08 June 2009

Animal-Assisted Interventions

Animal-assisted interventions for individuals with autism by Merope Pavlides is an informative book on the therapeutic use of dogs, horses and dolphins for children with ASDs. The volume serves as a practical handbook for those with no prior experience in animal services, written unassumingly with parents and the public in mind.

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Autism Advocates of Indiana Walk - 9/19/09



Mark Your Calendar! -- 9th Annual--Autism Advocates of Indiana


"Answers for Autism" Walk

Saturday, September 19, 2009; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Check website for updates: www.aaiwalk.org



05 June 2009

Reflections of Self

Reflections of Self by Sondra Williams is a different way to look at the world of a person with autism. In her book, Sondra Williams has written poetry including reflections and insight into her own life with autism. Reflections of Self gives the reader a unique look at the world of autism and how it effects the people in it.

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04 June 2009

Parent Survival Manual

Parent Survival Manual: A Guide to Cris Resolution in Autism and Related Developmental Disorders is a great way for parents to learn about raising children with autism. Within the book, you can read about the definition of autism, background and techniques for treatment. Each chapter goes into detail about a specific detail they may need to know in raising their child. These chapters include communication, play and leisure, aggression, hygiene and using the toliet, eating and sleeping, and much more. Each chapetr also includes a reference section for further research in that area.

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03 June 2009

Autism Life Skills

Autism Life Skills: From Communication and Safety to Self-Esteem and More--10 Essential Abilities Every Child Needs and Deserves to Learn is written by Chantal Sicile-Kira, a national speaker and host of a show on Autism One Radio. Her book takes a practical approach to teaching the parents and educators of persons on the autism spectrum the social tools they will need as children, adolescents, or independent adults.

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02 June 2009

Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest

Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest: Achieving Supported Independence by Nancy Perry teaches parents and supporters of persons with ASDs how to introduce their loved one to an independent, adult life outside the family home. The book discusses how to prepare growing children for adult responsibilities, the value of living with peers, and proposed models of supported living.

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01 June 2009

Model Me Kids Series

The Model Me Kids series consists of six DVDs designed for children on the autism spectrum. The collection includes Time for School, Model Me Friendship, Time for a Playdate, Tips & Tricks, Conversation Cues and I Can Do It! Studies conducted here at Indiana University have shown that videos such as these which model desirable behaviors effectively help teach children with ASDs to develop social skills.

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