Category Archives: The A-Word

The A-Word, Autism Part 43: Preschool And IEP Meeting

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: October 25, 2012

Jack Riley began preschool this year which has been a challenging adjustment for the family. On top of the stress of starting school, the family had an IEP meeting. Typically an IEP meeting happens annually after the child’s birthday, but this year they are having two meetings.

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The A-Word Autism, Part 41: Cheryl & Mike Neet Nick Who Recovered From Autism

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: September 14, 2012

Cheryl and Mike sit down and talk with Nick, who recovered from autism in 2001 at the age of four. They discuss what he remembers from being in therapy, and what school was like for him. Nick is candid about his experience with bullying, and gives Mom and Dad some insight on what it’s like growing up with autism.

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The A-Word, Autism Part 39: Feeding Issues

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: August 20, 2012

It’s been over a year since Jack Riley was diagnosed with autism and ten months since he began ABA therapy. Cheryl and Mike discuss how feeding used to be a nightmare and how this has radically changed for the better. Jack Riley used to not feed himself and his diet was limited to apple sauce, yogurt and bananas. His diet has since expanded greatly and he is now more willing to try new foods.

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The A-Word, Autism Part 38: Potty Training

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: August 6, 2012

The big day is finally here — potty training. With the aid of Jack Riley’s parents, therapists, reinforcers, and pottylog, success is bound to happen. Watch how the principles of ABA can be applied to teach potty training.

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The A Word, Autism Part 37: Parents Talk About Inflexibility Issues

By Suzanne Oshinsky | Published: July 9, 2012

Jack Riley is more aware of others and gets excited when he has visitors. When Jessica and other therapists first started coming over, he wouldn’t acknowledge their presence, but now he does with enthusiasm. At the same time however, Jack Riley has been having behavioral issues and has been very inflexible. Cheryl and Mike share with Jessica what his behaviors have been like. Jessica and Jack Riley continue working on categories as Mom and Dad help as interpreters.

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A Behind The Scenes Look At The A-Word

By Tyler Bridges | Published: June 13, 2012
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I have been working for CARD as the social networking coordinator since November 2010, and yesterday was the first time I sat in on a therapy session. Before working here I was unfamiliar with autism and didn’t know that it is treatable. Luckily, the session I had the opportunity to sit in on was with Jack Riley as he worked with his therapist Jessica as The A-Word was being filmed.

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The A-Word, Autism Part 33: New Therapist Training with Shizue

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: May 23, 2012

Jack Riley gets a visitor today during his session. Shizue is a new therapist and must complete field work training with another therapist before she is allowed to work alone with kids in the field. Today Jessica not only teaches Jack Riley some new things like actions and manding, but Shizue as well.

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The A-word, Autism Part 32: Baby Sister Is On The Way

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: May 17, 2012
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Another child is about to be added to Jack Riley’s family. Little sister is going to be born today, and with that, a lot of changes will occur that everyone will need to adjust to. .rax_tsmdwc_main { float:right; background: ; border: ; padding: 10px; margin:0px 10px 10px 10px; margin-right:0px; } .rax_tsmswc_inner { float:right; margin:0px 10px [...]

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The A-Word, Autism Part 30: Advancing Skills

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: May 3, 2012
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Every skill he learns builds on the next to create a comprehensive skillset which will facilitate appropriate communication and interaction. Each week represents tangible progress. To witness the progress, stay tuned and check out earlier episodes as well.

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The A-Word, Autsim Episode 29: Being Affectionate

By Cheryl and Mike | Published: April 26, 2012
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Today Jack Riley is more interested in playing with others than his toys. Social interaction is becoming more motivating for him which is a good thing. Jack Riley’s isn’t the only one in affectionate mood, dad is also enjoying his time with him.

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