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Research Steps in Establishing Music Therapy as an Effective Treatment for Children on the Spectrum
…LCAT Recently a team of International researchers published a clinical trial examining the effectiveness of improvisational music therapy in reducing symptoms for children with autism (http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2647867). Though the findings were…
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Promoting Student Independence and Successful Inclusion Through Systematic Use and Fading of Supports
…agolden@BehaviorTherapyAssociates.com and via the practice website at www.BehaviorTherapyAssociates.com. References Asher, M. J., Gordon, S. B., Selbst, M.C., Cooperberg, M. (2010). The Behavior Problems Resource Kit: Forms and Procedures for Identification,…
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Finding Davidโs Space
…on multiple nonprofit boards, including sitting on the strategic planning and external planning committees of the Autism Society of America. For more informationโ โvisit www.lukesteuber.com, or contact him at luke@lukesteuber.com….
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The Road to Adulthood: Planning and Preparing for Transition
…a community is an integral element of adulthood, and therefore, an essential element of the transition process. Students should be provided with ample opportunities to access the community and the…
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Not as Scary as it May Sound: Getting an Early Start to Sexuality Education for Young Children with ASD
…Provide opportunities to practice skills (e.g., role play) or apply new knowledge. Remember to LISTEN as well as teach – understanding the child’s perspective and checking comprehension is crucial to…
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Why Emotional Literacy Is So Important
…Schools? Many schools are embracing the research and implementing social-emotional learning (S.E.L) programs. Mark Brackett, senior research scientist at Yale University and former bullying victim, developed one such program called…
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Common Mealtime Concerns in Individuals with ASD
…the food and may lead to the child being more focused on the activities rather than eating. Common distractions include television, video games, toys, books, phones, computers, and an excessive…
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Integrating Special Interests and Passions for Successful Employment
…and gender-nonconforming communities. Emily lives in Brooklyn, New York, where she works with children and teenagers with autism and other disabilities. For more information please visit www.emilybrooks.com or email emily@emilybrooks.com….
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Career Training at Its Best: Roses for Autism
…outlining components of the business operations facilitate motor planning for complex, competitive technical tasks – as well as alleviate anxiety. Opportunities for a wide range of communicative skills (from social…
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Periods and Pads and Pain, Oh My! Promoting Independence During Self-Care – Skills for Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder
…website at www.exceptional-learning.com. References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2018). Autism prevalence slightly higher in CDC’s ADDM Network. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2018/p0426-autism-prevalence.html Chumlea, W.C., Schubert, C.M., Roche, A.F., Kulin, H.E.,…
