When an ASD Diagnosis Isn’t the Whole Answer – A Diagnostic Perspective

• By: Kate Palmer, MA, CCP, CAS Lindsey Pfundstein, BA, AC, QMHP GRASP
• July 1st, 2014
• ASD diagnosis, Asperger's Syndrome, co-occurring conditions, DSM 5, family dynamics, mental health, misdiagnosis, social challenges, treatment approaches
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Receiving a diagnosis of ASD or Asperger’s Syndrome can be intense, emotional, and validating for an individual and his/her family. For many, it can begin a journey of self-discovery and understanding concerning one’s past experiences. Even in the best-case scenario for an ASD individual to...

When Your Grandchild Has Autism

• By: Carrie Cariello
• April 1st, 2014
• acceptance and commitment therapy, child behavior, communication, family dynamics, grandparents, parenting strategies, sensory processing
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I’m always struck at the number of grandparents who turn up at the public reading I have been doing since publishing my book. During the discussion afterwards they usually ask similar questions; “I have a granddaughter with autism. What should I do when she flaps her hands?” or, “Why do...