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Screening for Autism

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The number of children diagnosed with autism increases daily.  The importance for early screening is becoming more and more relevant and more popular amongst pediatricians. Although the cause and cure for autism are unknown, we do have ways to advocate it. Through speech, behavior, and occupational therapy the effects and symptoms of autism can be reduced. Here is a site that can tell you what to expect from an autism screening and the tools that will be used to administer it. For more information, please visit the following link: http://www.firstsigns.org/screening/asd.htm

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Healthy Child Healthy World: Book Review

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Healthy Child Healthy World: Creating a Cleaner, Greener, Safer Home, written by Christopher Gavigan. Taken from Amazon Nothing makes one more keenly aware of health risks lurking in the everyday world than becoming a parent. Most know the importance of using cabinet locks and child gates, but research is showing many more ways we need to be childproofing our homes. Tens of millions of American children now face chronic diseases and illnesses including cancer, autism, asthma, birth defects, ADD/ADHD, allergies, learning and developmental disabilities, as well as a host of lesser but disruptive ailments. And the growing research points to much of the increases on unseen threats wrought by exposure to chemicals in everyday products like cleaning supplies, beauty care and cosmetics, home furnishings, plastics, some foods and toys as contributing to these ailments. With that in mind, the non-profit organization Healthy Child Healthy World offers parents a definitive guide to creating a healthy, nontoxic, and environmentally sound home. Filled with easy steps and simple solutions to improve family living without wreaking havoc on schedules or budgets, this book includes inspiring ideas for safe, eco-friendly cleaning methods, choosing healthier food, pet and garden care, nursery and home building materials, plus…

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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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