Links
These are some of the Links , organized by category, that I have posted on AutismSpectrum Directory Facebook (
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001690341145&sk=wall
) and Twitter (
http://twitter.com/#!/AutismSpecDirec
) pages:
Tips, Guides and Perspectives
Parent Perspectives
When Autism Finally Equals Peace
Professional Perspectives
SuperNanny Tackles Autism article and videos
Girls and Women on the Autism Spectrum
The Pattern of Abilities and Development of Girls with Asperger’s – pdf Paper by Dr. Tony Attwood
School
Preparing for Classroom Success for the Next School Year
Safety and Privacy
Smartphones pose privacy risks
Parents Should Check Out Advocates Before Hiring Them
Autism Emergency Contact Form - pdf form
Preparing for an Autism Emergency – pdf booklet
Developing Risk and Safety Life Skills for Persons with Autism – pdf booklet
Risk and Safety Issues to address in the IEP (Individual Education Plan) – pdf booklet
Individual Education Plans
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Media
Podcasts
Coffee Klatch Special Needs Online Radio - podcast on Sundays and Wednesdays
eBooks and Book Publishers
Causes of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Genetics
Genetic Mutations
NPR Podcast: Genetic mutations that may influence the development of the autistic brain
Environmental Exposure
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Therapies/Treatments/Interventions
Visual Tools
ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis)
Center for Autism CARD program explanation (pdf) and SKILLS for Autism Online ABA Program
Rethink Autism – Step-by-step ABA-based online video lessons break down complex concepts into short, easy-to-understand steps
Speech and Language Development
Kids Language Resources – speech and language development programs that you download, print and practice.
Play Therapy
Social Skills Development
The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships – book
Sensory Processing
Sensory Processing Disorder and the Seven (yes, 7!) Senses
Sensory Swimming - special needs swim lessons
Behavior Management
The Key to Understanding Behavior – 3 part article series
Polyxo - documents for printing and use within your behavior programs: data sheets, planning matrices, etc.
Behavior « Autism Spectrum Directory
Special Diets
101 in Baking: Understanding Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Baking Soda & their Allergy Free Replacements
Real Sustenance Gluten and Dairy Free Blog
