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“I know of nobody who is purely autistic, or purely neurotypical. Even God has some autistic moments, which is why the planets spin.” -Jerry Newport, Your Life is not a Label. How true! I also have never met someone who … Continue reading →

In RDI, we strive to create opportunities for children with ASD to think and problem-solve in dynamic situations. We shift our communication to allow them opportunities to initiate and hold up their end of conversation. We help them to express … Continue reading →

How do shared activities help my child learn language? A shared frame of reference is essential to comprehension when your understanding of language is limited. Imagine that you are in a train station in Russia and you don’t know Russian. … Continue reading →

Take this short quiz to find out! Then give it to your spouse or significant other. What is the most important thing to do before February 14th? 1.       Make 22 Valentines for your child’s party. 2.       Clean your garage. 3.       … Continue reading →

There is a movie in the theaters this month, “The King’s Speech,” which portrays the true story of King George VI of Britain (Colin Firth) and his speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush). King George has a stammer, which may not seem … Continue reading →

Which of your successes come to mind when you need to shore up your confidence? What fond memories do you recall when you are lonely? What would your world be like without your autobiographical memory? Scientists have noted a deficit … Continue reading →

The New Year gives us all a chance at making a fresh start. Everyone aspires to some kind of personal growth and renewal. It is also a time to remember that children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other neuro-developmental … Continue reading →

Winter holiday can so easily turn into a time for our kids to watch more TV and play more video games. After all, we are busy getting ready for the holidays and it is so convenient to let them do … Continue reading →

The holidays are upon us! The weeks ahead are full of opportunities for family traditions. It is a great time of year to involve your child in making special memories with you. A little planning ahead goes a long way … Continue reading →