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August 2010

Healthy Child Healthy World: Community Organization in Review

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Healthy Child Healthy World is a non-for-profit organization dedicated to helping families keep their children healthy and safe from harmful chemicals and pollutants. Today there is a vast number of children being diagnosed with autism, ADHD, cancer, and many other diseases and disorders. Harmful chemicals and pollutants have been blamed for the cause of these disorders and diseases; therefore Healthy Child Healthy World’s mission is to educate families on how to maintain a healthy environment. Read more about Healthy Child Healthy World on: http://www.healthychild.org/main/ To read a book that this organization has sponsored, look at our “Book Review” blog, at: http://www.myspeechtherapycenter.com/?p=826

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Gluten Free Casien Free Diet

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The cause of autism is still a mystery to us. But many people feel that certain intervention programs may alter an individual with autism behavioral, cognitive, and social skills. One of the many hypothesized treatments that seem to work for some people is a special diet known as the GFCF Diet or Gluten Free, Casein Free Diet. Basically, Gluten and Casein are eliminated from an individuals diet. Many people swear by it and others think it is a complete myth. No matter your position on the matter, when you are trying to solve the mystery of Autism, most people will do whatever it takes to get positive results. What is Casein? Casein is a protein found in dairy products; basically anything that comes from a cow. So cheese milk, butter, and yogurt willcontain a high percentage of casein. Casein is a bonding type protein and many times used when mixing foods and chemicals. Because of this “binding agent” some people may have a hard time digesting it, and therefore may develop an allergy to it. What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein found in rye, wheat, and barley; typically found in grains. Bread, rice, cereals, and other carbohydrates will contain…

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The Dating Guide for Teenagers with Asperger Syndrome- Book Review

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The Dating Guide for Teenagers with Asperger Syndrome, written by Jeannie Uhlenkamp. Taken from Amazon.com Dating is difficult for everyone, but it can be especially overwhelming tor teens with Asperger Syndrome, who typically struggle with social issues. Written in a question-and-answer format, this much-needed resource offers insight into and practical advice on dating challenges. Special education teacher Jeannie Uhlenkamp tackles some of the specific issues facing teens with AS in a logical progression, from how to know if someone likes you and how to ask someone out, to actually dating someone and breaking up. Each topic is followed by Discussion Questions (to get conversation flowing between teens and parents/teachers) and a Main Idea (to succinctly wrap up the main point). Also included are special notes to define the more elusive vocabulary and concepts of today’s dating world. Dating can be a confusing world and having Aspergers may make things a little bit more difficult; dating is already confusing as it is. Help your teens face the challenges of dating, breaking up, and coping with the tribulations of dating with this great book. It acts as a guide and soothes the transitions between emotions, boyfriends, girlfriends, and all other related topics.…

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How Does Your Child Learn?

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Learning is the ability of an individual to absorb information and later use it for problem solving. It is the foundation of intelligence and cognition. But just because an individual has trouble learning does not make them unintelligible; it just means their technique for gripping information is different. Everyone is different and therefore has a different learning style. What is a learning style? A learning style is a variant approach for inputting information. There are different approaches for learning, and some may benefit some individuals more than others. It is important for us to know which is our unique learning style. It will improve our learning skills and facilitate an easier way to intake information. For children, this can often times be a little tricky. Parents should observe their child and the way they learn; it will not only benefit their child but also improve parent’s techniques for helping their children with homework and studying. Eventually, children do grow into preteens, teens, and adults. It is important for them to know what their best way of learning is. Knowing your child’s learning style is extremely important; but it is specifically important for children with special needs. If your child is…

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Preparing for a New School Year: How to Help your Special Needs Child with School

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Written by Cristine R. Jimenez, Language Stimulation Specialist The new school year is just around the corner and its time to start thinking about the many ways you can help your children have an excellent academic school year. Having a child with special needs is not an easy task; especially during the school year. School brings stress and discomfort for many families especially when they feel their child is not learning. Going to school alone is not enough; your children need your love, support, and help in order to succeed. No matter what age, grade, or gender your child is, these tips are sure to improve grades, and advocate to better learning! Set up a positive study area in your home- rather than allowing your child to study in front of the television, set up an area designated for quiet study time. A great place is the kitchen table where you can supervise your child without disrupting. Special needs children need their complete and undivided attention on a specific task in order to understand it. Take away any distractions that may be in the way. Siblings should also sit down and do their homework as well. This will show your…

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