Learning disabilities. Do you know what they are? Probably. Did you know that 50% of Autistic people have a learning disability? How about 50% of children and adolescents with ADHD have at least one learning disability. Let’s learn about it. Defining learning disabilities is a challenge. It depends on who’s asking. There are several types […]
Estimate: 1 in 54 children in the United States have Autism. Do “our kids” on the Autism spectrum have vocabulary problems? Maybe yes. Maybe no. It depends on how you define it. I found 3 definitions on Dictionary.com. The body of words used in a particular language. Words used on a particular occasion. The body […]
Hocus Focus (Magic to learn) Hocus Pocus –‐> Hocus Focus What is it? It’s creative learning through the arts. It’s a program for at-risk learners. Yes, students with Autism too. Magic tricks address challenges that face students with Autism. This includes behavior, linguistics, and social cognition. Autism (ASD) is a serious developmental disorder that impairs […]
Adults with Autism (ASD) are notorious for having inappropriate social skills. More than 50% do not have friends at work. The first step is to learn what a “real friend” looks like. Chill out Cheer up People to have fun with Likes you for being you Stands up when others attack Causes People with […]
Where will your teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) be placed? Possibly mainstreamed. Teens on the Autistic Spectrum can receive instruction in several learning environments, The process is outlined in IEP guidelines. The major factor in determining where your child will be taught is “least restrictive environment” (LRE). General education with support General education without […]
1 in 68 people in the United States have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 80% have Executive Functioning Disorder. 30% to 50% show symptoms of ADHD. This combination results in serious challenges at home, at school, and in the workplace. What should we do? The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is not a […]
50% of people with Autism also have ADHD. They are both a disorder of self-regulation and executive functioning. Social development is a stressor that interferes with both. Care must be taken to address both. Traveling on the WayBack Machine… “Hello Doug. My name is Miss Edie.” Nothing. “Hi. What’s your name?” Nothing. “What’s your favorite […]
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