autism Speaks events that took place recently and more that are coming up - including the Los Angeles Chef’s Gala and the Ed Asner Poker Tournament! For more information visit www.autismspeaks.org Matt also recaps this year’s Light Up the Blues and tells how Brad Pitt became one of the highlights of the evening! Matt gives away a FREE Download of the first Light Up the Blues concert to the first viewer with a correct answer to a trivia question! 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 Matt Asner from Autism Speaks talks a two day Friendship Circle by the Sea family retreat happening on August 16 and 17th! This event is for the whole family, it is affordable, beneficial and at the BEACH! For more information visit www.fcbythesea.org When registering mention Autism Live to get $50 off!! Matt’s wife, the fabulous Navah Paskowitz, is director for this special event with may amazing speakers and guests including Kerri Bowers, John Sahakian and Matt Asner! 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 On the Spectrum with Matt Asner debuts on Monday, July 13th at noon EST, 9am PST. Matt’s first guest will be Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out! Matt talks about the concept for this new show and its message of 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

Autism Live, Tuesday July 7, 2015 Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Special guest Matt Asner, from Autism Speaks, talks about his new show, On the Spectrum with Matt Asner debuting on Monday, July 13th at noon EST, 9am PST. Matt’s first guest will be Jonas Rivera, producer of the Disney/Pixar summer hit Inside Out! Matt shares news about a two day Friendship Circle by the Sea family retreat happening on August 16 and 17th! This event is for the whole family, it is affordable, beneficial and at the BEACH! For more information visit www.fcbythesea.org When registering mention Autism Live to get $50 off!! Matt also talks about some of the amazing Autism Speaks events coming up including the Los Angeles Chef’s Gala and the Ed Asner Poker Tournament! For more information visit www.autismspeaks.org Author Amelia Davies talks about her book Teaching Asperger’s Students Social Skills Through Acting and the benefits of theatre and theatre games for individuals with ASD. The book is available here: http://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Aspergers-Students-Social-Through/dp/1932565116 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 Today’s Jargon is DTT. DTT stands for Discrete Trial Teaching (or training). DTT is very effective way of beginning to teach a skill. 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today’s Jargon is DRO. DRO stands for Differential Reinforcement of Other Behavior(s). DRO can be a very effective intervention, especially when the behavior you are seeking to change is currently being rewarded by something that is not in your control to change. 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Robin Hogerhuis from Fullerton Cares shares the mission of Everybody Dance Now, a unique program that gives all individuals the opportunity to participate in a true dance class. For more information on the Everybody Dance Now program visit: http://fullertoncares.com/fullerton-resources/everybody-dance-now/ 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 Rebecca Fry is an Autism Mom, a former teacher and now the director of the The Shawnee Little Theatre. Rebecca talks candidly on how the arts help individuals with Autism to blossom! For more information on The Shawnee Little Theatre visit www.shawneelittletheatre.com. 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 Michael Tolleson identifies himself as being a savant painter who is gay, biracial and on the Autism Spectrum. Michael talks candidly about who talks he is and his story through an upcoming book and documentary may help others accept who they truly are. For more information on Michael and his paintings visit: http://www.michaeltollesonartist.com/ 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 Michael Tolleson didn’t discover he could paint until he was over 50, later he discovered that he was on the Autism Spectrum. Michael talks about finding his hidden talent and his hidden diagnosis. For more information on Michael and his paintings visit: http://www.michaeltollesonartist.com/ 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 Today on Autism Live: Shannon Penrod answers questions from viewers on how to be a good ABA parent and explains the ABCs of behavior from a parent’s view point. During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy the ladies welcome Savant Painter, Michael Tolleson who talks about finding his hidden talent and his hidden diagnosis. For more information on Michael and his paintings visit: http://www.michaeltollesonartist.com/ 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 Today on Autism Live: Special guests Rebecca Frye from the The Shawnee Little Theatre and Robin Hogerhuis from Fullerton Cares and Everybody Dance Now inspire with stories of hope and progress through the arts. For more information on The Shawnee Little Theatre visit www.shawneelittletheatre.com. For more information on the Everybody Dance Now program visit: http://fullertoncares.com/fullerton-resources/everybody-dance-now/ 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 Today’s Jargon is Distractor! When beginning to teach using the principles of ABA, it is common to use errorless learning, teaching one target at a time, and only presenting the target as a choice. Eventually a therapist will present wrong choices as well as the right choice. The wrong choices are distractors and help to ensure the student can discriminate between the target and other choices. 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

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Shannon gives tips on how to successfully visit theme parks with children with ASD and gives a comparison between the LegoLand® Guest Assistance Pass and the Disney® Disability Pass. Spoiler alert: Someone is BUILDING a better relationship with Autism Parents! 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