Settings: A Handbook for Practice By Rosemary B. Mennuti, Arthur Freeman, Ray W. Christner ISBN 0-415-95039- 2 See Chapter 14 - Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders, pgs. 255-269. "It has been shown that children with high functioning autism (HFA) experience clinically significant levels of anxiety more frequently than typically developing children. Prevalence rates of anxiety disorders in children with HFA range from 47 to 84.1%, whereas prevalence rates in typically developing children range from 1.5 to 13%. Difficulties related to anxiety in children with HFA can impair academic and social functioning in children and cause significant distress for families." Preview the book at http://books.google.com/ books?id= PHSpLm0hvdIC&lpg=PP1&dq=CBT%20and% 20HFA&pg=PR15#v=onepage&q&f=false The Arlington Public Schools Parent Resource Center in Clarendon has these books on Aspergers in Adolescents and Young Adults available for checking out: Life and Love: Positive Strategies for Autistic Adults, by Zozia Zaks. Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence Practical Solutions for School Success, by Brenda Smith Myles and Diane Adreun. Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum, A Parent’s Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical, and Transition Needs of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders, by Chantal Sicile-Kira. Realizing the College Dream with Autism or Aspergers Syndrome, A Parent’s Guide to Student Success, by Ann Palmer. Taking Care of Myself, A Healthy Hygiene, Puberty and Personal Curriculum for Young People with Autism, by Mary Wrobel. Preparing for Life, The Complete Guide for Transitioning to Adulthood for those with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome, by Dr. Jed Baker. Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4A Disorders. by Kenneth A. Bock. Dr. Bock is Board Certified in Family Medicine and is a certified clinical nutrition specialist. Negotiating The Special Education Maze! by Winifred Anderson, Stephen Chitwood Deidre Hayden, For more than 25 years, this classic guide has taken parents, guardians, educational advocates, and special educators step-by-step through the special education process. Now revised and updated, reflecting the latest changes to the special education laws, NEGOTIATING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION MAZE continues to provide thorough, time- tested advice based on the authors’ years of experience helping parents advocate for their child. The book covers all the crucial components parents and advocates need to consider from anticipating a child is not succeeding in a program or school to seeking an evaluation; from planning an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), to understanding classroom placement options and monitoring progress. Key topics include: * Eligibility for services * Understanding the IEP process * How to write effective goals * Tips on participating in IEP meetings * Making sure IEPs are carried out and effective The new fourth edition provides expanded information on: * Transitioning from high school to adult life 1. Employment 2. Independent living 3. Self-advocacy 4. Continuing education * Required statewide assessments for all students * Problem solving disagreements between families and schools * Due process and other legal recourses Invaluable forms and charts help parents plan their IEP strategy, keep records and key contacts, log conversations and correspondence with important players, and track progress. This guide is one of the best tools available for understanding how to navigate the special education maze! For more information or to order the book go to: www.woodbinehouse.com/printer_friendly .asp?product_ id=978-1-890627-46-1 Other books from the Woodbinehouse, www.woodbinehouse. com The Best Worst Brother, Written by Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen Illustrated by Charlotte Fremaux The Child Who Never Grew, by Pearl S. Buck Foreword by James A. Michener Children with Traumatic Brain Injury A Parents' Guide, Edited by Lisa Schoenbrodt, CCC-SLP The Early Intervention Dictionary, A Multidisciplinary Guide to Terminology, Third Edition Written by Jeanine G. Coleman, M.Ed. Incentives for Change Motivating People with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Learn and Gain Independence, by Lara Delmolino, Ph.D. & Sandra L. Harris, Ph.D. Meaningful Exchanges for People with Autism, An Introduction to Augmentative & Alternative Communication by Joanne M. Cafiero, Ph.D. Playing by the Rules, A Story about Autism Written by Dena Fox Luchsinger, Illustrated by Julie Olson Uncommon Fathers, Reflections on Raising a Child with a Disability Edited by Donald J. Meyer The Year My Son and I Were Born, A Story of Down Syndrome, Motherhood, and Self-Discovery, by Kathryn Lynard Soper / Published by Globe Pequot The Voices of Autism A look at some recent books about autism and the people who write them By Suzanne Crowley -- School Library Journal, 8/1/2009 www.schoolli braryjournal. com/article/ CA6673568. html? industryid= 47087 Reading for the Blind and Dyslexic has a grant from the US Dept. of Education to provide FREE membership access, through 1/25/10, to the entire library of books at RFB&D. This is for the downloadable books only, not the CDs. To join, you must have a qualified disability and a qualified professional to sign the application form. This is an excellent opportunity to try this out for students. RFB&D has both textbooks and regular books. www.rfbd.org/ promotions.htm The Hank Zipzer Series, by Henry Winkler ABOUT THE SERIES Inspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, this winning series about the world's greatest underachiever is funny, touching, and deals with learning differences in a gentle and humorous manner. Quirky, Yes – Hopeless, No: Practical Tips to Help Your Child with Asperger’s Syndrome Be More Socially Accepted By Cynthia La Brei Norall, Ph. D and Beth Wagner Brust Reading Rockets e-newsletter. It seems a good reference, as it claims, for "literacy resources, research, and news for educators and parents." Check out the website at www. readingrockets.org Why Does Izzy Cover Her Ears?: Dealing With Sensory Overload by Jennifer Veenendall An inside look on dealing with sensory overload in the first grade from the student's perspective to share with others to gain better understanding of the differences among children. Check out VDOE's link on accessible instructional materials. Under IDEA all states are required to adopt and use the National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard (NIMAS) when producing accessible instructional materials for students who are blind or who have other print disabilities. NIMAS is a technical standard used by publishers to produce source files that may be used to develop alternate formats for instructional use. www.doe.virginia. gov/special_ed/iep_instruct_svcs/accessible_ materials/index.shtml IEP Checklist App iPhone Release, www.peatc.org Coming April 2, 2010, Dr. Bob's definitive guide, The Autism Book: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Early Detection, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention. Available at www.Amazon.com Autism has become one of the most widespread childhood epidemics in recorded history. Except for some infectious disease epidemics of the past, no other serious condition has ever affected 1 in 100 children (1 in 58 boys). What makes it so devastating for parents is that autism seems to strike unexpectedly out of nowhere; a healthy and neurologically normal infant can suddenly regress into autism between age 1 and 2. Some toddlers don't regress; they simply stop progressing through normal social and language milestones. Some infants seem to be born with autism, displaying some characteristics right from the start that eventually lead to a diagnosis. We don't yet know what causes autism. There are many theories, yet with all the research currently underway we are still far from answering this question. We do, however, know a great deal about how to treat autism and how to help children recover. That is what The Autism Book is all about. If you are the parent of a child newly diagnosed with autism or have a child with borderline development whom you worry may be at risk for autism, I will show you how you can best help your child minimize future developmental challenges. If you are a new parent with a healthy baby, I will show you what factors may possibly increase a baby's risk of developing autism and how you can best minimize these risks. Early recognition and intervention are perhaps the most important aspects of successful autism treatment. Waiting until a child's minor developmental delays are diagnosed as autism before treatment is initiated does that child, and his family, a great disservice. In Chapter 1, I explain all the signs and symptoms of autism so you can make a diagnosis (or at least develop a suspicion) at the earliest possible age and early intervention can begin. There are many developmental and behavioral therapy approaches that have been proven effective in the majority of children with autism. These include speech and language therapy, occupational and sensory integration therapy, applied behavioral analysis therapy, social developmental therapy, and several others. I discuss these treatments in detail in Chapter 6 and show you how to access them so you can begin your child's recovery. I also discuss certain psychiatric and behavioral medications that have been shown to decrease some symptoms of autism and improve behavior and learning. There are also a number of medical, nutritional, and vitamin- based treatments that have been shown not only to improve symptoms, but to address some of the possible underlying medical and biological causes of autism. Together, these treatments are called the biomedical approach. Although the biomedical treatments may appear unproven or alternative, they are based on solid scientific principles, as I will demonstrate to you. Many of the treatment steps in the biomedical approach can be done without a doctor's prescription, and in Part IV, I show you how to start your child safely on these treatments with support from educated parents in your area. I will also explain how to find a biomedical doctor, or how to approach your own pediatrician or family doctor, so you can try some of the prescription treatments. Underlying all of these treatment options remains the question of causation. There are two main schools of thought: The most common theory within the mainstream medical community holds that autism is caused by a combination of genetic susceptibility and environmental toxic exposure. The biomedical community believes this as well, but we also suspect that there is more to the picture. We believe that there are a number of medical, nutritional, allergic, and infectious conditions that can also contribute to autism. In Chapter 5, I explain how you can have your child medically tested to look for the variety of possible causes. I have been learning about biomedical treatments for autism since 2000. I have helped over 500 families begin this approach and have personally witnessed fantastic results. But these ideas are not yet accepted by the general medical community as legitimate treatments for autism. There is already some good research that supports these biomedical protocols, but many more years of study need to be done before they become part of mainstream medicine and get taught in medical schools. The biomedical treatment approach does not help every child. In my experience, I have seen children recover to the point where they are virtually "normal." I have also seen children improve to the extent that most people do not notice anything is unusual about them; there might be some minor "quirks" still apparent to some observers. Some children who follow these treatments only show minor improvement. And I have had a few patients show no improvement at all. Every year we learn more and more about the biomedical approach. New treatments are discovered, current ones are refined, and older treatments are proven. Some treatment ideas don't pan out and are discarded. Because most biomedical treatments are not FDA approved for the treatment of autism, many parents would naturally worry about their safety. In my opinion, all of the treatment options that I discuss in this book that do not require a prescription are safe. They involve nutritional supplements, dietary changes, and natural treatments that anyone can do without a doctor's involvement. On the other hand, there are some prescription treatments in the protocol that do have an element of risk (just like all prescription treatments in any area of medicine). These can (and should) only be done under the careful guidance of a physician. Even though mainstream medicine does not endorse the biomedical approach, the powers that be have taken notice and expressed some interest. The American Academy of Pediatrics has met with the leaders of Defeat Autism Now organization, as well as other biomedical groups, to discuss the protocol. The AAP also sends representatives to biomedical conferences to listen to the information. As a long- time member of both the AAP and Defeat Autism Now, I hope to see this relationship blossom into a partnership someday soon. Because the biomedical approach targets treatable causes of autism, this raises the possibility of autism prevention. If we know (or suspect) what is causing autism, theoretically we should be able to lower the risk of autism by limiting and avoiding these causes. This is useful information for every new baby, and it is even more critical for any baby born with an older sibling with autism who already has the genetic cards stacked against him. In Chapter 14, I explain how you can limit these possible causative factors during pregnancy, infancy, and young childhood as best as you can and lower your childrens' risk of autism. Autism leaves families feeling isolated and overwhelmed. You can't do this alone. You must have support from other parents who are also going through this. My favorite parent support organization is TACA – Talk About Curing Autism – at www.TACAnow. org. Throughout this book I suggest specific areas in which your local TACA group can help you navigate through the various aspects of your child's treatment. Many parents have gone through what you are going through right now. They can help you get started. And you, in turn, can help parents in the future. I've seen this protocol work over and over again. In my 10 years of treating autism as a pediatrician and biomedical practitioner, I've never personally seen any child harmed by these treatments. The clock is ticking on every child with autism. Children need these treatments now. Many years from now science will either validate or invalidate each of the treatment steps. In the meantime, you can rest assured that you've done everything you can to help your child recover. I wish you and your child all the best as you start on your journey. CONTENTS Introduction Part I – Diagnosing Autism 1 – Symptoms and early detection 2 – Pediatrician screening 3 – Referral to specialists for full assessment and diagnosis Part II – Causes of Autism 4 – What causes autism? Mainstream and biomedical theories 5 – Testing to evaluate all possible causes Part III – Treating Autism 6 – Behavioral, developmental, and educational therapies 7 – Prescription medications for autistic symptoms 8 – An overview of the biomedical approach 9 – Diet changes 10 – Vitamin and Nutritional Supplements 11 – Treating yeast and bacterial infections 12 – More advanced treatment options 13 – Treating associated medical problems 14 – Case studies 15 – Putting it all together: Dr. Bob's ten-step program Part IV – Preventing autism 16 – Prevention for your future children Conclusion: Recovery Resources Acknowledgments Index In Praise of The Autism Book "Autism has many facets, from behavioral to educational to medical, and parents working for the best possible future for their children need a lot of options. Dr. Sears covers the territory broadly, fairly, clearly, with suitable precautions, and in very useful detail."—Martha Herbert, MD, PhD, assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School and pediatric neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital "Dr. Sears has made another valuable addition to the Sears Parenting Library. The Autism Book is an easy-to-read, comprehensive, information- filled resource for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders."—Kenneth A. Bock, MD, author of Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies. "Dr. Bob Sears has written a gem of a book geared toward parents, but extremely useful for professionals as well. In parent-friendly language, he provides a road map for parents of a child with autism, as well as those who may be questioning whether their child is developing typically. The biomedical chapters are incredibly informative, and, together with the educational- therapeutic intervention chapter, they lead you down a path of empowerment through knowledge. As a neurodevelopmental pediatrician, I know I will be referring to the biomedical section often and encouraging every one of my families with a child with an autism spectrum diagnosis to buy this book!"--Marilyn C. Agin, MD, FAAP, neurodevelopmental pediatrician and coauthor of The Late Talker . "The Autism Book by Dr. Robert Sears presents a clear, concise plan for the treatment of autism. Dr. Sears has covered a very complex topic and has done the ground work for concerned parents and practitioners. He thoroughly discusses a myriad of topics including the basics on vaccines, information on the diagnosis of autism, and therapies from routine medical and behavioral to the more complex biomedical. This is a must read for anyone interested in the care of the child in the autism spectrum."— Stephanie F. Cave, MD, author of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Children's Vaccinations . "Dr. Bob has done it again! The Autism Book is an important resource for both new and experienced parents of children with autism. Dr. Bob's balanced, integrative approach is a much needed fresh take on how we should confront the most troubling health epidemic of our times."—Lawrence D. Rosen, MD, FAAP, founder of The Whole Child Center, Oradell, NJ "This is a solid, accessible book by a wise pediatrician and teacher and, most important, a doctor who really practices the art of listening to his patients." Sidney M. Baker, MD, Co- author of Autism: Effective Biomedical Treatments, Co- founder of the Defeat Autism Now! Project and The Autism Research Institute, and founder of www.Autism360.org The 12 Childhood Vaccines Vaccine-preventable Diseases Boost Your Child's Immune System FAQs Parents Who Choose not to Vaccinate Current Outbreaks and Epidemics Vaccine Discussion Forum Read Dr. Bob's Online Interviews Updates & Corrections to The Vaccine Book Find a vaccine-friendly doctor near you Alternative Vaccine Schedule American Academy of Pediatrics 2007 Vaccine Schedule Vaccine News Vaccines and Autism Vaccines and their diseases Mind in the Making The Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs By Ellen Galinsky www.harpercollins.com/ books/Mind- Making-Ellen- Galinsky/ isbn=9780061732 324 “Ellen Galinsky—already the go-to person on interaction between families and the workplace—draws on fresh research to explain what we ought to be teaching our children. This is must-reading for everyone who cares about America’s fate in the 21st century.” — Judy Woodruff, Senior Correspondent for The PBS NewsHour Families and Work Institute President Ellen Galinsky (Ask the Children, The Six Stages of Parenthood) presents a book of groundbreaking advice based on the latest research on child development. Book Description "What kind of person do I want my child to be?" There are hundreds of books that give parents advice on everything from weaning to toilet training, from discipline to nutrition. But in spite of this overwhelming amount of information, there is very little research-based advice for parents on how to raise their children to be well rounded and achieve their full potential, helping them learn to take on life's challenges, communicate well with others, and remain committed to learning. These are the "essential life skills" that Ellen Galinsky has spent her career pursuing, through her own studies and through decades of talking with more than a hundred of the most outstanding researchers in child development and neuroscience. The good news is that there are simple everyday things that all parents can do to build these skills in their children for today and for the future. They don't cost money, and it's never too late to begin. In Mind in the Making, Ellen Galinsky has grouped this research into seven critical areas that children need most: (1) focus and self control; (2) perspective taking; (3) communicating; (4) making connections; (5) critical thinking; (6) taking on challenges; and (7) self-directed, engaged learning. For each of these skills, Galinsky shows parents what the studies have proven, and she provides numerous concrete things that parents can do—starting today—to strengthen these skills in their children. These aren't the kinds of skills that children just pick up; these skills have to be fostered. They are the skills that give children the ability to focus on their goals so that they can learn more easily and communicate what they've learned. These are the skills that prepare children for the pressures of modern life, skills that they will draw on now and for years to come. Mind in the Making is a truly groundbreaking book, one that teaches parents how to give children the most important tools they will need. Already acclaimed by such thought leaders as T. Berry Brazelton, M.D., David A. Hamburg, M.D., Adele Faber, and Judy Woodruff, Mind in the Making is destined to become a classic in the literature of parenting.
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