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CelticaGermany
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*DISCLAIMER* Please note I am not a healthcare professional or a doctor. I cannot provide a diagnosis or give any medical advice. Therefore I cannot answer questions like "is my child autistic ?" other than by telling you to go and see a specialist ================================================================ Please be aware that if you are in the US it will usually take at least 24 hours until I can answer your question, as I'm in Europe and don't have access to my email during the day. I also cannot answer questions concerning the US educational or law system (other than by looking up things on google, but that's probably not the expertise you need), as I'm not in the US. ================================================================ Please also be aware that I'm a person with autism. My answers may sometimes be very blunt and direct and I may tell you things you won't like to hear. Diplomacy is certainly not among my talents. I'm never being rude on purpose, and I always try not to hurt or offend people, but it has happened before and may happen again. It's NEVER on purpose. I just want to help. ======================================================================= What I *can* do for you is gather information on ..... |
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Lee Wilkinson, PhDU.S.
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I can answer questions regarding the identification and treatment of school age children with autism spectrum disorders. I am the author of the award-winning book from Jessica Kingsley Publishers titled " A Best Practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Schools." (http://bestpracticeautism.com) | |
Valerie HerskowitzU.S.
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I am an autism expert and speech pathologist (for over 30 years). I am also the parent of a child with autism. I can answer any question on autism dealing with communication, education, behavior and diet. I cannot answer questions that are medical in nature or are dealing with medications. | |
Sandra BishinsU.S.
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Entitlement-driven services IEP related questions Autism specific questions Transition to Adulthood Eligibility-driven services Linkages to adult service agencies | |
Tim RunnerU.S.
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Questions concerning autistic student special education: IEP, assessments, Due Process, mediation, resolution conference, federal law, state law, qualifying for services, residential treatment, special day classes, resource specialists, procedures, having your child assessed, adaptive PE, speech & language, non-public school, FAPE, tuition reimbursement for private schools and treatment centers . | |
Trey McGowanCanada
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My primary expertise is in the area of the social, psychological, and mental development of Aspergers Syndrome and other high-functioning Autistic Spectrum Disorders. I am also very knowledgeable in the communication disorders and common co-existing issues. I'm well-read on most of these as well as having experienced it myself. Other aspects of autism, I can do fairly well at as well, from the oversensitivity to the recognition of it. Warning: I am *not* a medical professional, and while I can research answers through books and online, I can not give direct medical expertise. | |
Jene AviramU.S.
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How do you know if your child has autism? If you're concerned about your child's behavior and would like to know if they're symptoms of autism, I can help you. If you need behavior and parenting strategies, I have many suggestions and ideas to help you. I can also help you with questions on ABA therapy. I cannot answer biomedical questions. | |
Dr. Judy HorrocksU.S.
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Questions about behavior, communication and social skills. Also any questions on educational treatments. | |
Paul JohnsonU.S.
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All questions regarding late diagnosis (Adults with Asperger's Or othe ASD's). Spirituality and ASD, Relationships, How our minds work, Adolescent development with AS and Self Definition as an Autistic culture. | |
Catherine RidenourU.S.
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I can answer your questions about parenting your High Functioning Autisic or Asperger`s Syndrome child. In particular, questions about family life, discipline, siblings, finding resources, and working with (sometimes opposing) the educational system are welcome. | |
Melanie R Jones, ASD, PT MTCU.S.
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I am an adult with autism, and have an educational and professional background which helps fill in where needed. Answering questions about autism is extremely easy for me, because I have lived it daily for my entire life. Although individuals with autism are all unique, we have many things in common, especially in the interactions we have with neurotypicals (or those often referred to as "normal"). When something confuses you about an autistic's behavior or needs, I can help. I am not a doctor, however, so I cannot diagnose. | |
Dr. Sharon A. MitchellCanada
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Sharon can help with parenting and educational concerns. She has worked in teaching, special education, counseling and consultingfor over thirty years and gives workshops to educators and parents on working with kids with autism spectrum disorders. Sharon speaks from both the education and parent points of view, having a son with Asperger's. | |
Wendy ArscottCanada
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I can answer questions about the education of persons with autism from daycare to post secondary, and questions about autism in the workplace environment. | |
Darcy SpinelloU.S.
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I will be more than happy to answer questions or address concerns regarding the signs and symptoms of Autism in very young children. I can provide information about typical and atypical development in babies/toddlers and have experience in early identification of Autism Spectrum Disorders in toddlers. My speciality is working with children ages Birth-5 who either have a recent diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder or who are displaying developmental delays which may later translate into a diagnosis of Autism. I work closely with families of children with Autism and have experience offering support to these families both at home and during outings in the community. I have also accompanied families to pediatric visits and can offer tips and strategies on how best to proceed when visiting a developmental specialist. I have specialized knowledge regarding the importance of play to a child's development and how to help a child with Autism learn how to play both independently and with peers. I have created a wide variety of visual aids to help young children with Autism succeed and become more independent. I am an avid researcher and regularly create and disseminate informational brochures/pamphlets for parents of young children with Autism. I ..... |
Recent Answers
2013-05-25 toddler signs:
Hi Magicmum, I'm glad to hear that your little boy is starting speech therapy, the earlier the better! I have to agree with the suggestion of your speech therapist that an Early Intervention evaluation
2013-05-19 Granddaughter with ASD and sensory issues:
Oh, Tricia. What a worry this must be for all of you. I've read what you wrote three times and the most troublesome part of it is the regression you describe. The diagnoses of autism, ADHD, OCD and
2013-05-13 Worried about ASD:
Hi Christina, At your son's age, I would say it is perfectly normal to want to play alone sometimes. This is called solitary play. The next stage of play would be onlooker play; onlooker play describes
2013-05-10 Worried about ASD:
Hi Christina, It sounds as if you have a healthy, happy little boy. Based upon the information you gave me, it sounds as if he is doing very well for his age! Keep in mind that developmental milestones
2013-05-06 Is it normal?:
Hi Le, Since he likes to play with other children and has normal development of speech and understanding, I would not worry too much. He may just have a more reserved personality. Many children
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