UNIT 5 SEC 1, CH1, CH2, CH3, CH 4 - KNOW YOUR CHILD
 
UNIT 5   What to Do While You Wait?
         
          INTRODUCTION     
          CHAPTER 1 – Getting to Know Your Child & Yourself & Concerns
          CHAPTER 2 – Determining Social & Personal Awareness    
          CHAPTER 3 – Working on Daily Living Skills aka                                                   Getting Started with Concerns
          CHAPTER 4 – Understanding a Child’s Thinking
            PART 1 Learning Strengths
            PART 2 Learning Weaknesses
UNIT 5 – REFERENCES
UNIT 5 – APPENDICES

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UNIT 4          When Is It Sensory?
          INTRODUCTION –
 
Chapter 1 – Sensory Issues
                    PART 1.
                              a. Sensory Defensiveness
                              b. Sensory Avoidance
 
Chapter 2 – Sensory Categories
          PART 1. HYPO-ACTIVITY
          PART 2. HYPER-ACTIVITY
          PART 3. SIRS (Sensory Interests,  
                Repetitions, & Seeking behaviors)
             a. Sensory Interests      
                                    a. 1.  SIBs Self-Injurious Behaviors.
             b. Repetitious Behavior
             c. Seeking Behavior
          PART 4. ENHANCED PERCEPTION
                              APPENDIX –
 
Chapter 3 – Sensory Integration
          PART 1. Sensory System
                    PART 2. Sensory Profile
                    PART 3. Sensory Diet
                       a. Brushing Techniques
                    PART 4. Sensory Room
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​DISCLAIMER (2023) Know Autism – Know Your Child: with < My Thoughts > by Sara Luker; 2023
 
Just to let you know that I, Sara Hayden Luker, have put forth my best efforts in presenting what I have learned about autism, by sharing the stories and studies of those who have gone before us.  Any author’s mention of products, services, treatments, and interventions or actions are not to be considered an endorsement, thereof. Know that to some, autism is an ‘unregulated business’. The content of this website material, digital or in any other form does not represent medical advice; nor does it constitute medical suggestions in any way. The material, including any downloadable parts, is for informational and/or educational purposes only. Your download and/or use of any of this material indicates your acceptance of this disclaimer.
 
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​Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, has
followed ‘Autism Sara’ on Twitter & ‘sarasautismsite.com’, almost from
the beginning. I’m not certain what his autism interest is,
but he has several well known generous philanthropic connections.
 
But, Sonny’s dad was born in Philly and a huge Eagles fan.
Their organization has a focus for autism families.

Retrieved online from:
https://www.eaglesautismchallenge.org/

Today, millions of people around the world are connected to
autism. The Center for Disease Control estimates that 1 in
44 people under 21 living in the United States are on the
autism spectrum, making it the fastest-growing
developmental disorder. For Eagles owner and CEO Jeffrey
Lurie, it is personal. With autism in his own family, Lurie
knows his is just one of many families dealing with this
condition and has seen firsthand the difference the right
resources can make.

The Eagles Autism Challenge is dedicated to raising funds
for innovative research and care programs. By providing the
necessary resources to doctors and scientists at leading
institutions, we will be able to assist those currently affected
by autism as well as future generations. Our event aims to
inspire and engage the community, so together; we can
provide much-needed support to make a lasting impact in
the field of autism.

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There will be 7 UNITS Posted, eventually. This is a labor of 'love' in the hope that this 'sharing' will help those in need.  Here are the UNITS ~

Know Autism – Know Your Child: with < My Thoughts > by Sara Luker; 2023
 
UNIT 1 – How Will I Know?
 
INTRODUCTION
     CHAPTER 1 – Checklists
     CHAPTER 2 – Red Flags
     CHAPTER 3 –Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
         PART 1. Developmental Screening
Unit 1 – REFERENCES
Unit 1 – APPENDIX A Informal Checklist
 
UNIT 2  Why Is It Autism?
   INTRODUCTION
      CHAPTER 1 – Diagnosis & DSM-5 Diagnostic and    
         Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition;   
         published in 2013 by the American Psychiatric
         Association (APA)
      CHAPTER 2 – Denial & Misdiagnosis
      CHAPTER 3 – Doctors & Direction
UNIT 2 – REFERENCES
UNIT 2 – APPENDICES
 
UNIT 3  Which Is Most Concerning?
   INTRODUCTION
      CHAPTER 1 – Gross & Fine Motor Skills
         PART 1. Poor Eating
         PART 2. Toilet Training
      CHAPTER 2 – Speech & Communication (Including  
                                     nonverbal)
      CHAPTER 3 – Cognition & Temperament/Personality
UNIT 3 – REFERENCES
UNIT 3 – APPENDICES
 
UNIT 4  When Is It Sensory?
                   
   INTRODUCTION
      CHAPTER 1 – Sensory Issues
         PART 1.
            a. Sensory Defensiveness
           b. Sensory Avoidance
      CHAPTER 2 – Sensory Categories
         PART 1. HYPO-ACTIVITY
         PART 2. HYPER-ACTIVITY
         PART 3. SIRS (Sensory Interests, Repetitions,  
                                  & Seeking behaviors)
            a. Sensory Interests       
               a. 1.  SIBs Self-Injurious Behaviors.
           b. Repetitious Behavior
           c. Seeking Behavior
         PART 4. Enhanced Perception APPENDIX
      CHAPTER 3 – Sensory Integration
         PART 1. Sensory System
         PART 2. Sensory Profile
         PART 3. Sensory Diet
            a. Brushing Techniques
         PART 4. Sensory Room
UNIT 4 – REFERENCES
UNIT 4 – APPENDICES
 
UNIT 5  Who Is Your Child?
  
   INTRODUCTION
      CHAPTER 1 – Getting to Know Your Child and 
                               Yourself
      CHAPTER 2 – Working on Daily Living Skills aka
                             Getting Started with Concerns
      CHAPTER 3 – Determining Social & Personal  
                               Awareness
      CHAPTER 4 – Understanding A Child’s Thinking
         PART 1. Learning Strengths
         PART 2. Learning Weaknesses
UNIT 5 – REFERENCES
UNIT 5 – APPENDICES
 
UNIT 6  Where Are the Resources?
     
      CHAPTER 1 – Networking & Support
         INTRODUCTION
         Networking
            PART 1. Autism CARES Act of 2019
            PART 2. Government Websites
         Support
      CHAPTER 2 – Insurance & Intervention
         INTRODUCTION
         Insurance
         Intervention
      CHAPTER 3 – Law – Federal, State, & Local  
         INTRODUCTION
            PART 1. IEP Individualized Education Program
            PART 2. Autism Education & Bullying Policies   
         Law – Federal, State, & Local  
            PART 1. Judges
            PART 2. Court System
UNIT 6 – REFERENCES
UNIT 6 – APPENDICES
 
UNIT 7  Which Will Help Us?
 
INTRODUCTION
UNIT 7 – 1 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
       Section 1– Introduction, Medication, Dietary Approaches
UNIT 7 – 2 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
        Section 2: ABA, CBT, DIR, OT, PECS
UNIT 7 – 3 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
        Section 3: RDI, SPD, ST, TEAACH
UNIT 7 – 4 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
        Section 4: CAMs Complementary & Alternative     
                         Medicine
             PART 1 –
     1.  acupuncture
     2.  animal assisted therapy
           a. Dog Assisted Therapy
                b. Dolphin Assisted Therapy
                c. Horse Assisted Therapy
  UNIT 7–5Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
          Section 5: CAMs Complementary & Alternative   
                           Medicine
             PART 2 –
                3. anti-inflammatory therapy
                4. auditory integration therapy
  UNIT 7–6 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
          Section 6: CAMs Complementary & Alternative  
                           Medicine
             PART 3 –
                5. chelation therapy
                6. chiropractic
  UNIT 7–7 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
          Section 7: CAMs Complementary & Alternative
                           Medicine
             PART 4 –
                7.  creative therapy
                     a. introduction
                     b. art
                     c. music
                     d. dance, theatre
                     e. adventure therapy
                8.  facilitated communication
  UNIT 7–8 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
          Section 8: CAMs Complementary & Alternative
                           Medicine
              PART 5 –
                 9.  hyperbaric oxygen therapy
                10.  immunoglobulin infusions
  UNIT 7–9 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM)
          Section 9: CAMs Complementary & Alternative
                           Medicine
               PART 6 –
                 11. massage therapy
                12. mindfulness & meditation
  UNIT 7–10 Complementary & Alternative Medicine
                    (CAM)
          Section 10: CAMs Complementary & Alternative
                             Medicine
               PART 7 –
                13. neuro-therapy
                14.  physical activity program
   UNIT 7–11 Complementary & Alternative Medicine    
                     (CAM)
          Section 11: CAMs Complementary & Alternative
                             Medicine
               PART 8 –
                 15.  stem cell therapy
                16.  vitamin/supplements
   UNIT 7 – REFERENCES
   UNIT 7 – APPENDICES

DISCLAIMER Know Autism – Know Your Child: with < My Thoughts > by Sara Luker; 2023
 
Just to let you know that I, Sara Hayden Luker, have put forth my best efforts in presenting what I have learned and experienced about autism. My intent is to inform and educate, by sharing < My Thoughts >, plus the stories and referenced studies of those who have gone before us. 

Any author’s mention of products, services, treatments, and interventions or actions are not to be considered an endorsement, thereof. Know that to some, autism is an ‘unregulated business’.

The content of this website material, digital or in any other form does not represent medical advice; nor does it constitute medical suggestions in any way. The material, including any downloadable parts, is for informational and/or educational purposes only. Your download and/or use of any of this material indicates your acceptance of this disclaimer. No ‘rights’ are given or transferred.

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Veteran’s Day 2022
 
As our nation commemorates Veterans Day, honoring and remembering those who have served and sacrificed, it is an appropriate time to consider the financial, medical, and other assistance available to veterans, their families and survivors. Veterans Benefits are administered at the federal level by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which is the second largest cabinet-level department and has a yearly budget of over $300 billion.

The full range of VA benefits extends to housing and home loan guarantees, job training, small business loans, burials, memorials, and education. There is now new recognition for children and adults on the autism spectrum. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention ((CDC), one in every 44 children may be diagnosed with autism. Added to established ‘military benefits’, armed services recruiters are now looking for bright, industrious recruits, and applicants with Asperger’s. This population often proves to fit the bill of specialized services, with their high IQ.

For instance, Rubin (2016) Staff Writer for Atlantic magazine describes a selective intelligence squad formed by the Israeli Army. Many autistic soldiers who would otherwise be exempt from military service have found a place in Unit 9900. 

​She says that a 21-year-old recruit with autism enjoys spending long hours combing through each millimeter of satellite images of the same location from various angles. And, that that most persons with autism can outperform in auditory tasks (such as discriminating sound pitches), detecting visual structures, and mentally manipulating complex three-dimensional shapes.
 
< My Thoughts >   “…millimeter of satellite images…”
 
After becoming highly trained by the military, it seems likely that these skills would easily transfer to a variety of hard-to-fill civilian jobs. Air traffic controller comes to mind!
 
Rob V. (2020) recruitment is determined on a case-by-case basis; if the recruiter realizes that you have something to offer the nation. Like most things in the military, it depends on the military branch and the level of autism. In addition, you must not be under any medications for at least one year before submitting your application.
 
Mander (2022) makes us aware that there are many government programs to help military veterans' children with special needs — the trick is to find them.
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Thank you for your service, Veterans. And, persons with autism, desiring a military career..."Show them what you've got!"
 
References:

Mander, L. (2022). Assistance Is Available for Veterans’ Children with Disabilities; Retrieved online from – https://specialneedsanswers.com/assistance-is-available-for-veterans-children-with-disabilities-18827t 

Rubin, S. (2016). The Israeli Army Unit that Recruits Teens with Autism: Retrieved online from – https://www.theatlantic.com › health › archive › 2016/01

V. Rob (2020). Can You Join the Military with Autism? By Rob V.; founder of Operation Military Kids.org. Retrieved online from –
www.operationmilitarykids.org/can-you-join-the-military-with-autism/
 
Other Resources:

• https://blog.theautismsite.greatergood.com/cs-watching-horizon-military/
• https://specialneedsanswers.com/assistance-is-available-for-veterans-children-with-disabilities-18827
• https://operationautism.org/
• https://www.specialneedsalliance.org/blog/veterans-benefits-2/

BLOG ~  Sending a ‘thank you’ to the Marketing Assistant of an Orlando Florida Theme Park. He informs us that he and his group are Certified Autism Travel Professionals who have put together, and made available a free ‘Travel Guide’ for visiting their park with autistic family members.
​
Upon researching, my results found several agencies providing education and certification to theme parks, entertainment venues, and others offering ‘Autism & Neurodiverse Travel Guides for their properties and/or vacation packages. You might start your own investigation by searching for Certified Autism Professionals or International Board Training & Certification for Travel Agents. If you have a holiday vacation destination in mind, you may want to request any ‘Guides’ or provisions they have for families of persons with autism.

< My Thoughts >       …Autism & Neurodiverse Travel Guides…

CAUTION*** ‘Certification’ credentials may only address ‘autism’ in the most general terms. Remember, only you ‘Know Your Child’ and your child’s autism. As a vigilant observer, you must act immediately and quickly to prevent a crisis or unwanted episode from escalation.

When taking our ‘non-verbal autistic’ Sonny to his first theme park, we thought we were prepared for almost anything; sensory issues, allergies, sunburn, restraints, escape/elopement issues. Until, when in the middle of a ‘river ride’, water splashed up drenching Sonny’s clothes and face.  

Frantically, he began escaping his safety restraint, shedding his clothes, and trying to jump out of the boat! When we were finally rescued, the ‘first responders’ took us in a motorized cart to the employee area. Still kicking and screaming, Sonny was suddenly faced with a new dilemma… theme park employees changing from their street clothes into ‘character costumes’. Thankfully, his sense of humor took over and he thought Mickey looked pretty funny without his head.

Although separated from the rest of the family, and Sonny’s backpack with a change of clothes, his medication, and soothing books and toys from home, we finally got it all together. This brings to mind another situation to be prepared for. Where do you change a 13-year-old’s diaper? In the family bathroom dedicated to parents changing baby’s diapers; or?
​
When visiting a theme park or other vacation site, find out ahead of time how to get help if you need it. Don’t assume anything! Expect the ‘unexpected’. Additionally, you can purchase signs which alert ‘first responders’ that your family member has autism. Understandably, most families don’t care to make that kind of announcement. But, when you are away from your community, a ‘life saver’ can be a homemade printout of your person’s description, needs, and medication/medical issues… just in case. A current picture showing how they may look when stressed or anxious is important; not just a ‘glamour shot’ of how they look at their best.
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​Dear People ~
 
Please find FREE BOOK ~ Know Autism, Know Your Child, with < My Thoughts > by Sara Luker on the website MENU. Over the next months, my plan is to replace many of the MENU Chapters with newer, updated versions. Eventually, my wish is to make this material available in an eBook format. Also, because the numbers of autism cases are growing across the globe; so, is the research. My wish is to make a collection of this information easily available on my website www.sarasautismsite.com. Hopefully, this will help us try to keep up with what it means to be on the ‘autism spectrum’.