Autism

The Autism Frequency and The Path to Consciousness

Oct 13th, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism, Book Recommendations, Physical Healing, Self Help, Shows

Can one book really change your life? We think it can.
Thousands of people around the world have participated in The AIM Program of Energetic Balancing after reading about a powerful and unique spiritual healing technology in the novel Sanctuary.
Stephen Lewis is with us talking about the frequencies and how his program can help [...]



How Nutrition Can Help with Autism

Apr 25th, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism, Book Recommendations, Learning Disabilities, Upcoming Shows

April is National Autism Awareness Month

 

Autism is a major global health crisis, with rates of incidence now at 1 in 150 children (1 in 96 boys), up from 1-10,000 in 1980.
Scientific community fails to explain the increases - offers those affected little promise of quality of life. 

o       At best, families are told to do [...]



What’s Unique about Asperger’s Disorder?

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Asperger's Syndrome, Autism

History
Asperger’s Disorder was first described in the 1940s by Viennese pediatrician Hans Asperger who observed autistic-like behaviors and difficulties with social and communication skills in boys who had normal intelligence and language development. Many professionals felt Asperger’s Disorder was simply a milder form of autism and used the term “high-functioning autism” to describe these individuals. [...]



Autism FAQ

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism

What is autism?
 
Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in [...]



Learn the signs of Austism

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism

The characteristic behaviors of autism spectrum disorders may or may not be apparent in infancy (18 to 24 months), but usually become obvious during early childhood (24 months to 6 years).
As part of a well-baby/well-child visit, your child’s doctor should do a “developmental screening,” asking specific questions about your baby’s progress. The National Institute of [...]



Characteristics of Autism

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism

Autism is a spectrum disorder, and although it is defined by a certain set of behaviors, children and adults with autism can exhibit any combination of these behaviors in any degree of severity. Two children, both with the same diagnosis, can act completely different from one another and have varying capabilities.
You may hear different terms [...]



What is Autism

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism

The following information contained on this page is copyrighted © Autism Society of America (ASA).
To view their policy about reproduction of their content please click HERE.
To visit the Autsim Society of America please click HERE.
Defining AutismAutism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the [...]



I am Autism

Apr 1st, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism

I Am Autism
You never know how true it is until you have a kid or two with Autism..
Hello. Allow me to introduce myself to you. My name is Autism. Perhaps you know me or know of me. I am a condition, a “disorder” that affects many people. I strike at will, when and where I [...]



Sticks and Stones. Words too?

Mar 21st, 2008 | By Jenn | Category: Autism

Sticks and Stones and words.
My youngest, who has autism, brought home a note from her teacher that said my daughter had called her stupid. This is my child’s favorite word lately though I do not use it and have had numerous chats with my kids about not using it, ever.
I spent the weekend quietly with [...]



Does your child have autism

Mar 20th, 2008 | By Rebbekah | Category: Autism, Shows

Today’s special show is about autism.
Autism covers a wide range of “categories”, Rebecca White will be talking about Asperger’s Syndrome and Melody Ravert author of Silent Angel will be one of several guest speakers who will be talking about their life as parents of autistic children.
Join us as we talk about the daily challenges, the [...]



Brain blank

Mar 14th, 2008 | By Jenn | Category: Articles, Autism, Jenn Brockman

I was going to write something poignant and meaningful and timely today.
The idea came to me while on the massage table yesterday while the masseuse tried to beat my body into submission. I spoke to Rebekah about it last night briefly stating that I had an idea and would post again tomorrow.
Several things happened [...]



Our Kids with Autism

Mar 13th, 2008 | By Jenn | Category: Articles, Autism, Jenn Brockman

This week I interviewed Rebekah White about her two sons with Aspergers syndrome. Our 2 youngest at the ages of 6 have been diagnosed as being on the Autism Spectrum so we had a lot in common.  If you aren’t familiar with Autism, I suggest you look into it, or better yet listen to our show [...]



Just Breathe

Mar 6th, 2008 | By Jenn | Category: Autism

Just Breathe
I went to my weekly massage appointment today. Now, keep in mind that this is not the fluffy, soft and fuzzy, make you feel good type of massage. This is down and dirty, work out the kinks, and get rid of the junk. Painful massage. My lower arms and legs were very tight and [...]



So, how old is your untrained child?

Feb 26th, 2008 | By Jenn | Category: Articles, Autism, Jenn Brockman

Mine is 6 and still is not using the bathroom on her own all the time. It really is much better than it was but it took going to school almost all year long before she even got this far!  You see, my child is autistic, or so we think.
There could be some other [...]