www.aspie-editorial.com

HEADLINES

“57^th wedding anniversary ends in murder”:

http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2009/07/27/10280646-ap.html

“Sanity report delayed on accused murderer”:

http://www.gjsentinel.com/news/content/news/stories/2009/07/29/073009_7a_Grabe_folo.html

“Popular pupil dies after seizure”:

http://www.whitehaven-news.co.uk/news/popular_pupil_dies_after_seizure_1_594248?referrerPath=/1.60007

“US police use taser and pepper spray on disabled man”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jul/28/usa

“U.S. Signs U.N. Disabilities Pact in change of course”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/fwd_reuters_us_signs_un_disabilities_pact_in_change_of.htm

India “Rights of disabled children protected in RTE: HRD”:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Rights-of-disabled-children-protected-in-RTE-HRD/articleshow/4853504.cms

“Updates: Gary McKinnon Loses Appeal Against Extradition To The U.S.”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/gary_mckinnon_loses_appeal_against_extradition_to_the_us.htm

“Pennsylvanians with disabilities call for an end to Institution-Only options”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/pennsylvanians_with_disabilities_call_for_an_end_to_institut.htm

“ASAN Board member Dora Raymaker appointed to Oregon Commission on ASD”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/fwd_asan_board_member_dora_raymaker_appointed_to_oregon_aut.htm

“Elderly prioritised over people with learning disabilities, say charities”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jul/24/care-green-paper-learning-disabilities

“Squeeze on allowance benefit could leave older and disabled people struggling to cope”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jul/29/attendance-allowance-support

“Deaf-blind communication goes portable(Includes Video)”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8183838.stm

RESEARCH & HEALTH

“With autism, diet restrictions may do more harm than good”:

http://www.waff.com/Global/story.asp?S=10794991

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/28/health/28autism.html?_r=1&ref=health

“Most stomach symptoms no more likely in autism”:

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSTRE56Q5DM20090727?feedType=RSS&feedName=healthNews

“Autism not tied to bowel movement patterns”:

http://in.reuters.com/article/health/idINTRE56L6OS20090722

“Visual processing hinders ability to read body language: Autism study”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/159878.php

“Cuddle chemical” helps autistics recognise emotions”:

http://www.cosmosmagazine.com/news/2883/cuddle-chemical-helps-autistics-recognise-emotion

“Cuddle chemical may create green-eyed monster”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17563-cuddle-chemical-may-create-greeneyed-monster.html

“INVEGA(R) approved as the first and only treatment for Schizoaffective Disorder”:

http://www.examiner.com/p-382954~INVEGA_R__Approved_as_the_First_and_Only_Treatment_for_Schizoaffective_Disorder.html

“Scent of fear puts brain in emergency mode”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/scent_of_fear_puts_brain_in_emergency_mode.htm

“Scents really can soothe stress”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/scents_really_can_soothe_stress.htm

“More leisure time boosts mood, improves health”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/more_leisure_time_boosts_mood_improves_health.htm

“Lack of sunlight linked to cognitive impairment in the depressed”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/lack_of_sunlight_linked_to_cognitive_impairment_in_the_depre.htm

“Exercise helps fight depression”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/exercise_helps_fight_depression.htm

“Improved ‘Prolonged Grief Disorder’ Criteria would help bereaved”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/improved_prolonged_grief_disorder_criteria_would_help_bere.htm

“FDA approves INVEGA(R) SUSTENNA(TM) for the acute and maintenance treatment of Schizophrenia”:

http://www.examiner.com/p-383025~FDA_Approves_INVEGA_R__SUSTENNA_TM__for_the_Acute_and_Maintenance_Treatment_of_Schizophrenia.html

“Aussie developing edible vaccines … The Australian scientist who won a Nobel Prize for discovering the bacteria responsible for stomach ulcers is now working on a way to make edible vaccines.”:

http://au.news.yahoo.com/a/-/latest/5761335/aussie-developing-edible-vaccines/

“Are your child’s eyes ready for the classroom?”:

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Children_s_Health_200/Are_Your_Child_s_Eyes_Ready_for_the_Classroom.shtml

“Virtual Hospital”:

http://www.uihealthcare.com/vh/

EDUCATION

“Death highlights lack of regulation at ‘psychoeducational’ schools”:

http://www.ajc.com/news/death-highlights-lack-of-100352.html

India “Education is now a right”:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Education-is-now-a-right/articleshow/4858277.cms

NAS “New duties to improve special educational needs provision”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1380&a=20211

“Hawking joins college’s campaign”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/gloucestershire/8179677.stm

“What a difference a year makes”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/education_what_a_difference_a_year_makes.htm

“Mum praises school for special care of her son … The parents of young William Burtonwood are confident he has a bright future ahead of him thanks to the care and support he received from his primary school … Soon after starting, William, aged 11, was referred for specialist help and was diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder and autism and received a special educational needs statement…”:

http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/boltonnews/4529603.Mum_praises_school_for_special_care_of_her_son/?ref=rss

“Schools defend autism decision”:

http://www.newsobserver.com/news/story/1623944.html

“Budget deal could give special-ed students diplomas”:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/07/28/MN4C18U1AR.DTL

“Good SEN practice: Golden Rules for adults”:

http://www.teachingexpertise.com/articles/good-sen-practice-golden-rules-adults-7002

“NAS Out of Schools Clubs reach the finals of 2009’s National Lottery Awards”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=253&a=19927

“Cobham Hilton lends helping hand to Jigsaw School children”:

http://www.wandsworthguardian.co.uk/news/business/business_news/4528586.Cobham_Hilton_lends_helping_hand_to_children/

“Temperament and children in the autism spectrum”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-14386-Des-Moines-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Temperament-and-children-in-the-autism-spectrum

“Charter School Profile: Colorado Virtual Academy”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-16322-Colorado-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m8d6-Charter-School-Profile–Colorado-Virtual-Academy

“Homeschool 101: How do I know what to include on my back-to-school supply list for homeschoolers?”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-11342-St-Louis-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Homeschool-101–How-do-I-know-what-to-include-on-my-backtoschool-supply-list-for-homeschoolers

“Back to school – Paving the way for various activities”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-10423-San-Jose-Education-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Back-to-school-Paving-the-way-for-various-activities

EMPLOYMENT

“Bethel agency’s growing possibilities provides jobs for autistic adults”:

http://www.newstimes.com/ci_12909647

“Autelligent Laboratories

We believe all people have a contribution to make and deserve an opportunity to be productive.

With your caring and excellent help, we are creating jobs for the 40 million people worldwide who are diagnosed with Autism and Asperger Syndrome. Today less than one in five of us are currently employed. We are motivated and competent and we deserve equal employment. Help make this a reality.

Autelligent Laboratories is dedicated to creating a space where autistic software engineers can more than contribute, we can excel.”:

http://www.autlabs.com/

Luxury Quality Scented Candles “Humbolt Candles – Autism & Disability Employment Company”:

http://www.humboldtcandles.com/index.html

“Auties.org”:
Individuality, Diversity, Equality, Achievement

Auties..org is an Aspie & Autie friendly site for all people on the Autistic Spectrum who are ready to dare reach out to occupation and employment, open the doors to the community and market their abilities directly to the public and for those interested in supporting these pioneers.

http://www.auties.org/

“Prospects”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=473&a=2348

“AutismJobs”:
Linking job seekers with vacancies in work related to autism, Aspergers and ASDs

http://www.autismjobs.org/?section=00010009

“Current job vacancies within the NAS”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=170

For further employment information, please view”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/employment_on_the_autism_spectrum.htm

GENERAL/HUMAN INTEREST

“Care for people with learning disabilities … You would think that after the neglect, abuse and institutional discrimination against people with learning disabilities revealed over the last few years, it would be hard to forget the one and a half million people with learning disabilities. Not so. The long awaited green paper on the future of adult social care and support concentrates almost exclusively on how to fund social care for older people (What about learning disabilities?, Society, 22 July).”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/theguardian/2009/jul/24/learning-disabilities-discrimination-blind-care

“BT futurologist: we’re living in sci-fi … As well as pointing out people who are to some degree a synthesis of organism and technology, she went on to illustrate her talk with the everyday use of robots such as Leonardo, which looks like a toy along the lines of a Gremlin, but has been manufactured to help autistic children communicate.”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/pda/2009/jul/23/bt-futurologist-science-fiction

“Positive Relationships: Let’s talk about … Additional needs(requires free registration for full access):

http://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/news/login/923402/

TUNISIA

“Autism Africa”:

http://www.autismafrica.com/index.php

“Tunisia Map”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/maps/map_country_tunisia.html

“Tunisia Facts, Information & History”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/countries/country_tunisia.html

Official Tourism Sites

Tunisian National Tourism Office Introduction to Tunisia’s cities, attractions, accommodations, festivals, shops, and more.

Embassy of Tunisia Entry requirements for Tunisia and information on its government.

Other Sites We Like

Tunisia.com Information on museums throughout Tunisia, including the National Bardo Museum, the Ceramic Museum, and the Memorial of Martyrs of Sejoumi.

Arab.net Overview of the culinary culture of Tunisia, with information on traditional dishes.

Choose Tunisia Listing of restaurants in Tunisia, with descriptions of each one.

Tunisia National Radio Introduction to selected musicians, including audio files of musical performances.

Tunisia Online A timeline of historical events in Tunisia.

http://traveler.nationalgeographic.com/tripmarks/africa-text/48

“Tunisia: Nat Geo Music”:

http://worldmusic.nationalgeographic.com/view/page.basic/country/content.country/tunisia_628/en

Archived from 2001(Star Wars/Tunisia) “In a Village Far, Far Away, Star Wars Stirs Debate”:

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2001/08/0813_wirestarwars.html

ADD/ADHD

“Does your child need ADHD drugs? …

Unbeknownst to her parents, Sydney Kirk tried a little medical experiment on herself when she was in the eighth grade. For a day or two, every so often, she stopped taking her drugs for her attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder.

“I told my parents I just forgot to take them, but really I wasn’t taking them on purpose,” says Sydney, who’s now 15 and about to start 10th grade at a private school in Olney, Maryland. “I just didn’t like how they made me feel. They made me shy and less talkative. I wasn’t myself.”:

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/07/30/adhd.drugs.children/index.html

“Iowa youths abuse pills for ADHD treatment”:

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20090726/NEWS/907260347

“Why Ritalin isn’t candy”:

http://www.rnw.nl/english/article/why-ritalin-isn%E2%80%99t-candy

“Hallucinations are rare side effects of ADHD medications”:

http://www.cbc.ca/cp/HealthScout/090801/6080119AU.html

“Evidence-based psychosocial treatments for children and adolescents with ADHD”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/5314003

“Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental health publishes Vyvanse ADHD Data”:

http://www.drugs.com/clinical_trials/child-adolescent-psychiatry-mental-health-publishes-vyvanse-adhd-data-7835.html

“You may think Emily’s just naughty but I know better”:

http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/features/4529605.You_may_think_Emily_s_just_naughty_but_I_know_better/

“Gilbert woman helps students prepare for SAT”:

http://www.azcentral.com/community/gilbert/articles/2009/08/04/20090804gr-learning0807.html

ADRES “Adverse Drug Reaction Electronic System(Adverse Drug Reactions Website)”- This website provides patients, doctors, and other medical professionals with a comprehensive examination of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), side effects, and other safety information for both prescription and over-the-counter medications.. Our goal is to allow users of our website make informed decisions when taking (patients) or prescribing (doctors) drugs. We are providing unmatched information and analysis tools.

http://www.adverse-drug-reaction.net/

“adders.org”
Our objective is to promote awareness to AD/HD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and to provide information and as much free practical help as we can to those affected by the condition, both adults and children, their families in the UK and around the World via this website.

http://www.adders.org/

“ADDISS” The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service…

http://www.addiss.co.uk/index.html

“ADDA”:

http://www.add.org/index.html

“hi2u ADHD Pages”:

http://www..adhd..org.uk/

“CHADD”:

http://www.chadd.org/am/CustomPages/home/CHADD_Home.htm?CFID=2282059&CFTOKEN=38105335&jsessionid=f2303343221169802693562

SPORT

“Former professional racing cyclist supports Edd and Ben the Marathon Men”:

http://www.thamenews.net/readmore.asp?Content_ID=4595

“Take on the adidas Women’s Challenge this September”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1815&a=18075

“10-kilometre runs”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1816

“Trek Hadrian’s Wall – 7-9 August, 2009”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2088

“Trek Jordan 2009 – 10-14 September”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1833

“Cycle India – 27 November – 6 December, 2009”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1832

“Cycle Cuba – 14-22 March 2010”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2357

“Sky Diving”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1726

MUSIC

“Recluse ‘could be new Susan Boyle … A young man with Asperger’s Syndrome who did not set foot outside his home for seven years could become a singing sensation to rival Susan Boyle when he appears on the X Factor.”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/21/20090805/ten-recluse-could-be-new-susan-boyle-5a7c575.html

“Asperger’s man who couldn’t leave his home for seven years heading for X Factor fame”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1204455/Aspergers-man-leave-home-seven-years-heading-X-Factor-fame.html?ITO=1490

Callum Francis “Britain’s Got Talent 2009 semi-finalist on holiday in Malta … According to Britain’s Got Talent website Callum dreams of becoming a star on the West End stage. He has been studying at Sylvia Young’s stage school in London for the past year. Callum, who is mildly autistic, found the school’s unusual mix of academic and vocational lessons the perfect way to keep him focussed.”:

http://www.independent.com.mt/news.asp?newsitemid=91809

“Stars shine for Autism Christmas Concert”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1972&a=19766

“The AutisMusic Project”:

http://www.autismusic.com/

ART

“Eric Jiani” Revisited:

http://www.art-alternatives.nl/pagina_eng/ericjiani.html

“Eric Jiani”:

http://www.eric-jiani-artist.com/

“Summer arts project for teenagers in London on the autism spectrum”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=19213

GLIMPSE – the talents of the autism community

They are painters, sculptors and photographers; poets and storytellers; musicians and creators of amazing video games. They are kids, teens and adults. Last year, a new online publication arose to celebrate the talents of autistic individuals and other developmental disabilities: GLIMPSE, offered by ICDL (The Interdisciplinary Council of Developmental and Learning Disorders). In late 2008, Volume 2 of GLIMPSE was released, and was expanded into a print book and notecards. The works are serious, humourous, deeply personal and illuminating. See it for yourself, share it with others, submit your own/your child’s work for inclusion in Volume 3, to release later this year. Find information and ordering details at www.icdl.com

“ARTROOM ………where under 17s can make and display art online”:

http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/artroom/index.php

MOVIES/ENTERTAINMENT

“Autistic film fans want full picture”:

http://www.theherald.co.uk/features/features/display.var.2520380.0.autistic_film_fans_want_full_picture.php

Documentary: “The Autistic Me” to screen on BBC3, August 11”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/documentary_the_autistic_me_to_screen_on_bbc3_august_11.htm

“Rain Man to go on national tour”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=20076

“Morrissey does Rain Man(Includes Tour dates)”:

http://www.gm.tv/entertainment/tv/36580-morrissey-does-rain-man.html

“Adam: Playing It Straight”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/adam__playing_it_straight.htm

“Rose ‘immediately adored’ new film”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/21/20090803/ten-rose-immediately-adored-new-film-5f8abb3.html

“Damages lawyer Rose Byrne”:

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/movies/2009/07/26/2009-07-26_celebrity_pop_quiz_damages_lawyer_rose_bryne_.html?page=0

“Ioan Gruffud … Ioan Gruffudd (“Fantastic Four”) will star in U.K.-based HSL Studio’s Kenneth Grahame biopic “Banking on Mr. Toad.”

Helmer Bruce Beresford is attached to direct the project, which charts Grahame’s journey to authoring of classic children’s book “The Wind in the Willows.” Pic will also touch on the relationship the author had with his autistic son.”:

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118006374.html?categoryId=28&cs=1

“Actors for Autism”:
http://www.actorsforautism.com/

BOOKS

“Visual Thinking Strategies for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders – The Language of Pictures”

Authors: Ellyn Lucas Arwood, Ed.D., Carole Kaulitz, M. Ed., and Mabel Brown, M.A.

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9040.htm

“2010 Hidden Curriculum One-A-Day Calendar for Kids – Items for Unstated Rules in Social Situations”

The Blackwell Family

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9020.htm

“2010 Hidden Curriculum One-A-Day Calendar for Older Adolescents and Adults”

Judy Endow

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9039.htm

“Two Calendar Package”

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9043.htm

“The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph, and Growing Up Autistic”

Author: Jason J-Mac McElwain, Daniel Paisner

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0451226194&templates=default&locale=uk

“Understanding Sam: (and Asperger’s Syndrome)”

Author: Clarabelle van Niekerk

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0974721719&templates=default&locale=uk

“Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Secondary School(Autistic Spectrum Disorder Support Kit)”

Authors: Lynn Plimley and Maggie Bowen

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=1412923115&templates=default&locale=uk

“Bright Splinters of the Mind: A Personal Story of Research with Autistic Savants”

Author: B. Hermelin

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=1853029327&templates=default&locale=uk

“The ADHD Handbook: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”

Author: Alison Munden and Jon Arcelus

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781853027567

Award Winning “Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators”

Editors: Kari Dunn Muron and pamela Wolfberg Ph.D.

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9504.htm

“Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish: A Guide for Parents and Professionals

Author: Marilyn Martin

Foreword by Michelle Berg

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843108580

“Caring for a Child with Autism”

A Practical Guide for Parents

Authors: Martin Ives and Nell Munroe, National Autistic Society

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781853029967

“Asperger Syndrome, Adolescence, and Identity: Looking Beyond the Label”

Authors: Harvey Molloy and Latika Vasil

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843101260

“Autistic Planet”

Author: Jennifer Elder

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843108429

MOVIE

“Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs” Rated: TBA

Worldwide Release Dates(From 18 September 2009): http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/cloudywithachanceofmeatballs/international/

Synopsis: Fans of the children’s picture book CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS will get to see the beloved title brought to life with gorgeous animation. Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, and Bruce Campbell lend their voices to this film about a town that has various types of food falling from the sky, rather than rain or snow.

http://uk.rottentomatoes.com/m/1196077-cloudy_with_a_chance_of_meatballs/

Official Website:

http://cloudywithachanceofmeatballs.com/

VIDEO GAME

“Batman: Arkham Asylum 16+(Xbox 360, PS3, Microsoft Windows)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Batman-Arkham-Asylum-Xbox-360/dp/B001PO5NI4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1249225342&sr=1-1

Official Website/View Trailer:

http://www.batmanarkhamasylum.com/

“Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans – Special Edition”(Wii, Nintendo DS, PC)

Release Date August 7

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Horrible-Histories-Ruthless-Romans-Special/dp/B001V7RJEG/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__50?ie=UTF8&s=videogames

“Wii Sports Resort Review”:

http://uk.videogames.games.yahoo.com/83/wii-sports-resort-2e5483.html

“Race is on to evolve the ultimate Mario”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17560-race-is-on-to-evolve-the-ultimate-mario.html

TECH

“Cosy Social Networks Are Stifling Innovation”:

“To enable innovation it may be necessary to reduce the number of social ties between coders,” says Mayer-Schönberger.”

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20327195.600-cosy-social-networks-are-stifling-innovation.html

SPACE

Photographed by the Hubble telescope, courtesy of NASA, it appears, with more details, here:
www.skyandtelescope.com/news/home/28283519.html

“Snapshots From Inside An Exploding Star”

Physicists at the Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago have used the IBM Blue Gene/P supercomputer to model the extreme physics of a supernova explosion.

http://www.newscientist.com/gallery/visualisingsupernova/

Take care,

Julie