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Art Centers By Kelly Jean Sullivan

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Decide on the Size and Location of Your Art Center. ... Pick Out the Appropriate Furniture for Your Space. ... Facilitate Easy Clean Up with Splash Mats and Aprons. ... Find Convenient Art Storage Solutions. ... Choose a Variety of Art Materials and Tools for Children to Use.

Autism movies By Kelly Jean Sullivan

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens utism Movies for Young Adult Audiences Nathan's Kingdom (2018) Genre: Drama, Science Fiction. ... Keep the Change (2017) Genre: Comedy, Romance. ... A Boy Called Po (2016) Genre: Drama, Fantasy. ... Jack of Red Hearts (2015) ... Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (2011) ... Ocean Heaven (2010) ... My Name is Khan (2010) ... Adam (2009)

Books on autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens   The best books on Autism Following Ezra. by Tom Fields-Meyer. Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and How to Think Smarter About People Who Think Differently. by Steve Silberman. Seven Keys to Unlock Autism. by Elaine Hall. Understanding Autism for Dummies. by Stephen Shore and Linda Rastelli. Asperger's from the Inside Out.

Laws to assist with Autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script>          data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Americans with Disabilities Act It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with Autism in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications What is the Autism Cares Act? The Autism CARES Act  ensures support for research, services, prevalence tracking, and other government activities . The new legislation increases the annual authorized federal spending on autism efforts to $369.7 million through 2024.

Autism Classroom centers by Kelly Jean Sullivan

<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script>           data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Autism Classroom Setup (6 Tips) Use simple colors. Use simple colors in the classroom to avoid provoking sensory stimulation in your students. ... Consider sensory stimulation. ... Provide visual support. ... Create space for learning. ... Create space for rest. ... Provide reinforcement. ... Pin for later!

Autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

       data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Other avenues of research on autism include  investigations into gene variants that could play a role in the development of ASD . A recent study analyzed the DNA of more than 35,584 people worldwide, including 11,986 autistic individual What is the leading cause of autism? Studies suggest that ASD could be a result of  disruptions in normal brain growth very early in development . These disruptions may be the result of defects in genes that control brain development and regulate how brain cells communicate with each other. Autism is more common in children born prematurely

Ocd Memory Issues by Kelly Jean Sullivan

        data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens   Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Memory loss. Because of the repetitive nature of many OCD symptoms, there has been some suggestion that people with OCD may experience some sort of problem with memory and simply forget that they’ve already carried out their compulsion

Cooking with Autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

        data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens How does autism affect cooking? Many adults on the spectrum struggle with food and cooking because of sensory stimuli, extreme sensitivity to change, and a strong preference for a narrow selection of ingredients . Research shows that individuals with autism tend to favor processed foods and carbohydrates. Encouraging kids with autism to develop cooking skills not only benefits their health but also helps them build confidence and become more independent . With plenty of practice, visual demonstrations, and patience, your child with autism may grow to love cooking!

Van Gogh art lesson by Kellly Jean Sullivan

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Vincent Van Gogh  (born 1853, died 1890) is probably one of the most well known and influential artists of the 19th century. The son of a Dutch pastor, the young Van Gogh worked for picture dealers along with his brother Theo. supplies copy of starry night white painting paper tempera or acrylic paints (or oil pastels) brushes (large and small) water containers procedures Start this lesson by looking at  Starry Night . Ask your students to describe the painting and its main ideas. Focus on the wind. Ask your students how  Van Gogh  used brush strokes to make the wind (swirls etc.)  Point out that the swirls are made with small brush strokes and many different shades of blue. Then move to a demonstration of how to paint like  Van Gogh . On the top 2/3 of the paper paint swirly shapes.  Emphasize allowing the paint to mix on the paper,  Van Gogh  did that. End the sky

Holiday Travel and autism by Kelly Jean Sulliban

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Is traveling good for autism? TRAVELING WITH A CHILD WITH AUTISM  DEVELOPS A STRONG CONNECTION . You are it. There is no one else to call, to help with the meltdown, to give you advice. You develop a strong connection when you are the one that is dealing with everything 24/7 for a week or more. Which airline is autism friendly? JSX  is uniquely positioned to flying passengers with autism because of the way it works: travelers are all vetted through Secure Flight, so there are no long TSA lines, and neither are there large crowds

Autism and Hearing Loss by Kelly Jean Sullivan

    data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Can autism affect your ears? Hyperacusis was common, affecting 18.0% of the autism group and 0% in an age-matched nonautism comparison group. In addition,  the rate of serous otitis media (23.5%) and related conductive hearing loss (18.3%) appeared to be increased in autistic disorder . Does autism affect listening? Specifically, studies have suggested that  children with autism may experience difficulty with over- or under-sensitivity to sound , difficulty processing oral directions, deficits on auditory tests of temporal processing, and poor speech recognition in the presence of background noise There is a wide range of how autism affects hearing.  In some cases, a child may have no hearing loss . Or, a child may have mild, moderate or even significant hearing loss that can be corrected with hearing aids   studies hint that  hearing problems are at least three times as

Holidays and autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

       data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens What should I avoid with autism? If you or a loved one has ASD, paying close attention to the foods being consumed is particularly important. For our patients with autism, we often recommend an elimination diet—eliminating  gluten, dairy, sugar, corn, soy, and other categories of potentially allergenic foods for one month What is Christmas like autism? If you have an autistic child in the house, the unusual sights, sounds and smells of Christmas can be  an intense and unsettling affair . While most neurotypical children revel in the sense of the unexpected each December 25, for autistic kids it can be one of the most anxious times of the year

Social Stories for Frustration and Anger By Kelly Jean Sullivan

       data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Do social stories work for ADHD? Although social stories were originally created to teach children with Autism, to teach them socially accepted behaviors,  social stories can also be used for children with attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD)  since these children also have problems in social behaviors. How do social stories deal with anger? Within the social story,  outline various scenarios in which your child may become angry . Be sure to include appropriate responses for them to try such as taking 5 deep breathes in and out, walking away from a situation that makes them angry, or asking an adult for a break to cool down.

Sleep Strategies by Kelly Jean Sullivan

      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Tips for Better Sleep Be consistent. ... Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, relaxing, and at a comfortable temperature. Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers, and smart phones, from the bedroom. Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime. Get some exercise

How to Deal with Grief by Kelly Jean Sullivan

     data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens What helps relieve grief? Tips for dealing with grief Accept some loneliness. Loneliness is completely normal, but it is important not to get too isolated.  Choose good company  Be gentle with yourself Get extra rest Embrace all emotions Set a regular sleep schedule Move your body  Talk to your doctor

Attention seeking Behavior by Kelly Jean Sullivan

    data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Attention-seeking behavior can include  saying or doing something with the goal of getting the attention of a person or a group of people . Examples of this behavior include: fishing for compliments by pointing out achievements and seeking validation. being controversial to provoke a reaction Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is a mental health condition marked by unstable emotions, a distorted self-image and an overwhelming desire to be noticed . People with HPD often behave dramatically or inappropriately to get attention

Mental Health Support for autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

    data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens W Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a  neurological and developmental disorder  that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behavehat does autism do to mental health? Children with autism can also develop mental health conditions such as  Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Depression .  Research shows that children with ASd are at higher risk for some mental health conditions than children without autism. What kinds of support can help a person with autism? There is a range of services and therapeutic treatments available for children and adults who have autism. These include the  provision of information and advocacy, assessment, early intervention therapies, help at school, behaviour support, individual support packages, supported accommodation and respite

Manifestation Determination By Kelly Jean Sullivan

   data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens   A manifestation determination is a meeting where parents of a student with an IEP and school staff review relevant information about the child and answer two questions: 1. Was the behavior caused by, or have a direct and substantial relationship to the child's disability? What is the purpose of a manifestation determination? The Manifestation Determination (MD) meeting is held to evaluate a student's misconduct, determine whether the misconduct is a manifestation of the student's disability, and determine if  the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) was being fully implemented at the time of the misconduct.

Managing Mental Health by Kelly Jean Sullivan

       data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens  Self-Care Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can help boost your mood and improve your health. ... Eat healthy, regular meals and stay hydrated. ... Make sleep a priority. ... Try a relaxing activity. ... Set goals and priorities. ... Practice gratitude. ... Focus on positivity. ... Stay connected.

Teacher Mental Health Support by Kelly Jean Sullivan

     data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens What can teachers do for their mental health? Ways to Help Yourself Set boundaries early on - and hold them. Expressing your needs is necessary. ... Focus on what you can control. ... Move your body. ... Stay in touch with friends and family. ... Keep up with the self-care. ... Maintain reasonable expectations. ... Check in on each other. . Keep each other accountable for self-care

ADHD and Sleep Issues by Kelly Jean Sullivan

      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens  the Connection Between ADHD and Sleep   Beginning around puberty, people with ADHD are more likely to experience shorter sleep time, problems falling asleep and staying asleep, and a higher risk of developing a sleep disorder . Nightmares 5  are also common in children with ADHD, especially those with insomnia.

OCD by Kelly Jean Sullivan

         data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-auto-ads type="adsens Is impulsivity a symptom of OCD? OCD patients demonstrate increased impulsivity , risky decision-making and biased probabilistic reasoning compared to healthy controls What is the best therapy for impulse control? The most prominent form of treatment would be  cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) . CBT is effective in treating impulse control disorders because the focus of the treatment exposes the relationship between thoughts and behaviors.