Recently added articles from The Exceptional Parent:
The high price of oil. Ancora Imparo: in his 87th year, the artist Michelangelo (1475-1564) is believed to have said, "Ancora imparo"--"I am still learning." Hence, the name for my monthly observations and comments.
Jul 01, 2008; Rader, Rick ... For almost 40 years this magazine has chronicled the daring, power, and fortitude of parents--parents who by their own admission were neither daring nor powerful but simply parents, parents who found themselves in situations and positions they never thought would be visited on them. These ...
The Wisdom of a Child.(Familiar Faces)(Viewpoint essay)
Jul 01, 2008; Pisauro, Lee-Ellen ... My four- year-old son, Steven, is wise beyond his years. His faith is so strong. His belief in "the good" does not waiver. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When my second son, Sam, was born, friends and family members assured my husband and me that Steven was the perfect big ...
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital Center for Autism opens school.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008 ... Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital Center for Autism recently opened its new school. The Clinic currently has 80 children in the program and will now be able to accommodate 20 more.The ...
Spanish "Baby Builders" DVD released.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(Video recording review)
Jul 01, 2008 ... Developing by Design, LLC recently announced the release of a Spanish version of their DVD, "Baby Builders," to continue fighting for healthy infants worldwide as childhood obesity and premature birth rates rise. "Baby Builders," created by, Jenna Zervas, MSPT, uses proven ...
Nana's Cookie Company announces no wheat and no gluten cookies.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008 ... Nana's Cookie Company, which features delicious snacks made exclusively from all-natural, wholesome ingredients, has announced a new product line featuring cookies with no wheat and and cookies with no gluten. This product is a great option for parents and caregivers ...
New program dedicated to treating facial and skull malformations in children.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(Report)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008 ... A new craniofacial surgery program has opened at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. The program will offer comprehensive care for deformities of the skull, face, and jaw. Noted craniofacial surgeon, Dr. Samuel Rhee, has been appointed director of the new hospital ...
Search for families dealing with CMD.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(CureCMD)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008 ... A group of parents of children diagnosed with congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) has started a non-profit organization called ...
COSAC hosts 26th annual conference.(WHAT'S HAPPENING)(The New Jersey Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008 ... The New Jersey Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community (COSAC) recently held their 26th annual conference, "Issues in Autism," in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The three-day conference featured more than 60 workshops, an all day forum on adults with autism spectrum ...
I Can Be.(Book review)
Jul 01, 2008; Henderson, Nancy ... I Can Be By Christine Sumner [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Unlike most children's yoga books, which tend to be geared toward the parent or caregiver, this one is actually for kids. Penned by Christine Sumner, a licensed professional counselor and registered yoga ...
An interview with I Can Be author, Christine Sumner.(Interview)
Jul 01, 2008 ... Exceptional Parent (EP): What inspired you to write I Can Be? Christine Sumner(CS): My love for my nephew Jacob inspired this book. I was driving to Pittsburgh one sunny day, and the poem came to me like a flash. I wrote the poem down immediately, and I started teaching my nephew yoga ...
A Is for Autism, F Is for Friend.(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2008; Henderson, Nancy ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A Is for Autism, F Is for Friend By Joanna L., Keating-Velasco Written by independence facilitator, Joanna Keating-Velasco, A Is For Autism, F Is for Friend shares the unique perspective of an 11-year-old with severe autism ....
What to Do When Your Temper Flares.(Book review)
Jul 01, 2008; Henderson, Nancy ... What to Do When Your Temper Flares By Dawn Huebner, Ph.D. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If your child's temper is alarming, easily ignited or aggressive, this book is for them--and for you. Using proven cognitive-behavioral techniques, What to Do When Your Temper ...
No Biting, Louise.(Book review)
Jul 01, 2008; Henderson, Nancy ... No Biting, Louise By Margie Palatini [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Louise the green alligator has a problem. She tends to bite everything--and everyone--in sight. Colorful illustrations show her gnawing the heads off her toys and chomping down on her father's ...
Full Mouse Empty Mouse.(Book review)
Jul 01, 2008; Henderson, Nancy ... Full Mouse Empty Mouse By Dina Zeckhausen [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A children's book that aims to stop eating disorders before they begin, Full Mouse Empty Mouse is beautifully written, with a flowing rhyme style that resembles that of a classic fairy tale ....
Technology Opens New Doors--literally: for college student, Sara Pyszka, who attends a university four hours from her family's home, assistive technology in her apartment setting offers the opportunity for independent living.(Home Improvement)
Jul 01, 2008; Murphy, Patti ... Having a place of one's own is a coveted rite of passage for many young adults. For Sara Pyszka, 22, the transition came with a deep sense of empowerment and a unique set of logistics. Wanting a change of scenery and more privacy than her dormitory at Wright State University in Dayton, ...
A home for the whole family.(Home Improvement)
Jul 01, 2008 ... Looking back at their previous housing situation, Laurie and Jeff Schutz can't imagine how they ever survived. It wasn't that long ago that the Schutz family of five was living in an 1,100 square foot, two bedroom house. Under normal circumstances, this would have been cramped for any ...
Home modification basics: tips from a professional contractor.(Home Improvement)
Jul 01, 2008; Apel, Ryan K. ... Accessibility for individuals with disabilities is paramount to successful mobility. No matter where a person with physical disabilities goes, there must be a plan for considering any physical barriers. In a home setting, however, these issues can be easily resolved--allowing for the ...
Music to my ears.(Fragile X syndrome)(Viewpoint essay)
Jul 01, 2008; Cassise, Dom ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There were a lot of exciting things going on. I had completed my masters degree in marketing, was a senior marketing director for a property management company, happily married for a year, and my son had just been born. My wife and I decided it was time to ...
Finding the right dentist and other tips for accessing dental care.(Report)
Jul 01, 2008; Blende, David M. ... As a reader of Exceptional Parent magazine, I already know something about you: we share a commitment to helping children and adults live a full life, while managing the complexities of disability or disease. We rely on our personal and professional communities for their expertise in ...
Out of the house and into the unknown: helping individuals with autism cope in a social world.(Report)
Jul 01, 2008; Krumins, Jennifer ... Life at home with a child with autism is rarely easy. Changes in routine, unexpected visitors, difficulties with food, toileting, and dressing can be disruptive to the whole family. Visits to the doctor or the dentist are incredibly challenging. Parents too often forego visiting friends ...