What's New at Autism Hangout!
Over 450 videos to help us all "thrive with autism!"
"Preposition Builder" - The 6th of Kyle Tomson's Apps for Autism "Builder" series
 Today we have a guest returning for the fourth time! Kyle Tomson has already made a name for himself with the Sentence Builder, Question Builder, Story Builder, Language Builder and Conversation Builder apps – There are installments on those programs in this "Apps for Autism" Feature Program series. So today he’s back with yet another winner. This one is called Preposition Builder.
More info at: www.mobile-educationstore.com
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"Ask Dr. Tony!" April 2012 Answers are now ONLINE!
Dr. Tony has returned! And, as always, has shared his years of autism wisdom and experience with us all. He (and I) THANK YOU for more excellent questions... to which Dr. T's answers enable us to all "thrive with autism!" Thank you, Dr. Tony!
Here's what's now available to view:
Part 1 - In this First Segment, Dr. Tony addresses:
* Allergy Elimination advantages
* Aspie behaviors + stress = complications
* Locating "autism-friendly schools"
* Aspie behaviors and aging... do they change?
* NT and Aspie reactions to a diagnosis
* How to deal with bullying behavior (from an Aspie)
Part 2 - In this Second Segment, Dr. Tony addresses:
* Co-dependent relationships. Why they're not good... and how to end them
* Helping an undiagnosed Aspie consider his condition
* Aspies as excellent employees. How to lobby for yourself!
* Inappropriate touching. What to do and not to do (i.e. don't panic!)
* The incredible value of Aspie Mentors - "Been there. Done That. Try this!"
Link to Part 1 is here. And Part 2 is here. Thank you, Dr. Tony!
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Meet author, motivational speaker and autism advocate, David George.
 Today’s guest is someone you could easily call a typical all-American Boy. David George grew up playing hockey, watching Starsky & Hutch and loving rock and roll. He even writes poetry. But with a relatively recent diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome, David decided his mission in life is help the world understand that differences are good! Autism Hangout, please welcome author, motivational speaker and autism advocate David George.
More info at: www.beyouandlive.com
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"Fostering creative communications and social independence through the power of arts education"
 Today’s guest is with a company that “fosters creative communications and social independence through the power of arts education." Autism Hangout, please welcome the executive director of Upstream Arts, Julie Guidry.
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Today’s guest is with a company that “fosters creative communications and social independence through the power of arts education." Autism Hangout, please welcome the executive director of Upstream Arts, Julie Guidry.
More info at: www.upstreamarts.org
Many of our special kids face social challenges. But where modern science may not offer a solution, the creative arts can unlock many doors.
Today’s guest is with a company that “fosters creative communications and social independence through the power of arts education." Autism Hangout, please welcome the executive director of Upstream Arts, Julie Guidry.
More info at: www.upstreamarts.org
Many of our special kids face social challenges. But where modern science may not offer a solution, the creative arts can unlock many doors.
Today’s guest is with a company that “fosters creative communications and social independence through the power of arts education." Autism Hangout, please welcome the executive director of Upstream Arts, Julie Guidry.
More info at: www.upstreamarts.org
Attempting a New World Record, marathoner Steve Knowlton runs for Asperger's Awareness
It isn't very often you run across somebody running across the entire United States of America. Today's special guest is one of those special people. And to make it even more special, today's guest is running in support of all of those with Asperger's.
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Two new autism books! Meet author Lois Brady
 You know, some people are just given an extra helping of compassion… the ability to serve others in multiple ways. Fortunately for those of us with special kids, one of these gifted people is helping us all learn how to thrive with autism.
Today’s guest is a Speech and Language Pathologist and so much more. In addition to her daily work, somehow she manages to write amazingly helpful, contributing books. And now, she’s just released two more!
Back here to discuss Apps for Autism and Speak, Move, Play and Learn, Autism Hangout, please welcome today’s guest, all-round wonderful human being, Lois Brady.
More info at: www.proactivespeechtherapy.com
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New Donna Williams Videos added to the Education Library!
 Donna has returned with four new insightful additions! The first of these programs deals with Toileting. Donna is very aware of the wide range of issues that can come together as a 'toileting drama' for someone with autism. In this video she takes people through the wide range of underlying issues and their associated low/no cost strategies and approaches.
 The second focuses on Disassociation. In this video Donna explains why, where Dissociative disorders fit in with autism and what kinds of strategies and approaches can address this piece of 'autism fruit salad'.
 In this Program, Donna explains how attachment disorders can also occur in people who have never experienced abuse, neglect or inconsistency of carers.
 In this video Donna introduces the viewer to some of the reasons why some functionally non verbal people with autism have confused their audience into believing there was no point trialling typed communication. She also presents resources where people can look at wonderful examples of facilitated and augmented communication in action.
Thanks Donna!!
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"Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world."
"If we are to achieve a richer culture, rich in contrasting values, we must recognize the whole gamut of human potentialities, and so weave a less arbitrary social fabric, one in which each diverse human gift will find a fitting place."
Margaret Mead
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Dr. Tony on "Aspie Mentors" and "Been there. Done that. Try this!"
Dr. Tony Attwood and Craig Evans discuss their forthcoming book with Anita Lesko: "Been there. Done that. Try this! An Aspinaut's Guide to Life on Planet Earth." The book compiles stories and insights from valuable "Aspie Mentor" experiences addressing the 17 most pressing and stressing issues facing younger Aspergians.
"We want to take this Aspie Mentor concept and really make a contribution. So younger people with Asperger's don't have to suffer some of the trials their older peers did." - Craig Evans
The research survey is online now. If you have Asperger's, please give us your input: www.surveymonkey.com/s/aspiequestions
Announcing the Aspie Mentor Book Series: "Been there. Done that. Try this! An Aspinaut's guide to life on planet Earth!"
 This is big news, folks! What Dr. Tony and I have been talking about for two years now is about to come to pass!
Dr. Tony Attwood and I have teamed up with author and
Aspie Mentor, Anita Lesko to write the first in a series of books entitled "Been there. Done that. Try this! An Aspinaut's guide to life on planet Earth!" We see this compilation of wisdom and advice as an extraordinary asset to all people with Asperger's. LIsten to this report for more. And don't miss what Anita has to say about the project.
And if you're someone with Asperger's PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SURVEY! We need to know the questions YOU would most like to ask of an Aspie Mentor.
Stay tuned for more updates on this most exciting effort! In the meantime, here's a link to Anita's site.
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Announcing "Been there. Done that. Try this! An Aspinaut's guide to life on planet Earth." The first of the Aspie Mentor book series - A collaborative effort between Dr. Tony Attwood, author Anita Lesko ("Born with Aspergers") and Craig Evans of Autism Hangout (dotcom).
Hear Anita describe the inspiration behind the effort.
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New Vendors in the Autism Hangout "Farmer's Market!"
Listen to an Invitation to businesses offering autism-related products and services... and see who's already coming!
See ALL our vendors here.
 While I was at the Autism Shop's Grand Opening, I ran into Rachel Arntson, a Speech and Learning Pathologist thats developed an incredible line of teaching tools!
In this video, Rachel demonstrates the how they work... and why they're so successful.
More at: www.expresstrain.org or order at www.autismshop.com
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For a complete listing of all Autism Hangout Farmer's Market vendors, go here.
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 Autism Hangout founder Craig Evans talks about his recently released "Frailin' with Friends" CD. "This CD of happy music was assembled as a day-brightener for those living with the daily challenges of autism. I'm also using all the proceeds from sales to fund Autism Hangout."
Sample cuts from "Frailin' with Friends" can be heard at: www.autismhangout.com/directory/store.asp. Orders can be placed at the same URL.
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* Autism Hangout is looking for writers and video producers of positive, helpful messages about autism. Contact Craig Evans.
Click here for a welcome message from Autism Hangout founder, Craig Evans.
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