Author: Bryan Foster
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Recent Study on Link between Vaccines and Autism: Results are In; Not Surprising
With flu season quickly approaching (feels like it may be already among us?), the results of this recent study about vaccinations seems to be pretty timely. The word “science”, by definition, means: a branch of knowledge or study dealing with a body of facts or truths systematically arranged and showing the operation of general laws.…
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Ogeechee Seafood Festival: Coastal Compassion
Submitted by: Lindsey Knopf The Great Ogeechee Seafood festival started at J.F. Gregory Park in Richmond Hill, GA in 1998. The event features live music, seafood vendors, and now includes a carnival, 50+ arts and crafts booths and other booths of non-profit organizations and business from around the area (including Reaching Milestones!). The event is…
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Surfers for Autism: More than Just Surfing
Submitted by: Melanie Shank (second from left in photo) Surfers for Autism is an event that originally began at Deerfield Beach Pier in 2008. The idea was to have the opportunity for surf instructors to work with children diagnosed with autism and introduce them into the world of surfing. In addition, the event allows an…
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How Do I Get My Child to Do their Homework Without Problem Behavior and in a Timely Manner?
Submitted by: Amy Perez Caregivers face a myriad of tasks and obstacles when it comes to making the best choices for the children in their care. Those choices then require appropriate actions to produce the desirable outcomes. One such task/obstacle caregivers encounter, for at least nine months of the year, is that of homework completion.…
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Debunking Alternative Therapies
By: Heather Chandler With recent articles about ABA therapy not being “enough” for Autism treatment circulating, many parents are turning to alternative therapies to teach their child(ren) with Autism. I caution parents to do extensive research when making these decisions. There are lots of promises being made, but the science just doesn’t support many of…