The Autism Spectrum describes a disorder with differing impacts
ranging from classical autistic disorder to Asperger's Syndrome.
Those with Aspergers are considered in the higher functioning
range of the Autism Spectrum.
What
is Autism: DSM-IV
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Autistic Disorder
A. A total of six
(or more) items from (1), (2), and (3), with at least two
from (1), and one each from (2) and (3): (1) qualitative impairment
in social interaction, as manifested by at least two of the
following: (a) marked impairment in the use of multiple nonverbal
behaviors, such as eye-to- eye gaze, facial expression, body
postures, and gestures to regulate social interaction (b)
failure to develop peer relationships appropriate to developmental
level (c) a lack of spontaneous seeking to share enjoyment,
interests, or achievements with other people (e.g., by a lack
of showing, bringing, or pointing out objects of interest)
(d) lack of social or emotional reciprocity (2) qualitative
impairments in communication, as manifested by at least one
of the following: (a) delay in, or total lack of, the development
of spoken language (not accompanied by an attempt to compensate
through alternative modes of communication such as gesture
or mime) (b) in individuals with adequate speech, marked impairment
in the ability to initiate or sustain a conversation with
others (c) stereotyped and repetitive use of language or idiosyncratic
language (d) lack of varied, spontaneous make-believe play
or social imitative play appropriate to developmental level
(3) restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behavior,
interests, and activities as manifested by at least one of
the following: (a) encompassing preoccupation with one or
more stereotyped and restricted patterns of interest that
is abnormal either in intensity or focus (b) apparently inflexible
adherence to specific, nonfunctional routines or rituals (c)
stereotyped and repetitive motor mannerisms (e.g., hand or
finger flapping or twisting or complex whole-body movements)
(d) persistent precoccupation with parts of objects
B. Delays or abnormal
functioning in at least one of the following areas, with onset
prior to age 3 years: (1) social interaction, (2) language
as used in social communication, or (3) symbolic or imaginative
play.
C. The disturbance
is not better accounted for by Rett's disorder or childhood
disintegrative disorder.
Video Modeling
of Social Skills for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Autism
& Asperger's DVDs
Model Me Conversation Cues®
Models nonverbal cues, how and when to start
a conversation, maintain conversation, turn-taking in
conversation, & more.
Run
Time: 68 min. DVD plus free photo CD
For Upper Elementary, Middle, & High School read more
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Model Me Friendship™
Models social skills involved
in initiating and maintaining a friendship including:
compromise, invite, handling rejection, team sports,
empathy, and more.
Run
Time: 75 min. DVD plus free photo CD
For Upper Elementary, Middle, & High School read more
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Model Me Tips & Tricks™
Models social skills such
as using tact, appropriate voice modulation, good hygiene,
asking for help, sense of humor, and more.
Run
Time: 67 min.
DVD plus free photo CD
For Upper Elementary, Middle, & High School read more |
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Coming in July, 2009: Model Me Confidence™
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Includes bonus DVD on bullying geared toward parents, schools,
and therapists, featuring Asperger's guru Nick Dubin. Mr. Dubin speaks
on a number of important issues affecting the ASD community. His primary
speciality is in the area of bullying prevention and Autism. Sample from
bonus DVD on Bully Prevention Techniques
Time for School™
Topics include: listen to the teacher, share, sit quietly,
take turns, show interest in others, playground, &
more.
Run Time: 61 min. DVD plus free photo CD
For Kindergarten through 5th grade read more
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Time for a Playdate™
Topics include: greet friend,
losing, answer, play his way, eye contact, clean up,
say goodbye & more.
Run
Time: 67 min. DVD plus free photo CD
For Kindergarten through 5th grade read more
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I Can Do It!™
Models appropriate behavior
in stressful situations, including waiting, transitions,
birthday parties, handling criticism, & more.
Run
Time: 53 min. DVD plus free photo CD
For Kindergarten through 5th grade read more | order
COMING SOON.
Teaching Manuals & Student Workbooks (Home and
School)
The DVDs may be purchased alone. We also offer extra teaching
resources for use with the DVDs: A teaching manual with lesson
plans and progress charts. A social skills workbook with worksheets
and activities. These may be used by parents in the home or
by teachers/therapists in an educational setting. Teachers: Use to build a social skills curriculum.
Parents: Reinforce skills presented in the videos.
Sold separately from DVDs.
Currently Available: Time for School Teaching Manual:
132 non-reproducible pages, softcover
Time for School Student Workbook: 132 non-reproducible
pages, softcover.
Model Me Conversation Cues Teaching Manual:
120 non-reproducible pages, softcover.
Model Me Conversation Cues Student Workbook: 140 non-reproducible
pages, softcover.
read more | order
Video Modeling
of Social Skills for Children on Autism Spectrum
Websites that provide information relating
to children on the Autism Spectrum:
ABA
Resources for Recovery
Extensive information about Applied Behavior Analysis
for Autism Spectrum, compiled by a parent.
Pathfinders
for Autism
A parent sponsored, non-profit organization with information
on programs and services in Maryland.
Susan Senator
Blog on autism spectrum, parenting, and information on her
book, "Making Peace with Autism: One Family’s Story of
Struggle, Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts"
