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I’ve met some pretty amazing dogs in my life and we have one in our family. His name is Huck and he is a full-size Labradoodle. But the dogs who participate in the K-9 Club Autism program at Austin Dog Alliance in Austin, TX are as special as they come. They are teaching my son [...]
In one of our recent articles, Two Stress Reducing Ideas for Home and School by Jean Myles, you will find multiple suggestions to reduce anxiety in the discussion. Below are some explanations to add to your “Bag of Tricks”. Deep Breathing Encourage your child to breathe in through their nose and out through their mouth. [...]
Amazing talents and gifts are present in kids with differences. We need to not focus so much on the negatives, but to stress the positive aspects of the challenges for those with exceptionalities. Most people on the autism spectrum have so many talents. We need to explore them and encourage them to continue onward. “Art [...]
Few things compare to the opportunities for a fun workout than playing in the snow. Get the kids outside and get moving and then warm up with a large mug of hot chocolate. Exercise is beneficial for all children, but has additional benefits for children with sensory processing disorders, low tone and anxiety disorders In [...]
“Hi Lori! I love your documentary and work you have done in raising awareness on autism. Our 3rd son has a diagnosis of Aspergers. He is very artistic and smart. He attends a public charter school. He will most surely continue in his artistic abilities and his life work will probably be in animation and [...]
If you live in the Midwest, as I do, you know it’s dark… and cold. It’s the darkest time of the year and after the 22nd of December we celebrate an increase in light. In the Yoga tradition, light, sun and fire are important concepts. Yogis speak of a fire in the belly, called “agni.” [...]
The arts can have profound effect on all persons. Children are especially open to how creative expression enhances their world. Experts agree that the arts are a natural means for children to play and learn. The benefits of arts participation and education are many: motivates children in learning, stimulates memory, facilitates understanding, enhances symbolic communication, [...]
