Autism One Radio Debuts and New Hosts! TACA Picnic! National Autism Association Conference! SCD book by Judy Chinitz, MS!

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Monday, August 13, 2007

Dear Friends and Colleagues –

We hope that you are having a joyful and safe summer with your children and families. Here are some sources of information that we hope will help move your children and families forward together in the seasons ahead.

In this announcement:

Autism One Radio - Debuts

Autism One Radio - New Hosts

TACA Picnic, September 30

National Autism Association Conference, November 8-11

Specific Carbohydrate Diet book by Judy Chinitz, MS

Autism One Radio is pleased to announce many fine programs and hosts presenting additional information with which to help your children and families.

Debuts on Autism One Radio!

www.autismone.org/radio

Tuesday, August 14, 12:00 noon ET

The Commotional Workshop Theater

with host Dr. Kaplar and the Commotional Workshop Players

This program combines funny skits, music and other materials with useful, no-nonsense information and advice provided by an experienced clinical psychologist. Members of the show’s cast include individuals diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome and related conditions, and the comedy bits are designed to be fun and informative - not only for people who are seeking information about living on the upper end of the spectrum, but also for members of the general public who need to recognize and understand these conditions.

The featured psychologist, Dr. Kaplar, is Chief Clinical Director at Summit Academy Schools. Summit Academy Schools is a group of 24 special-education schools specifically designed for children with Asperger’s Syndrome, high-functioning autism, severe ADHD, and related non-verbal learning conditions. http://www.summitacademies.com/ A graduate of Amherst, Dr. Kaplar has decades of experience counseling students and parents in how to deal with learning disabilities. The Commotional Workshop Theater Players, who are on the Summit Academy staff, are engaged in areas such as curriculum development, drama studies, and game development.

Debut program: Asperger's in the workplace and the most critical issues facing both individuals who have this condition and employers who may hire them.

Wednesday, August 15, 1:00 pm ET

Promoting development while living life

with host Hamblen

Hamblen is the Program Director for PACE Place, a Family Immersion Model located in Beaverton, Oregon. has been working with children with autism and their families since 1985. worked at the UCLA autism clinic under the direction of Ivar Lovaas from 1989-92. was certified in RDI from 2003-2006. With wife, Dr. Kathi Calouri & Steve , MA, CCC, has two homes for families to live in and learn. The week long Immersion Program teaches families how to leverage their relationships to promote development and maintain a high quality of life for each family member. http://www.paceplaceinc.com/

This program explores topics that lead to change and development within the context of daily life. Families thrive when they find an activity all members can enjoy. With autism in the family system this can be very challenging. will conduct interviews with people about their experiences and how they were able to get them to work effectively with their family. In addition, topics will be covered that many families struggle with routinely. The goal is to provide a forum where relevant family topics are discussed to help give listeners different perspectives on what has helped in capturing and sustaining a high quality of life!

Debut program: PACE Place and Heart of Sailing recently teamed up to launch the first sailing trip in Portland, Oregon for families with children with ASD. The Heart of Sailing foundation shares the love of sailing with children, teaching them sailing skills while giving the family a unique adventure. This sailing adventure reflects the philosophy of PACE Place: learning happens in all environments. Sailing captains, parents, and children are interviewed after their exciting day on the river in Portland.

Wednesday, August 22, 1:00 pm ET

Autism and the Brain

with hosts Siegfried Othmer, PhD, BCIAC and Othmer, BA, BCIAC

Since 1987 Siegfried Othmer, PhD, BCIAC has been engaged in research and development of clinical applications of EEG biofeedback. He is Chief Scientist at the EEG Institute in Woodland Hills, CA. From 1987 to 2000 he was President of EEG Spectrum, and until 2002 served as Chief Scientist of EEG Spectrum International. Dr. Othmer has been involved continuously in the development of computerized instrumentation to provide EEG biofeedback training since 1985.

F. Othmer, BA, BCIAC, is Clinical Director of the EEG Institute. She has been involved in clinical research and the development of EEG biofeedback protocols since 1988. She teaches professional training courses in EEG biofeedback, and presents clinical research findings in professional forums. www.drothmer.com

This program will explore the practical possibilities of targeting brain function directly in order to remediate the classic symptoms of the autism spectrum and enhance overall function. This approach is known as neurofeedback. It’s a biofeedback approach based on the EEG, or electroencephalogram (our brainwaves). Neurofeedback has a track record of helping the autism spectrum at a rate of about 3% symptom improvement per session according to the ATEC measure. The technique has been in use for years for the attentional, behavioral, and emotional problems of childhood, as well as for specific learning disabilities.

Debut topic: Neurofeedback, particularly for Asperger's Syndrome.

New Hosts Coming Soon on Autism One Radio!

Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN, BCBA will provide information about Verbal Behavior educational therapy and related topics.

Lynch Barbera earned a Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania, after which she worked with neurologically impaired patients as a staff nurse at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She then served as staff development coordinator and nurse manager at Jefferson University Hospital. In 1999, learned that the eldest of her two sons, Lucas had autism. Since Lucas' diagnosis one day before his third birthday, has focused her attention and research on autism and related disorders. In 2000, she was the Founding President of the Autism Society of Berks County. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2003 and has since been working as the Lead Behavior Analyst for the Pennsylvania Verbal Behavior Project. Through the PA VB Project, as well as through her private consulting business, has had the privilege of working with over 100 children on the autism spectrum and has assisted in providing training to hundreds of professionals and parents. is a frequent speaker at workshops and conferences at the local, state and national levels. She is the author of The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders. http://verbalbehaviorapproach.com/

Corby, Founder/CEO, Autism Solution Center, Inc. will provide information on a variety of autism-related topics.

Corby is the parent of two children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. She has a seven-year-old son who was diagnosed with full-syndrome autism at 18 months, and a 13-year-old daughter with multiple difficulties in the autism spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome. Ms. Corby is currently working towards her PhD in Psychology. Ms. Corby is now using her strong medical and marketing background to address the issues facing autism and those affected by it. She has spent the last five-and-a-half years engaged in intensive biomedical, dietary and therapeutic research, as it relates to Autism Spectrum Disorders. is actively involved in disability advocacy; (local, state and national) legislative issues and awareness; autism research, education and treatments; building community relationships and inclusion with those affected by autism and their families. Her vision is to provide an Autism Solution Center that can address the multi-faceted needs of those affected by autism, accessible to everyone, at no cost. Ms. Corby is also a graduate of the Partner’s In Policymaking Leadership Institute, a division of the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities. http://www.autismsolutioncenter.com/

Cecilia Cruse, MS, OTR/L will provide information about Sensory Integration therapy and related topics.

Cecilia Cruse received her Master’s degree in Education from Georgia State University. She is SIPT certified and has over 20 years experience in pediatrics with school-based services, acute care and outpatient pediatric settings including the Medical College of GA in Augusta, GA and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at ish Rite. Ms. Cruse has experience as a consultant, author and lecturer including TV appearances, such as CNN’s Health Watch and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. She has authored several articles for professional periodicals and magazines and has served as a trainer/consultant and service provider in several school systems. Cecilia is currently the Education Director for the Abilitations family of special needs catalogs and lectures nationwide on sensory integration. She is “energetic” and “entertaining” and insists on a fun learning experience. http://www.abilitations.com/

Upcoming Events!

TACA Family Picnic 2007

http://www.tacanow.com/events/picnic/2007-picnic.htm

Sunday, September 30, 2007, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Irvine, CA

This extremely popular family event will be attended by more than 1,000 Southern California families who have children with autism. This event has sold out every year! This event will provide a safe and fun picnic for children affected by autism and is a primary fundraiser to help TACA continue to provide important services to families affected by autism at no cost. TACA provides support, education and information to more than 3,000 people in California who are touched by autism through monthly education and support meetings, parent mentoring, the Autism Journey Guide, and seminars and conferences. Ninety-five percent of TACA’s services are provided at NO cost. For more information on the great details about this picnic and the location, please visit the web link above.

National Autism Association Conference

http://www.nationalautismconference.org/

November 8 -11, 2007, Atlanta, GA

This comprehensive three-day conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency. Child advocates Deirdre Imus and will deliver the keynote addresses. Imus is a national leader on children’s health and the environment, founder and president of the Deirdre Imus Environmental Center for Pediatric Oncology®, and co-founder and co-director with husband Don Imus of The Imus Cattle Ranch for Kids with Cancer. is the mother of two boys, Mattias, age three, and five-year-old Christian. Christian regressed into autism at two-and-a-half years. Making appearances on such shows as Oprah, has been instrumental in promoting positive change in the areas of autism research and treatment. The conference will also feature the world’s most renowned experts who will share their knowledge and expertise with parents and practitioners on topics in cutting-edge environmental research, dietary and behavioral interventions, legal and legislative strategies, estate planning, potty-training, autism safety, marital support, and more. Speakers include Dr. Wakefield, Dr. Jeff Bradstreet, Dr. Arthur Krigsman, Dr. Gutstein, journalist Dan Olmsted, New York Times best-seller author Kirby, IEP specialist Lynne Arnold and many others. For more information, please visit the web link above. Early discounted registration is available until September 1.

New Book!

We Band of Mothers: Autism My Son & the Specific Carbohydrate Diet

By Judy Chinitz, MS, with commentary by Sidney M. Baker, MD

(Thanks to: http://scdiet.com/store/product30.html )

Parents seeking help for their autistic children often hear: “Don’t look for answers. There’s nothing you can do.”

But Judy Chinitz did look for answers. Year after year she searched for a way to help her son , who screamed in agony for hours at a time, didn’t sleep, couldn’t stop moving, bit and scratched himself until he bled, and suffered from endless bouts of diarrhea and vomiting. She tried every medical treatment and special diet that doctors could offer, and just got worse.

And then Judy found the answer she’d pursued for so long: she discovered the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), developed by Elaine Gottschall. That diet, Judy says, “saved our lives.”

Judy shared her remarkable find with hundreds of other families of autistic children. In this book, you’ll read the stories of many of these families: stories about once-tormented autistic children who can now sleep soundly, eat without pain, play and learn, cuddle and laugh. You’ll even learn about children whose autistic symptoms virtually vanished as a result of SCD.

Most important of all, you’ll learn how you can implement the SCD diet yourself. Judy’s simple, clear, step-by-step instructions tell you what foods the diet includes, what to avoid, and what to expect when you “go SCD.” You’ll also learn about resources —everything from Web sites to cookbooks-that can give you the information and moral support you need to succeed with SCD.

Sidney Baker, M.D., a co-founder of the Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!) Project, supplements Judy’s text with expert commentary explaining why SCD works, what it does, and why parents of autistic children-even those who respond to other special diets-owe it to their children to give SCD a try.

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