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The Bilson family is like many other families: three kids, a cat, and a small, lovely home with lots of family photos and carved wooden wall signs with sayings like “Live, Laugh, Love.” But step inside their house after 4 p.m. most weekdays and you’ll want to cover your ears because of the noise — the screaming, to be exact. These are not the shouts of sibling rivalry or parental annoyance. This is the high-pitched, ear-shattering sound of a 13-year-old girl. More accurately, it is the sound of a frustrated, irritated, very loud teenager with autism.
Living with an autistic child can leave an entire family walking on eggshells. Ten-year-old Alex Kline’s struggle with a form of autism called Asperger’s syndrome has consumed his entire family. His parents Tara Kennedy-Kline and Chris Kline decided to get help. A behavior consultant spent a week in their home to help them regain control. “There are fewer tears around the house now,” Tara Kennedy-Kline writes, “but, even more important, there are more smiles.”
Host Larry Mantle (KPCC 89.3 FM) discussed autism treatment with a panel that included Dr. Ron Leaf during his December 18th show. We are providing links to the podcast for anyone who is interested in hearing the controversial discussion. As people who are familiar with Autism Partnership already know, we feel strongly about standing up for evidence-based practice in the field of autism. Some panel members made claims for treatments which are not based in science and you will hear Dr. Leaf explain why it is important to critically evaluate such claims and what are the dangers of pursuing popular treatments that are based mainly on parent-to-parent anecdotal reports.
Treating Children with Autism: AirTalk “On the Road”. Host Larry Mantle (KPCC 89.3 FM) discussed autism treatment with a panel that included Dr. Ron Leaf during his December 18th show. We are providing links to the podcast for anyone who is interested in hearing the controversial discussion. As people who are familiar with Autism Partnership already know, we feel strongly about standing up for evidence-based practice in the field of autism. Some panel members made claims for treatments which are not based in science and you will hear Dr. Leaf explain why it is important to critically evaluate such claims and what are the dangers of pursuing popular treatments that are based mainly on parent-to-parent anecdotal reports.
As a parent of a child with autism, Dr. Manny has heard his share of myths about autism and Dr. Ron Leaf of Autism Partnership helps clear up fact vs. fiction. Podcast
Quality of Life: A Lifespan Perspective.
Autismone Web Broadcast Feb 21 Host Dr. David Holmes, founder of the Eden Center, discusses with Ron Leaf of Autism Partnership how to ensure best outcomes in adulthood.
Dr. Lara Honos-Webb The Sweet Spot for Psychology Information
Dr. Ron Leaf is her guest on this Podcast discussing Sense and nonsense in the Behavioral Treatment of Autism. Don’t be confused by Dr. Lara’s inadvertent reference to ADHD, this discussion is entirely about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
American Psychological Association Monitor on Psychology
Effective Education for Autism discusses the work of Autism Partnership in assisting the Clark County, NV school district to provide Free Appropriate Public Education to children with autism.
