www.aspie-editorial.com

If you’ve got just two minutes to spare you could learn first aid to help someone having a seizure thanks to a video from Epilepsy Action.

The acting is a little stiff, if you’ll excuse the pun, but it’s two minutes of your time very well spent.

You’ll notice in the video that the bystanders make a range of common but daft suggestions (‘hold them down’, ‘put something in the mouth to stop them biting their tongue’) that should be avoided as they could endanger the person having the seizure.

It has to be said that well-intentioned bystanders can sometimes be more of a danger than the seizure itself. Unless the person is likely to fall into a fire, fall off a bridge or get eaten by lions, the appropriate steps are just to protect the person, cushion their head, check their breathing and stay calm.

You only need to call an ambulance if the seizure continues for more than five minutes or you know this is the first seizure they’ve ever had.

The video just focuses on generalised seizures (‘having a fit’) but there’s info on other seizure types further down the page.

Read in Full:

http://mindhacks.com/2011/11/24/two-crucial-minutes/

Published: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011

Project Lifesaver International

 

6:16 AM, Nov. 23, 2011

LANCASTER — Four autistic children received early Christmas presents Tuesday, thanks to Fairfield Christian High School junior Michael Collier.

After raising $2,900 in a July 22 golf scramble, he bought Brooklyn Baker, 12, John Manley, 7, Nathan Moore, 9, and Dominick Staffey, 6, each an iPad.

Collier, who has Asperger’s syndrome, is a member of Boy Scout Troop 241 and did the good deed for his Eagle Scout project.

“The cynic in me wishes I could have helped more,” he said. “I kind of think about the ones I left behind in my choices. Maybe they’ll get them next year, but it’s really great to be able to help, at least in some way.”

 

He sifted through about 20 letters before deciding on the lucky four. He chose the iPad because of its reputation for working well with those who have autism.

Collier met with the children and their parents at the Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living with the intent of giving them the iPads. But the order was delayed, and the children won’t receive them until Monday.

That little detail didn’t dampen anyone’s enthusiasm, however. Three of the children are non-verbal, making the iPad that much more important, their parents said.

Read in Full:

http://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/article/20111123/NEWS01/111230301/1002/rss01

Will Newman and his father, Steve

5:32 PM, Nov. 23, 2011

Written by Barbara Blake

 

How, you might ask, can a teen-ager with an autism-related disability change the world? Will Newman will tell you that anything is possible. If only you believe.

The story begins five years ago, when Will was 11 and traveled with his parents, Steve and Wendy Newman, to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.

 

“It was at the cancer center in Houston that Will “got the full sense of the gravity of Steve’s illness,” Wendy said. “And he was indelibly impressed with the men and women doing this work to find a cure for his dad’s disease.”

A gift for music

 

Will Newman is an exceptional young man, both because of and in spite of Asperger’s, a syndrome on the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum. Those with Asperberger’s typically struggle with social awareness, peer interaction, and reading and interpreting the body language of others.

Among those awards are four Gold Key and four Silver Key Scholastic Art Awards, the National American Visions Medal and a $1,000 Creativity and Citizenship Scholarship Award, a prestigious honor presented to only four students across the nation.

But those accomplishments almost pale against Will’s musical gifts, which have taken him to Carnegie Hall with his high school symphonic band and put him in the center of the local funk band Jazz the Ripper, along with performances at venues ranging from the Biltmore Estate to the Orange Peel to Bele Chere and Diana Wortham Theatre.

Read in Full:

http://www.citizen-times.com/article/20111124/NEWS/311240047/Asheville-boy-gives-amazing-gift-father?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Frontpage

Grand Cayman Island

 

HEADLINES

“Australia: Coroner lashes out at the DHS over shutting case”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/11/australia-coroner-lashes-out-at-the-dhs-over-shutting-case/

 

“UPDATE: Fears for missing, mute 9 year old boy in Virginia: More volunteers sought/Found alive & doing well”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/fears-for-missing-mute-9-year-old-boy-in-virginia-more-volunteers-sought/

“Four disabled people found locked in dungeon”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/four-disabled-people-found-locked-dungeon-092239672.html

“Child cruelty findings to be made public”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/child-cruelty-findings-to-be-made-public/

 

“Meadow Hall teacher arrested on sex offense charges”:

http://rockville.patch.com/articles/meadow-hall-teacher-arrested-on-sex-offense-charges

“Clarksville man accused of raping autistic Rutherford girl”:

http://www.tennessean.com/article/20111108/NEWS03/311080027/Clarksville-man-accused-raping-autistic-Rutherford-girl

“New trial begins for suspect charged with purchasing a child”:

http://bdtonline.com/local/x1607583064/New-trial-begins-for-suspect-charged-with-purchasing-a-child

“Fury at web video of judge beating daughter”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/fury-video-judge-beating-daughter-123424662.html

“Keep them safe: New York must adequately staff facilities for differently abled”:

http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2011/11/keep_them_safenew_york_must_ad.html

“Va DOE to review bus training following beating”:

http://www.wset.com/story/15692440/va-doe-to-review-bus-training-following-beating

 

“OC Transport boss apologises for driver caught on video berating passenger … Autism Society members ‘disappointed’ but awaiting result of investigation”:

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/Transpo+boss+apologizes+driver+caught+video+berating+passenger/5672035/story.html

“Abusive bus driver report delayed”:

http://www.torontosun.com/2011/11/11/abusive-bus-driver-report-delayed

“Bus driver fired for yelling”:

http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com/canadaworld/article/1455981

“A call for understanding”:

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/opinion/call+understanding/5672008/story.html

“Disabled girl’s playground horror in Mitcham sparks Merton Council and Ofsted inquiry”:

http://www.wimbledonguardian.co.uk/news/9354405.Disabled_girl_s_playground_horror_sparks_inquiry/

“Police: Plainfield couple arrested after child wanders off from home”:

http://www.theday.com/article/20111102/NWS04/111109945/1047

NAS “Landmark High Court ruling on social care provision”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/landmark-high-court-ruling-on-social-care-provision.aspx

 

NAS “Media response: adoption and autism”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/media-response-adoption-and-autism.aspx

 

“State lawmakers looking to add common sense to school discipline”:

http://www.kdvr.com/news/kdvr-state-lawmakers-looking-to-add-common-sense-to-school-discipline-20111019,0,5779095.story

“28 states, DC cut $1.7B in mental health funding”:

http://www.wdtimes.com/news/national/article_4d7f7fce-43a7-5717-9221-93acdcc25b44.html

“Join us for an ASAN symposium on Ethical, Legal & Social Implications of Autism Research”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/15/join-us-for-an-asan-symposium-on-ethical-legal-social-implications-of-autism-research/

NAS “Watch videos from our sensory conference”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/watch-videos-from-our-sensory-conference.aspx

NAS: Closure of LEGO Universe online game”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/closure-of-lego-universe-online-game.aspx

“Lorna Wing: Outstanding Achievement Award for NAS founder member”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/lorna-wing-outstanding-achievement-award-for-nas-founder-member/

“RIP Dr Sudesh Kataria – Early Advocate for Autistic Children”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/15/rip-dr-sudesh-kataria-early-advocate-for-autistic-children/

HEALTH & RESEARCH

“More kids offered antipsychotic drugs”:

http://www.thestarphoenix.com/health/More+kids+offered+antipsychotic+drugs/5685394/story.html

“Channel 4 News investigation into antipsychotic medication”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/channel-4-news-investigation-into-antipsychotic-medication.aspx

“Deafness and autism”:

http://deafness.about.com/cs/multipledisab/a/autism.htm

“Debunking 6 myths about Asperger Syndrome”:

http://psychcentral.com/lib/2011/debunking-6-myths-about-asperger-syndrome/

“Top 7 autism myths”:

http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/tp/topmyths.htm

“Preemies 5 times more likely to be autistic”:

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/10/17/preemies-5-times-more-likely-to-have-autism/30420.html

“New study suggests autism starts in the womb”:

http://www.clickondetroit.com/New-study-suggests-autism-starts-in-the-womb/-/1719524/4700038/-/ho7ihiz/-/

“No babbling or pointing seen as early symptoms of autism”:

http://autism.about.com/od/SymptomsofAutism/f/Early-Symptoms-Of-Autism-Include-No-Babbling-Or-Pointing.htm

“Signs of autism your pediatrician may miss”:

http://autism.about.com/od/earlysignsofautism/a/firstsigns.htm

“Social thinking and autism”:

http://autism.about.com/od/improvingsocialskills/a/socialthinking.htm

“Atypical autism”:

http://autism.about.com/od/typesautism/f/What-Is-Atypical-Autism.htm

“Comorbid symptoms of autism”:

http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/tp/Additional-Symptoms-of-Autism.htm

“Autism overview”:

http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/a/autismoverview.htm

“Sex education for autistic children and teens”:

http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/sexed.htm

“Autism: Wider eyes and a broader mouth: Scientists identify subtle ‘distinct facial characteristics’ of children with developmental disorder”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2051749/Autism-Wider-eyes-broader-mouth-Scientists-identify-subtle-distinct-facial-characteristics-children-developmental-disorder.html?ITO=1490

“Team finds evidence of genetic basis for autism”:

http://www.madisoncountycourier.com/2011/11/12/team-finds-evidence-of-genetic-basis-for-autism/

“Autistic people unaffected by social reputation”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg21228345.800-people-with-autism-unaffected-by-social-reputation.html?DCMP=OTC-rss&nsref=online-news

“Scans find autistic brain changes”:

http://www.mearnsleader.co.uk/news/health/behind-the-headlines/scans_find_autistic_brain_changes_1_401875

“Gene deletion might be at core of autism”:

http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/wellness/131919853.html

“Study suggests common diagnostic subcategories for autism, like asperger syndrome, are flawed and provide questionable value”:

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=237457

“Research provides clues to neurodevelopmental disorders”:

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2011-11/sfn-rpc111411.php

“BPS Research Digest: Psychosis isn’t always pathological”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/bps-research-digest-psychosis-isnt-always-pathological/

“Linking Fragile X syndrome proteins and RNA editing mistakes at nerve-muscle junction”:

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2011-10/uops-lfx102811.php

“Digital worlds can help autistic children to develop social skills”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/10/111021074534.htm

“Dvorak: Diseases of the past coming back, thanks to distrust of vaccines”:

http://www.statesman.com/opinion/dvorak-diseases-of-the-past-coming-back-thanks-1929004.html

“Unvaccinated blamed for largest measles outbreak in 15 years”:

http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/moms/content/unvaccinated-blamed-largest-measles-outbreak-15-years

“Some parents looking to buy chickenpox lollipops … Dr. Mitchell added, besides the health risk, mailing contaminated lollipops with the chicken pox virus in any form is a federal offense.”:

http://www.wfmd.com/cc-common/mainheadlines3.html?feed=119935&article=9401464

“Barry O’Connor: We need a vaccine against ignorance”:

http://www.thespec.com/opinion/columns/article/614630–we-need-a-vaccine-against-ignorance

“Road map to mental illness is being redrawn”:

http://www.redbluffdailynews.com/news/ci_19181663

Williams Syndrome “Super-social gene may hold clues to autism”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/williams-syndrome-super-social-gene-may-hold-clues-to-autism/

“PDA syndrome: ‘We thought she was naughty – it turned out she was ill … The symptoms of Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome, a little-known relative of autism, include compulsive disobedience. Catriona Wrottesley meets parents of children who can’t do what they’re told”:

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/pda-syndrome-we-thought-she-was-naughty–it-turned-out-she-was-ill-649880.html

“Bipolar disorder risk factors found in families”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/bipolar-disorder-risk-factors-found-in-families/

“Cortisone injection can prevent PTSD in 60% who experience traumatic stress”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/cortisone-injection-can-prevent-ptsd-in-60-who-experience-traumatic-stress/

“Trauma Essentials: The Go-To Guide”:

http://psychcentral.com/lib/2011/trauma-essentials-the-go-to-guide/

“Marker predicts heart disease in people with schizophrenia”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/marker-predicts-heart-disease-in-people-with-schizophrenia/

“Schizophrenia and psychosis”:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-report/understanding-schizophrenia/schizophrenia-and-psychosis.aspx?xid=ob_&utm_source=outbrain&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=eh-cs-invega

“Trichotillomania Treatment”:

http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2007/02/17/trichotillomania-treatment/

“Little research supports residential treatment of eating disorders”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/little-research-supports-residential-treatment-of-eating-disorders/

“Anxiety & OCD Exposed”:

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/anxiety/

“Latest Depression Articles: Repeated Bouts Linked to Low Mastery & Smoking, Male Depression, New Therapy Cultivates Optimism, Heavy Metal & Depressed Teens, 10 Things Not To Say To a Depressed Person, Dutch Study on Cannabis and Youth, Anhedonia & More”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/latest-depression-articles-repeated-bouts-linked-to-low-mastery-smoking-male-depression-new-therapy-cultivates-optimism-heavy-metal-depressed-teens-10-things-not-to-say-to-a-depressed-person/

“Early-life depression and anxiety changes structure of developing brain”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/11/111115175811.htm

“Moving from depression to bliss”:

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/happiness/2011/11/moving-from-depression-to-bliss/

“Reframing emotions to avoid stress”:

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/11/16/reframing-emotions-to-avoid-stress/31538.html

Loss & Grieving “The 5 ways we grieve”:

http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2011/11/13/the-5-ways-we-grieve/

“BPS Research Digest: The Special Issue Spotter”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/bps-research-digest-the-special-issue-spotter-36/

“A mocha for your mood?”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/a-mocha-for-your-mood/

“Sleep: Uncovering your dreams: 12 universal themes”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/sleep-uncovering-your-dreams-12-universal-themes/

“Was Sybil faking multiple personalities?”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/was-sybil-faking-multiple-personalities/

“A sensible, balanced amount of free time is key to happiness in our consumer society”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/a-sensible-balanced-amount-of-free-time-is-key-to-happiness-in-our-consumer-society/

“8 ways to relax and boost your mood in the mornings”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/8-ways-to-relax-and-boost-your-mood-in-the-mornings/

“Aggressive drivers identify with their car”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/aggressive-drivers-identify-with-their-car/

“5 gifts of being highly sensitive”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/5-gifts-of-being-highly-sensitive-2/

“Musical skills tied to reading proficiency”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/musical-skills-tied-to-reading-proficiency/

“Virtual Hospital”:

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

EDUCATION

“Anti-Bullying Week: top five tips for parents”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/17/anti-bullying-week-top-5-tips-for-parents/

“ASAN presents … The Navigating College Handbook”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/25/asan-presents-the-navigating-college-handbook/

“What is life like for a teenage prodigy?”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/15/what-is-life-like-for-a-teenage-prodigy/

“Beavercreek schools to host well-known autism/asperger’s syndrome advocate”:

http://www.xeniagazette.com/main.asp?SectionID=147&SubSectionID=588&ArticleID=174272

“Autistic student shines thanks to radio broadcasts”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/11/autistic-student-shines-thanks-to-radio-broadcasts/

“Tips for teaching non-verbal communication skills”:

http://www.healthcentral.com/autism/c/1443/145584/tips-communication/

“Manila: Worried for daughter with PDD-NOS in a regular school”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/manila-worried-for-daughter-with-pdd-nos-in-a-regular-school/

“Help for twice exceptional children”:

http://www.examiner.com/gifted-education-in-fort-collins/help-for-twice-exceptional-children

“Aspergers rule processing”:

http://www.science20.com/daytime_astronomer/aspergers_rule_processing-83804

“College education is not out of reach for students with learning disabilities”:

http://elmhurst.patch.com/articles/college-education-is-not-out-of-reach-for-students-with-learning-disabilities

WSJ “Hidden tax deductions for Special Education”:

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203537304577030453437780894.html?mod=rss_markets_main

“My visit to the NAS … Today, students from our Sybil Elgar School in Middlesex visited us here at The National Autistic Society in London for an office ‘takeover’. One of the students, Kane, wrote this news story for us”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/my-visit-to-the-national-autistic-society.aspx

 

EMPLOYMENT

“Call for Stories: ASAN investigating use of personality tests”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/11/call-for-stories-asan-investigating-use-of-personality-tests/

 

“NAS joins charity group in fight to keep legal aid for benefits appeals”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/nas-joins-charity-group-in-fight-to-keep-legal-aid-for-benefits-appeals.aspx

“Apply to the National Trust’s training programme”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/apply-to-the-national-trusts-training-programme.aspx

“Audio : Turning autism challenges into workplace strengths: A conversation with HP Executive Phil McKinney and his daughter, Tara Roehl”:

http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news.newsmain/article/0/6206/1874035/Atlanta.All.Things.Considered/Turning.Autism.Challenges.Into.Workplace.Strengths..A.Conversation.with.HP.Executive.Phil.McKinney.and.His.Daughter..Tara.Roehl

“Specialized Employment Program for autistic adults to be offered soon in Oakdale”:

http://oakdale.patch.com/articles/specialized-employment-program-for-adults-with-autism-to-be-offered-soon-in-oakdale

“Highland Park company employs autistic adults”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/highland-park-company-employs-autistic-adults/

“Green Bay differently abled employees bring heart to work”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/11/green-bay-differently-abled-employees-bring-heart-to-work/

“Aiming to build jobs for autistic people”:

http://www.banffcragandcanyon.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3363857

“Autistic society delight at Lottery cash windfall … MORE than 30 autistic people in Wirral will gain employment through a comprehensive programme of training and real work experience – thanks to a major cash injection from the Big Lottery. “:

http://www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/9309902.Autistic_society_delight_at_Lottery_cash_windfall/?ref=rss

“Researcher identifies autism employment resources, tips for people on the autism spectrum”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/13/researcher-identifies-autism-employment-resources-tips-for-people-on-the-autism-spectrum/

Asperger Informatik AG “Professionelles Webdesign und Software Testing in Zurich”:

http://www.asperger-informatik.ch/

“Creative Support Ltd”:

http://www.creativesupport.co.uk/

“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.autism.org.uk/our-services/employment-support/prospects-for-job-seekers.aspx

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

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

“Employment within the NAS”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/en-gb/working-with/a-career-in-autism/career-opportunities-with-the-nas.aspx

“For further employment information, please view”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/employment-on-the-autism-spectrum/

 

GENERAL/HUMAN INTEREST

Anti-Bullying Week November 14-18 “Words can hurt too”:

http://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/words-can-hurt-too.html

“Interview re Females on the Autism Apectrum: Rudy Simone and Kristen Desmond on the condition, employment options & relationships”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/11/11/interview-re-females-on-the-autism-spectrum-rudy-simone-and-kristen-desmond-on-the-condition-employment-options-relationships/

“Project Aspie: Erdington volunteer up for national award”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/project-aspie-erdington-volunteer-up-for-national-award/

“Tom Jackman: Different, not disabled”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/tom-jackman-different-not-disabled/

“Autistic Adults: Temple Grandin … a brilliant mind”:

http://www.cbs42.com/content/health/story/Autistic-Adults/A_fnUK-PCUGcFgdYxN0zcw.cspx

“Compassion vital for autistic children, adults, speaker says”:

http://www.guelphmercury.com/news/local/article/609808–compassion-vital-for-those-with-autism-speaker-says

“Children find confidence in martial arts”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/children-find-confidence-in-martial-arts/

“Tablets, apps help autistic people communicate … As a companion piece to an interview this evening with Steve Jobs biographer Walter Isaacson, CBS’ “60 Minutes” focused on how touch-screen tablet computers–like those introduced by Apple–are helping non-verbal autistic children communicate with their parents.”:

http://news.cnet.com/8301-27083_3-20124473-247/tablets-apps-help-autistic-people-communicate/

“Scientists and autism: When geeks meet”:

http://www.nature.com/news/2011/111102/full/479025a.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+news%2Frss%2Fmost_recent+%28NatureNews+-+Most+recent+articles%29

“Autism Spectrum Therapies’ suggestions for a stress free holiday season”:

http://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/11/11/p2113976/autism-spectrum-therapies-suggestions-for-a-stress-free-holiday-season

“The Queen’s hidden cousins: They were banished to an asylum in 1941 and left neglected”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2059831/The-Queens-hidden-cousins-They-banished-asylum-1941-left-neglected-intriguing-documentary-reveals-all.html

“Queens of the kitchen … She and her husband walk every year to Tirupathi from Bangalore over seven days, for a cause — they’ve helped build a shelter for rural children with disabilities, and have tried to create awareness on autism.”:

http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/money-and-careers/article2629843.ece

NAS “Christmas cards now on sale”:

http://www.autism.org.uk/en-GB/Shop/Christmas-cards.aspx

 

Happy Thanksgiving To All Who Are Celebrating …

THANKSGIVING

“Help your autistic child have an enjoyable Thanksgiving”:

http://www.examiner.com/autism-parenting-in-glendale/help-your-child-with-autism-have-an-enjoyable-thanksgiving

“Mercy House Call: Holidays can be a stressful time for autistic children, parents”:

http://www.wtol.com/Global/story.asp?S=13565440

“Don’t let your Thanksgiving turn into a real turkey, Tips for avoiding Stress-Outs”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/dont-let-your-thanksgiving-turn-into-a-real-turkey-tips-for-avoiding-stress-outs/

“Thanksgiving Articles ~ On Coping, Inclusion Tips, History, Art, Craft & Recipes”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/thanksgiving-articles-on-coping-inclusion-tips-history-art-craft-recipes/

“Expert offers ways to practice “Safe Stress” during the Holidays”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/expert-offers-ways-to-practice-safe-stress-during-the-holidays/

“Holiday shopping for your autistic child”:

http://www.examiner.com/special-needs-parents-in-chicago/holiday-shopping-for-your-child-with-autism

“Holiday Planning and ASD Part 1”:

http://www.examiner.com/autism-parenting-in-dallas/holiday-planning-and-autism-spectrum-disorder-1

“Holiday Planning and ASD Part 2”:

http://www.examiner.com/dc-in-national/mason-alert-to-be-combined-with-take-me-home-program-to-prevent-autism-wandering

 

CHRISTMAS

“Survival Hints for Making it through the Holiday Season/Christmas & ASD”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/survival-hints-for-making-it-through-the-holiday-seasonchristmas-and-asd-2/

“NAS: Talk about Christmas … Children and young people with autism and their families offer advice on coping with Christmas.”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/nas-talk-about-christmas/

“Have Yourself a Mindful, Merry Christmas”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/have-yourself-a-mindful-merry-christmas/

“Introvert’s Guide to Holiday Merriment”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/introverts-guide-to-holiday-merriment/

“Managing Holiday Stress, Alone For The Holidays, Families In Recovery”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/managing-holiday-stress-alone-for-the-holidays-families-in-recovery/

“7 Quick Tips To Avoid A Meltdown”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/7-quick-tips-to-avoid-a-meltdown/

Children’s Christmas Arts, Crafts & Activity Sites

“Kaboose 2010”:

http://holidays.kaboose.com/christmas/index.html

“Enchanted Learning: Christmas Crafts”:

http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/christmas/

“Activity Village”:

http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/christmas_crafts.htm

Art & Craft Supplies “Yellow Moon”:

http://www.yellowmoon.org.uk/

Christmas Recipes

http://recipes.kaboose.com/holidays/christmas-recipes/christmas-recipes.html

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/christmas-recipes

http://allrecipes.com/Recipes/Holidays-and-Events/Christmas/Top.aspx

http://www.momswhothink.com/christmas/the-best-christmas-cookie-recipes-ever.html

“Christmas Around the World”:

http://www.soon.org.uk/country/christmas.htm

“Koala’s Christmas Pages – Includes Stories, Crafts & Activities, Games, Cooking, Traditions & Free Card Links”:

http://www.thekoala.com/christmas.htm

“Christmas by Aussie Educator”:

http://www.aussieeducator.org.au/specialpages/christmas.html

 

CAYMAN ISLANDS

Cayman Islands Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation
Grand Cayman
CAYMAN ISLANDS
web: http://www.autism.ky/

tel: 345-916-0555

 

“The Lighthouse School”:

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Cayman-Islands-180/2008/7/Autism.htm

“Organisation Required: Cayman Islands Special Needs Camps”:

http://www.campresource.com/summer-camps/special-needs-camps.cfm/cayman-islands

“Previous Special Needs Camps on the Islands”:

http://www.caymanislands.ky/tour_guide/news_list_pub.aspx?newsid=376F8A78-080F-489F-B062-6BD816CCDB76

“Cayman Islands Autism News”:

http://autism.einnews.com/country/caymanislands

“Cayman Island Travel & Tourism Site”:

http://www.caymanislands.co.uk/

One of the smaller sea turtles at the Cayman Islands Turtle Farm. The farm has hundreds, probably thousands of sea turtles ranging in age and size (from 6 ounces to 600 pounds). A very cool place to visit.

“Cayman Islands Travel Guide – Wikitravel”:

http://wikitravel.org/en/Cayman_Islands

Stingrays found in Stingray City in the Cayman Islands in the Caribbean.

“Cayman Islands Stats”:

http://www.nationmaster.com/country/cj-cayman-islands

Cayman Islands National Museum, George Town

“Finding Cayman Culture”:

http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2009/01/02/cayman/

Cayman Islands Carnival “Batabano”

“Catch some rays in the Caymans”:

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/cayman-islands/travel-tips-and-articles/76370

Cayman Taffy Company(Unique Assortment of Taffy): “The taffy is very good, not real sugary and there’s plenty of chocolate. Best place on the island to take your sweet tooth.”

“Cayman Islands holiday: treasure islands”:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/centralamericaandcaribbean/8813980/Cayman-Islands-holiday-treasure-islands.html

Property Investment: Paradise Villas:
With the 10th most valued currency in the world, the highest standard of living in the Caribbean, its own stock exchange, no direct taxation and a distinguished financial reputation, the Caymans’ are an obvious choice in this new era of intelligent property investing.

“Cayman Islands”:

http://www.discovercayman.co.uk/

 

 

ADD/ADHD

“ADHD diagnosis now possible for kids as young as 4”:

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/10/17/adhd-diagnosis-now-possible-for-kids-as-young-as-4/30417.html

“ADHD and a Lego heart: A mother and son’s journey”:

http://woodinville.patch.com/articles/adhd-and-a-lego-heart-a-mother-and-son-s-journey

“Research profile: strengths of ADHD kids”:

http://thegauntlet.ca/story/15893

“The long term effects of taking ADHD medications: What parents need to know”:

http://lifewithadhd.com/adhd-drugs/the-long-term-effects-of-taking-adhd-medications-what-parents-need-to-know.php

“Is there a link between ADHD and substance abuse in teenagers?”:

http://www.sys-con.com/node/2047487

“Little evidence of heart risks from ADHD meds”:

http://www.wafb.com/story/15926457/little-evidence-of-heart-risks-from-adhd-meds

“Myths about ADHD”:
http://add.about.com/od/adhdthebasics/a/myths-adhd.htm

“ADHD and sleep”:
http://sleepdisorders.about.com/od/causesofsleepdisorder1/a/ADHD_Sleep_2.htm

“ADHD, Adderall and sleep”:

http://add.about.com/od/livingwithadhd/a/adhdsleep1.htm

“South Plains pharmacists, doctor say Adderall shortage to last into 2012”:

http://lubbockonline.com/health/2011-11-12/south-plains-pharmacists-doctor-say-adderall-shortage-last-2012#.TsKADnE0FJg

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

MUSIC

“Music4ASD”:

http://www.music4asd.com/

http://www.autism.org.uk/directory/resources/7923.aspx

“The AutisMusic Project”:

http://www.autismusic.com/

 

ART

Registration and Submission Deadline – Dec. 9, 2011 “Artists wanted for Miromar Lakes’ contest; $1,000 up for grabs … The fourth annual outdoor art show will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Jan. 29 at Miromar Lakes. Proceeds from the sale will benefit Artspeak, a program of the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools helping students with autism focus on their strengths using art as a medium for self-expression.”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/06/artists-wanted-for-miromar-lakes-contest-1000-up-for-grabs-registration-and-submission-deadline-dec-9-2011/

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

“Artisancam: an award winning interactive website that gives an insight into the lives of contemporary visual artists(aimed at school-aged children, parents/teachers)”:

http://www.artisancam.org.uk/

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

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

 

MOVIES/ENTERTAINMENT

“Documentary: A Still Jacket[Eine ruhige Jacke]:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/28/new-movie-a-still-jacketeine-ruhige-jacke/

New Play Set To Debut Online Nov 22 “Autism and romance mix in live-via-Internet ‘On the Spectrum”:

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/culturemonster/2011/11/autism-play-on-internet.html

 

“Inclusive red carpet event – autistic youths screen movie they made at camp … Joey Travolta’s camp is a godsend to the 46 kids who spent two weeks in July at the camp’s East Bay location. Travolta brings his expertise as a former special educator and successful film director — not to mention name recognition courtesy of his brother, actor John Travolta — to the camp. Like a larger-than-life grandpa, his directorial style is gregarious, emotional and clear.”:

http://www.contracostatimes.com/my-town/ci_19207772

“Conrad Aiken’s ‘Silent Snow, Secret Snow”:

http://www.metafilter.com/108942/In-this-white-darkness-we-will-take-the-place-of-everything

“Dimensions: Bradford Odeon screenings so successful, future monthly screenings to go ahead”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/dimensions-bradford-odeon-screenings-so-successful-future-monthly-screenings-to-go-ahead/

“Sensory-friendly screening for autistic, ADHD kids”:

http://yourlife.usatoday.com/parenting-family/story/2011-11-01/Sensory-friendly-screening-for-kids-with-autism-ADHD/51028474/1?csp=34news&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+UsatodaycomHealth-TopStories+%28News+-+Health+-+Top+Stories%29

“Find movie magic at the Norwood Public Library … Finally, I wish everyone in the world could see “Snow Cake,” which is available here at Morrill Memorial Library. It stars Alan Rickman and Sigourney Weaver. Weaver, sans glamour and firepower, plays a high-functioning autistic woman who ultimately helps Rickman put his life back together.”:

http://www.wickedlocal.com/norwood/highlight/x669413689/From-Norwoods-Morrill-Memorial-Library-Find-movie-magic-at-the-Norwood-Public-Library#axzz1dP8rvpnn

“Ranbir Kapoor & I stay away from each other”:

http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-11-03/news-interviews/30350716_1_ranbir-kapoor-priyanka-chopra-barfee

“Happy Birthday Shah Rukh!”:

http://bollyspice.com/31519/happy-birthday-shahrukh

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

BOOKS

“New Book: Daryl Blonder’s “Problem Child: Confessions of an Aspie”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/10/21/new-book-daryl-blonders-problem-child-confessions-of-an-aspie/

“Jewish Book Festival to feature ‘Memory Palace’ author Mira Bartok”:

http://www.annarbor.com/entertainment/jewish-book-festival-to-feature-memory-palace-author-mira-bartok-and-lord-of-misrule-author-jaimy-go/?cmpid=RSS_link_entertainment

 “Visual Support for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders”

Haubler, Anne and Vera Bernard-Opitz

http://www.aapcpublishing.net/book/view/645/visual-support-for-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorders

 “Social Rules for Kids – The Top 100 Social Rules Kids Need to Succeed”

2011 Mom’s Choice Awards Gold Medal Recipient

Susan Diamond M.A., CCC

http://www.aapcpublishing.net/book/view/664/social-rules-for-kids-the-top-100-social-rules-kids-need-to-succeed-2011-moms-choice-awards-gold-medal-recipient

 “SHOW ME THE DATA! Data-Based Instructional Decisions Made Simple and Easy

by RinaMarie Leon-Guerrero, Jaime Martin and Chris Matsumoto

http://www.aapcpublishing.net/book/view/595/show-me-the-data-data-based-instructional-decisions-made-simple-and-easy

“Mapping Charlie”

Jane Meyerding

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/04/06/jane-meyerding-mapping-charlie/

 “Kevin Thinks: … about Outer Space, Confusing Expressions and the Perfectly Logical World of Asperger Syndrome”

Gail Watts

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849052924

  “22 Things a Woman with Asperger’s Syndrome Wants Her Partner to Know”

Rudy Simone

Foreword by Tony Attwood

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058834

 “Made for Good Purpose: What Every Parent Needs to Know to Help Their Adolescent with Asperger’s, High Functioning Autism or a Learning Difference Become an Independent Adult”

Michael P. McManmon

Foreword by Stephen M. Shore

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058636

 “The Adventure of Maisie Voyager”

Lucy Skye

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849052870

 “Sleep Difficulties and Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”

Kenneth J. Aitken

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849052597

 “Everyday Activities to help Your Young Child with Autism Live Life to the Full: Simple Exercises to Boost Functional Skills, Sensory Processing, Coordination and Self-Care”

Debra S. Jacobs and Dion E. Betts

Foreword by Carol A. Just

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849052382

 “Autism All-Stars: How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Syndrome to Shine in Life”

Edited by Josie Santomauro

Foreword by Tony Attwood

http://jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843101888

Take Care,

Julie

xx

This week is Anti-Bullying Week, so we’re sharing our top five tips for parents of children with autism who are worried about bullying in school.

Our research suggests that over 40% of children with autism and almost 60% of children with Asperger syndrome have been bullied at school. Recent research from the University of Manchester has also found that children with autism are two to three times more likely to be bullied than other children.

It’s vital that your child’s school has a zero-tolerance bullying policy. It is their duty to encourage pupils to report bullying and investigate reports. Here are some strategies that you and your child’s school can put in place to help overcome bullying:

1. Help your child to tell someone

Telling someone that you’re being bullied is tough, but for a young person with autism it can be particularly difficult to express emotions and anxieties. Some may not even recognise that they are being bullied. It is important that your child knows they can talk to someone; if your child can’t communicate verbally about bullying, ask them to write it down or draw you a picture to explain what happens at school. You can also ask if your child’s school has a bully box – this lets your child write or draw their experience of bullying and place it in a box, so they don’t have to talk to an adult face-to-face.

2. Buddy up

Young people with autism can struggle to make friends. Many find it hard talk to someone they don’t know and may not always understand what they should say. Buddying schemes at school can be a great way for children with autism to learn how to develop friendships. Ask if your child’s school has a buddying scheme and, if they don’t, see if they will set one up. Your school can ask another pupil to stay with your child during breaks. Some schools also have a buddy bench where pupils can sit to show that they need someone to play with or talk to.

3. Make a plan for break time

Young people with autism may struggle with the lack of structured activity at break times and can become anxious because they don’t know what to expect. Ask the school what structured activities your child could take part in during break time and whether they have a quiet space or ‘safe space’, such as a library or classroom, where your child can go if they need to get away. You or your child’s teacher could also sit down with your child to write a Social Story for break times. A Social Story is a description of a particular situation, such as lunchtime at school, which explains what to do or expect.

4. Practice talking to bullies and understanding emotions

Young people with autism may struggle more than others to know how to react to conversations, comments and bullying. Try talking to your child to help them understand body language and eye contact – both their own and that of the bully. You can also practise with your child how to respond to bullies and what they could say in different situations. A child with autism may also find it difficult to recognise emotions like fear, so it might help to spend some time teaching your child more about different feelings and what to do when they experience them.

5. Get in touch with us and your child’s school

As the leading charity for people affected by autism, we provide confidential advice for parents worried about bullying. Call our Autism Helpline on 0808 800 4104 for advice on coping with bullying and approaching your child’s school to address the problem and put the right strategies in place. Our Autism Helpline can also advise professionals and schools on strategies to help prevent bullying.

You can also speak to other parents who may have been through similar challenges by calling our Parent to Parent advice service on 0808 800 4106. Our Parent to Parent volunteers – both mothers and fathers – have a wealth of experience, knowledge and insight and can talk through your concerns.

Are you a child with autism being bullied?

If you’re a child with autism trying to cope with bullying, please visit our bullying advice pages.

Other useful links

•  
• Cyber Mentors
• ChildLine

 

Source:

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/anti-bullying-week-top-five-tips-for-parents.aspx

“Don’t Let Your Thanksgiving Turn Into A Real Turkey, Tips For Avoiding Stress-Outs”:

https://www.aspie-editorial.com/2011/01/22/dont-let-your-thanksgiving-turn-into-a-real-turkey-tips-for-avoiding-stress-outs/

Cameron visits Trinity College Cambridge to assess his maths ability

By Lucy Wallis

BBC News Magazine

Cameron Thompson is a 14-year-old maths prodigy from north Wales. He passed with high grades at maths GCSE and A-level and is now taking an Open University degree in pure maths. So what does it feel like to be a teenager growing up with raging hormones and a towering intellect?

At the age of 11, Cameron sat a school entrance maths test.

“One hundred and forty one out of 140, I broke the system, I think I did well,” he says.

At the same age, he sailed through two GCSEs in maths and additional maths, and in the same year passed his maths A-level with flying colours. But being brilliant at maths has become Cameron’s entire identity, and trying to fit in at school and develop his social skills has somehow become left behind in a desire to escape mediocrity.

“I have the social ability of a talking potato,” he says.

“Most people my age do despise me. I’ve been like this for years. I’m used to being ignored.”

The foundations of his academic success have also been shaken by the fact that his grades for his degree course have been dropping, and he is panicking. In the first year, his marks were up in the 80s, putting him in the top 0.5%. But on a recent assignment, he scored 72%, a healthy grade by most people’s standards, but not enough to secure the distinction that he wants.

“I am a bit worried about failing the Open University,” he says. “I just am, despite the fact that, technically, I shouldn’t be doing it for about another five years.”

Fresh start

Although Cameron can easily identify the answers, he has trouble explaining how he came to his conclusion, bringing down his overall marks, and he will only be able to continue with the degree if his marks show signs of improvement.

His parents, Rod and Alison, who live near Wrexham, are unsure whether his struggle to explain is due to his age, or the fact he has been diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a type of autism that can occasionally combine great mental prowess with communication problems.

“Apparently plenty of people with Asperger’s are really intelligent, high achievers,” Cameron says. “People like Einstein and Newton, they had supposed Asperger’s.”

The pressure of making sure his marks improve on his next assignment is a worry for Cameron.

It is not his parents that drive this ambition to achieve, but Cameron himself, and to add to this stress he is also growing up.

“Mum first noticed a moustache, she saw it and told me about it,” he explains. Not long after that, one of his younger sisters, 10-year-old Beth, accidentally ripped it off with a piece of sticky tape.

With his family moving house, however, Cameron is facing a fresh start at a new school and the opportunity to try to establish a new social life.

“It gives me a chance to start again, so they reckon [I’ll] actually work my way up the social ladder, instead of just staying at the bottom,” he says.

“If I can make it to the middle I’m less likely to be bullied there, certainly not physically.”

One characteristic of Asperger’s is a difficulty to make friends, and Alison worries that her son does not always listen to social cues.

“Sometimes tact goes right over his head. Naive would be the best word for it,” she says.

“He is a brilliant kid. He couldn’t do enough for everybody. At the same time, while sometimes he is oblivious, he is also very sensitive,” she says.

Read in Full:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-15482101

World’s extraordinary prodigies

• 
  
• *Michael Kearney started studying for an Associate of Science degree at Santa Rosa Junior College in California at the age of six
• *Korean child prodigy Kim Ung-Yong was able to read in Japanese, Korean, German and English by the age of four
• *American Gregory Smith was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 12
• *Akrit Jaswal from India, a child surgeon, operated on the hand of a young girl when he was seven
• *Singer Cleopatra Stratan from Moldova had recorded an album by the age of three

 

BY ELIZABETH SHESTAK