Straight Talk About Autism
February, 2010 marks the 15th anniversary of our annual weekend retreat for parents of children with ASD. Therefore, it is fitting that this month's "Straight Talk" column focuses on this innovative family support activity that has become a highlight of the year for us, and for many of the approximately 60 parents of children with ASD who join us each year. Over the years, the parent retreat has taught us so much about the challenges and triumphs of raising a child with ASD experienced by families of varied ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. It also has enlightened us as to how a relatively straightforward event that occurs over a 30-hour period once a year, can have such a powerful impact on parents and caregivers, and ultimately on extended families and their children with ASD. More than anything else, the retreat has demonstrated the profoundly energizing impact of providing parents with an opportunity to step out of the craziness of everyday life, and connect with others who understand the experience of autism. To read this entire article Subscribe »
Feature Articles
By V. Mark Durand, Meme Hieneman, Ph. D.
Drs. V. Mark Durand and Meme Hieneman describe a brand new approach to behavioral parent training that helps parents to become more optimistic about both their own parenting skills and their child's ability to make positive changes.
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By Geraldine Dawson, Ph.D.
Dr. Geraldine Dawson addresses the progress made over the past decade in early intervention and insurance coverage; genetics and autism-specific drug research; initiatives in GI and immune system research; and the recently increased autism prevalence rates.
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By Pat Crissey
You'll not only find easy-to-implement strategies that directly address the often elusive generalization of communication skills, but also ways to increase your child's or student's desire to communicate.
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By Donna Richards
In this first article in our brand new series, Autism and Everyday Life, a mom who really gets it brings child-proofing your home to a whole new level.
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