Autism Live

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Today on Autism Live: Autism Mom, Shannon Penrod talks with Tom Bowes the “Autistic Genius”. Tom, on the spectrum himself, is a “YouTuber” who explains Autism. His fresh, innovative and personal look at Autism is educational and entertaining. Actor, Filmmaker and Activist, Christopher Stadulis talks with Shannon about his short film Burning Down, in which he plays a New York firefighter struggling to come to terms with his son’s diagnosis of ASD. Also on today’s show, The Future is Bright makes its debut! Stefanie Schaeffer hosts this exciting new show is produced in conjunction with the Autism Society of America. Her first guest is Scott Badesch, President of Autism Society of America. For more information on Autism Society of America visit: http://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 Today’s Jargon is Systematic Desensitization! Systematic Desensitization is a proven method of dealing with anxiety. It requires great patience but when done correctly it is very effective at reducing fears and anxiety. 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 Ryan Judd from The Rhythm Tree shares some of the benefits of music therapy for individuals with Autism. For more information and to view Ryan’s free video series, 10 Great Ways You Can Use Music to Help an Individual with Special Needs, visit: www.therhythmtree.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 Ever wondered how music could make a difference for an individual with special needs? Ryan Judd from The Rhythm Tree talks candidly about the benefits of music therapy for individuals with Autism and other special needs. For more information and to view Ryan’s free video series, 10 Great Ways You Can Use Music to Help an Individual with Special Needs, visit: www.therhythmtree.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 The Future is Bright makes its debut on Autism Live! Stefanie Schaeffer hosts this exciting new show produced in conjunction with the Autism Society of America. Her first guest Scott Badesch, President of Autism Society of America discusses the 50th Anniversary of Autism Society of America, where it has come from and what is left to be done. Included in the discussion are legislative issues, discrimination, civil rights, employment opportunities, education and more! For more information on Autism Society of America visit: http://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 Today on Autism Live: On Ask Dr. Doreen: a special showing of The Anxiety Show: Part 1. Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh explains anxiety and how is can play a very real role in treating Autism Spectrum Disorders. During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Ryan Judd from The Rhythm Tree to talk about the benefits of music therapy for individuals with Autism. For more information and to view Ryan’s free video series, 10 Great Ways You Can Use Music to Help an Individual with Special Needs, visit: www.therhythmtree.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

Dale me gusta en Facebook a http://facebook.com/Centroparaautismoytrastornosrelacionados Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Hoy en Autismo y Familia, Juan Ronderos, Presentador de Autismo y Familia, nos comparte de hispano a hispano y nos ayuda con la pregunta ¿Cómo puedo ayudarle a mi niño o niña a construir su lenguaje? 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 Lisa Ackerman, Executive Director of TACA discusses what to do when the Doctor says, "Go allergy free GFCFSF." Now what? TACA is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For more information on TACA visit: www.tacanow.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 Lisa Ackerman, Executive Director of TACA discusses the notion of being "non-verbal" on the Autism Spectrum. TACA is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For more information on TACA visit: www.tacanow.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 Today on Autism Live: On Ask Dr. Doreen: Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about Autism including: How can I request more support for my child during standardized testing? Will the CARD book help me to teach conversation skills to my child? How can I get my child to sleep in his own bed all night? How can I help my 8 year old daughter to stop passing gas in public. What can I do for my child who is verbally stimming? And more….During Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Dani Bowman from Powerlight Animation Studios to talk about the upcoming event: Temple Grandin and Friends. Dani will be speaking at the event along with Dr. Temple Grandin. James Durbin, Dr. Stephen Shore and many others will be performing. The entire event will benefit Autism Works, a unique program to help individuals on the spectrum gain jobs and job training. For more information or to obtain tickets visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/266402480232226/ 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 Dani Bowman from Powerlight Animation Studios talks about the upcoming event: Temple Grandin and Friends. Dani will be speaking at the event along with Dr. Temple Grandin. James Durbin, Dr. Stephen Shore and many others will be performing. The entire event will benefit Autism Works, a unique program to help individuals on the spectrum gain jobs and job training. For more information or to obtain tickets visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/266402480232226/ 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 Boundary Markers! Boundary Markers are the little things we do to let others know we are tuned in to what they are saying. Sometimes we nod our heads, other times we inject words or exclamations, "No way!" or, "Wow!" These little signals when they are given and received help speakers know if they need to change their conversation style! 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 Vanessa Alvarez outlines the 11 curricula areas of CARD Adult Services. For more information visit www. http://www.cardadults.com/AdultServices/Default.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 Vanessa Alvarez shares the importance of adult services being tailored specifically to the individuals needs. For information about CARD Adult services visit www. http://www.cardadults.com/AdultServices/Default.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 FBA! FBA or Functional Behavior Assessment is critical to dealing effectively with challenging behavior. If you don’t know why it’s happening how can you hope to be effective in changing it? FBA’s tell us the function of the behavior. 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 Zade Shakir, founder of USCKicks for Kids, shares exciting information about this unique and FREE program designed to help kids of all abilities access and enjoy physical fitness. For more information visit: http://www.usckicksforkids.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 The Autism Society of America is joining with Autism Live to bring you a new monthly show. Apprentice winner Stefanie Schaeffer will host “The Future is Bright!” which will provide information, resources and hope to individuals and families living with autism. The Autism Society of America values the uniqueness of each person living with autism and strives to maximize their quality of life, to ensure they are treated with the highest level of dignity, and to help create a society in which their talents and skills are appreciated and valued. 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 Apprentice winner Stefani Schaeffer shares how she has become involved with the Autism Society of America and their ongoing mission to support individuals and families in the Autism community. Ms. Schaeffer will be hosting the new monthly show on Autism Live, “The Future is Bright”, which will be done in conjunction with the Autism Society of America. 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 Dani Bowman is a talented 20 year old college student. She is also the founder of Powerlight Animation Studios, an international speaker, a successful artist and animator and teacher who specializes in teaching animation to children and adults on the Autism Spectrum. Dani is also on the Autism Spectrum and an inspiration to the entire Autism community. For more information on Powerlight Animation Studios and to view some of Dani’s work visit: http://www.powerlight-studios.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: Autism Mom, Shannon Penrod introduces Stefani Schaeffer, who will be hosting the new monthly show, “The Future is Bright”, brought to you in conjunction with the Autism Society of America. Shannon gives and update of the free parent training currently available from the Institute for Behavioral Training visit www.ibehavioraltraining.com for more information. Vanessa Alvarez visits to tell viewers about the new CARD Adult Services! For more information visit www. http://www.cardadults.com/AdultServices/Default.aspx . Zade Shakir, founder of USCKick for Kids, shares exciting information about this unique and FREE program designed to help kids of all abilities access and enjoy physical fitness. For more information visit: http://www.usckicksforkids.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 – How can I get my son to stay in bed at night? 09:05- How can I stop my son from making loud noises? 14:30 – How can I help with decision-making skills? 17:09 – Can I use the CARD book to teach conversation? 27:54- How can I work on teaching colors? 34:07 - How can we help with verbal stimming? 38:09 – How do I request for 1-on-1 testing in an IEP? 41:27 – How do I teach my daughter not to pass gas in public? 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 Elaine Hall shares how the Miracle Project came to be. Student actor Nick Brode, shares how he became involved with the project and how his love of performance grew. For more information on the Miracle Project visit: www.themiracleproject.org 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 Elaine Hall, AKA Coach E!, along with student actor Nick Brode discusses the Miracle Project's newest show, The Intimidation Game. The show is written and performed by students, many on the Autism Spectrum, and deals with themes having to do with bullying. Nick sings an original song from the show! For more information on the Miracle Project or to obtain tickets visit: www.themiracleproject.org 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 The Miracle Project received international recognition after Autism: The Musical debuted on HBO. Elaine Hall the creative genius behind the Miracle Project shares details about on of their new shows, Heroes Like Me, which features non verbal individuals with ASD. For more information on the Miracle Project visit: www.themiracleproject.org 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 Student actor Nick Brode joins Shannon to talk about his role in The Miracle Project's newest show The Intimidation Game which will open this weekend. Nick shares how much it has meant to him to be involved with a project like this and his hope to be a professional actor in films and TV. For more information on the Miracle Project visit: www.themiracleproject.org 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 Bob Epner is one of those inspirational parents who saw a need for their child and in solving that need created something amazing for all kinds of individuals. Bob talks about the first year of the David Arthur Foundation in Manhattan and the decision to start a hockey team at the center. For more information on the David Arthur Center visit: http://manhattan.centerforautism.com/ 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 Autism Dad, Bob Epner gives an update on the David Arthur Center in New York City and their first year of providing excellent services to clients in order to prepare them for happy, productive lives that include being employed. For more information visit: http://manhattan.centerforautism.com/ 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: Cecilia Knight from IBT offers free eLearning Autism Training to Parents who register in the month of April. Visit http://www.ibehavioraltraining.com/IBT/AutismAwarenessTraining.aspx to register! Tell everyone you know! Bob Epner visits to give an update on the David Arthur Center in New York City and their first experience with having a hockey team! For more information on the David Arthur Center visit: http://manhattan.centerforautism.com/ Coach E!, Elaine Hall visits with student actor Nick Brode to discuss the Miracle Project's newest shows which will open this weekend. Nick shares how much it has meant to him to be involved with a project like this and Coach E! shares ways that people all over the world can begin to use the methodology developed and utilized by the Miracle Project. For more information on the Miracle Project visit: www.themiracleproject.org 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 Skills® is an online tool for treating Autism. The Cognition Curriculum helps teach learners what others are seeing, thinking and experiencing. For more information visit: www.skilsforautism.com 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 Finding a great service provider can be stressful for an Autism parent. Sara Gershfeld from Love My Provider shares ways that Love My Provider is helping parents to find good quality service providers in their area. Visit www.LoveMyProvider.com for more information. 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: Sara Gershfeld from Love My Provider recaps the inspirational Walk Now For Autism 2015 and shares ways that Love My Provider is helping parents to find good quality service providers in their area. Shannon shares the Cognition Curriculum in Skills(R). The Jargon for the day is Boundary Markers! 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 The Institute for Behavioral Training (IBT) is offering free access to top quality training for Autism parents during the month of April. Cecilia Knight from IBT shares the good news about how parents can empower themselves through eLearning! Parents must register for the trainings before May 1st, when they register they will have access to the wide range of Parent trainings for 3 months. Register at www.ibehavioraltraining.com/IBT/AutismAwarenessTraining.aspx For more information on IBT visit: www.ibehavioraltraining.com The read about how IBT Trainings helped one parent visit: https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/2015/04/20/how-i-find-time-parent-training-busy-autism-mom 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 Joint Attention! Joint attention is one of the early, important building blocks for gaining social skills. It is often missing or diminished in children with ASD. The good news is this skill can be taught and when it is it can have tremendous impact! 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: Autism Expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer's questions on a wide variety of topics including: What can I do to prevent tantrums? How can I help my child acquire conversation skills? What can I do if I can't afford ABA? How many lessons in Skills(R) can I work on in a 25 hour week? How can I get my daughter to do chores around the house? My child is behind in language is it possible to get him caught up? and more... On Let's Talk Autism with Shannon & Nancy, the ladies welcome Dr. Keith Storey to talk about positive supports for individuals with ASD for the workplace and school settings. Dr. Storey's books: Positive Behavior Supports for Adults with Disabilities in Employment, Community, and Residential Settings , The Road Ahead: Transition to Adult Life for Persons with Disabilities (Assistive Technology Research), Positive Behavior Supports in Classrooms and Schools: Effective and Practical Strategies for Teachers and Others can be found on Amazon:http://www.amazon.com/Keith-Storey/e/B004AOFS3G 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 Interviews with Matt Asner (Autism Speaks), Max Burkholder (Parenthood) and Ari Greenburg (Team Greenbean) and Alex Plank (WrongPlanet.net) at the Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism, which took place on Saturday, April 18th at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Autism Live's booth featured painting crafts which started on canvas and became more creative! 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

Today on Autism Live Shannon gives a recap on the wonderful Walk Now for Autism, which took place on Saturday at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Building Social Skills is discussed and Dr. Linda Copeland answers questions about PANDAS. 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 Social Skills are essential for success. Autism Mom and former teacher, Shannon Penrod shares ways that parents and teachers can use Skills® to access critical lessons to build social skill. For more information on Skills® visit www.skillsforautism.com. 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

Talking with TACA with Lisa Ackerman from Talk About Curing Autism.

Like Autism Live on Facebook at http://facebook.com/autismlive Autism Mom, Shannon Penrod, talks with participants in the Entrepreneurship Fair at the ABC's & XYZ's of Special Needs Conference. For more information on this exciting event visit: www.Center4SpecialNeeds.com 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 The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) has been treating Autism for 25 years. This short video pays tribute to Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh’s ongoing vision to help individuals with ASD to reach their highest potential. Congratulations to Dr. Granpeesheh and all of the devoted people at CARD for 25 years of excellence. Here’s to the next 25 years!!! For more information about CARD visit: www.centerforautism.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 Iain Croft, from Autism World Magazine, shares news of the exciting new free parent manual that is available to families in Western Australia. This parent manual puts vital information in parent’s hands so they don’t have to waste time getting the help and support they need! Bravo! For information on getting your free manual visit: 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 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 World Autism Awareness Day, Iain Croft joins Shannon from Western Australia to talk about Autism World Magazine and the wide variety of stories they cover in the bimonthly free digital magazine. For more information and to get your free copy visit: http://www.autismworldmagazine.com/autism-world.html 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 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, Ilana Gershlowitz has a sobering conversation with Shannon on World Autism Awareness Day about the status of Autism in South Africa. Ilana has been working hard to make a difference, by creating The Star Academy! For more information on the Star Academy visit: http://www.thestaracademy.co.za/ 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 Ilana Gershlowitz talks with Shannon on World Autism Awareness Day from the Star Academy in South Africa. The Star Academy now has several locations in South Africa and has the capability to provide services in other areas of Africa as well! For more information on the Star Academy visit: http://www.thestaracademy.co.za/ 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 Principal Baker and Assistant Principal Mrs. Loscos from Emblem Academy share their commitment for students of all abilities! Emblem Academy fosters friendships and support for all students through their inclusion program. 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 On a special World Autism Awareness Day edition of Autism Live Shannon welcomes Pilar Pitty to talk about the state of Autism in Panama. 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 Autism Mom and blogger, Ragnhildur Agustsdottir talks with Shannon from Iceland about the status of Autism in Iceland (maybe we should all move the Iceland???) and she fills us in on a new Autism charity she has begun (maybe we SHOULD all move to Iceland). For more information on Ragga’s charity visit: http://facebook.com/einhverfa 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 a special World Autism Awareness Day edition of Autism Live Shannon welcomes guests from around the world to talk about Autism. First Shannon talks with officials from a school in Southern California about their inclusion model. Principal Baker and Assistant Principal Mrs. Loscos from Emblem Academy share their commitment for students of all abilities! Shannon talks with Ilana Gershlowitz from Star Academy about Autism in South Africa, Ragnhildur Agustsdottir joins from Iceland to talk about a new Autism charity she has begun. Pilar Pitty shares the state of Autism in Panama and Iain Croft from Autism World Magazine shares the status of Autism in Western Australia! Shannon shares the genesis of World Autism Awareness Day which was started by the United Nations. 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 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 do I get my daughter to pull up the back of her pants? 06:13 - My 5 year doesn't answer questions consistently at home or school. How do I help him respond more? 08:42 – My 4 year old only echoes what I say, what can I do? 10:56 – My son says he doesn’t want to go to school, is there anything I can do? 18:28 - How do I teach proper potty training? 22:50 - How can we help minimize anxiety and maximize social functioning and language? 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 and American Idol Finalist, James Durbin talk about #TempleGrandinandFriends. This amazing event will take place at Club Nokia on May 20th. The star studded event features performances by James Durbin and Stephen Shore among others, along with appearances by Dr. Temple Grandin and Dani Bowman and will benefit the Autism Works program. Autism Works is an innovative program that will create temp work for individuals with Autism. For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/266402480232226/ 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