Autism Parenting Magazine Issue 68(Member's Dashboard) | Page 7

47 ASD MARKETPLACE THIS EXCITING NEW APP HELPS SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS SPEAK THROUGH PLAY 57 WHAT'S NEW ON THE BOOKSHELF? NEW MEMOIR HIGHLIGHTS THE LOVING BONDS WITHIN A SPECIAL FAMILY Teresa Sullivan gives an insightful look at the relationship between two sisters–one blind, with profound developmental disabilities, and the other with the heart to be her voice. Introducing a video- and voice-based app developed to boost children’s imitation and speaking abilities through play. 48 HELP: WHY HAS OUR TEEN WITH AUTISM STOPPED TALKING TO US? An educational therapist specializing in autism focuses on a young woman with Asperger's syndrome who may be experiencing depression. Rob Bernstein 59 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEAD BANGING AND SELF HARMING BEHAVIOR Learn about what triggers head banging, how to protect your child with autism from self harm, and treatment for injurious behavior. Katherine G. Hobbs 50 10 WAYS AN ASSISTANCE DOG CAN HELP YOUR ASD CHILD SLEEP Learn how the successful integration of assistance dogs is providing young people with autism much needed support. Caroline Preston 64 HOT OFF THE PRESS! NEW TECHNOLOGY HELPS ASD STUDENTS SUCCEED AT UNIVERSITY 53 AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT AUTISM WITH NANCY WELLS A special interview with Nancy Wells, LPC, who founded AbleTalks, a new approach to education, career development, and independent therapies for adults with autism and other intellectual disabilities. Derrick Hayes Learn about the challenges college-bound students with autism face and how Brain in Hand can make a difference in everyday achievement. Tina Sharpe 68 SPECIAL NEEDS FINANCIAL PLANNING WHEN LIFE CHANGES Read expert advice on when to update your long- term financial plan to ensure a lifetime of care for your special needs loved one. Ryan F. Platt, MBA, ChFC, ChSNC 55 WHAT'S NEW ON THE BOOKSHELF? NOVEL EXPLORES LOVING RELATIONSHIPS AND AUTISM Learn about Karla Clark's third novel which lovingly explores a professor's relationship with her brothers when she moves back home to care for an adult brother with autism. 56 WHAT'S NEW ON THE BOOKSHELF? INNOVATIVE BOOK HELPS PARENTS IDENTIFY PAIN IN AUTISTIC CHILDREN Discover a new learning tool created for families, and a support tool for medical professionals to help diagnose pain when communication is a challenge. Disclaimer: Please note that the advertised business and products are not endorsed or guaranteed by Autism Parenting Magazine or any of its employees. Autism Parenting Magazine | Issue 68 | 7