November 2010 - Issue #14
South Florida Autism Newsletter
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1 - Autism Insider Newsletter, July 2010 Issue
Inside This Issue... BioMedical Q&A By Debbie Mellen Nurse Practitioner
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GENERAL ARTICLES Some things to add in Santa’s letter this year
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Managing reinforcers to shape behavior
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Siblings: the unconditional friends
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Having a little brother with autism is an adventure
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Interview to Bryan Germano, Sibling of Darek
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BioMedical Q&A By Debbie Mellen, Biomedical Practitioner Most of us that went to health class in high school were taught about the food Pyramid, I have taught people how to eat healthy using the food pyramid. We were taught that whole grains are better than refined and processed foods, they have more nutrients in them. We also know that sugar is bad for us and that if we need to have something sweet, then we should use an artificial sweetener and reduce our calories from the empty food value of eating white sugar. However, I see more and more people negatively affected by following that good advice. How could this be possible? If we look at the food and break it down into its smallest form (like our bodies do after we eat it) we will find that there are two amino acids in certain foods that are causing havoc in the body. They are glutamate and aspartame. They are found in very high amounts in a food additive called MSG or monosodium glutamate and in the artificial sweeteners. These two amino acids affect the brain in a bad way. The people that have trouble with these two amino acids may find a link between their medical problems that could improve if they were to remove these amino acids from their diet. Some of the medical problems are epilepsy, migraines, insomnia, ADHD, autism, and fibromyalgia. Studies have shown that in sensitive individuals seizures can appear within 30 minutes of eating something with MSG or aspartame in it, or 4-6 hours after eating a gluten product. Note here that seizures are not always the clonic-tonic fall on the floor type of seizures. They can appear as mild as staring for a few moments, as if daydreaming, and then coming back. Glutamate is also found in gluten and soy; gluten is found in wheat. Glutamate not only affects the brain, it affects the lining of the intestine and makes changes where the result is mal absorption. For certain individuals the whole wheat products that are rich in nutrients, are causing nutrients to not be absorbed by the body. Strange, huh? Some warning signs from our body that can tell us if this is happening are: heartburn, IBS, allergies, pain, fatigue and memory loss. This concept has even been applied to bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and neurodegenerative disorders like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and even Alzheimer’s. The following is from John B. Symes, D.V.M. (aka “Dogtor J”) “The G.A.R.D. originally stood for the “glutamate- aspartame restricted diet” after the limitation of these two non-essential, neurostimulating amino acids that are also the parent compounds of MSG and aspartame (NutraSweet) respectively. They are now termed “excitotoxins” and known triggers of seizures and inciters of some neurodegenerative diseases. However, the G.A.R.D. also stands for the “gut absorption recovery diet” due to its removal of the “big 4″ foods (gluten, dairy, soy and corn), which are all capable of inducing the damage to the intestinal villi that characterizes celiac disease and the related food intolerances.” Here is The GARD in a nutshell: 1) Eliminate all the “big 4”- gluten (wheat, barley, rye), dairy products, soy and corn.
2) Eliminate all sources of MSG and aspartame (NutraSweet) 3) Restrict the intake of nuts, seeds and beans/legumes until recovery is achieved. (Legumes may be a longterm problem.) 4) Limit the consumption of gluten-free grains (quinoa, millet, flax, sorghum, amaranth and even rice) until symptoms have improved. 5) Limit caffeine intake 6) Limit intake of refined sugar 7) Eliminate all trans fats (hydrogenated oils) 8) Try to eat as organically as possible (to eliminate toxins/pollutants) 9) Drink filtered water What TO eat initially: 1) Vegetables 2) Fruits and berries 3) Lean meats* and fish (*in reasonable quantities, preferably the “cattle”- lamb, beef, venison, bison) 4) Eggs (nature’s true perfect food) 5) Sweet potatoes 6) Potatoes (well-cooked and if not nightshade intolerant) 7) Limited quantities of rice Once recovery is well underway, you can add: a) Gluten-free grain substitutes (millet, flax, sorghum, tapioca, amaranth, quinoa) b) Nuts and seeds (with tree nuts being ideal) c) Legumes/beans (if necessary and if desired. Some individuals are completely legume intolerant. I would always avoid soy, however!)
For the families that are implementing or that tried before the GFCF (Gluten Free and Casein Free) Diet and did not see any benefits from it or the behaviors got worse, be aware that many GFCF replacements are naturally high in Glutamate. For example, almonds, turkey, chicken, tapioca, and sorhum in between others. If you tried the GFCF Diet and did not see any results, you may want to try the G.A.R.D Diet. If this has sparked an interest you can learn much more by going to this website. "www.dogtorj.com"
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Some things to add in Santa’s letter this year! 6" THUMBALLS SOME SKILLS YOU CAN TEACH WITH THEM: Play skills, gross motor skills, ball skills, language skills, sounding out the alphabet, letter recognition, animal sounds, colors and shapes, numbers and counting, and matching the numbers to words. These balls are slightly larger and are 6 inch diameter each. Designed for sensory input, they are used in OT, PT and Speech. Toss the ball! Roll the ball! Catch the ball! Now look under your thumb and respond to the word, picture or letter. There are 32 panels for responses. Teaching results are phenomenal and there are so many ways to incorporate learning. These balls received the Creative Child Seal of Excellence Award. PRICE: Each Thumball $12.95. All 4 Thumballs $42 WEBSITE: www.nlconcepts.com
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POP TOOBS (set of 8) A great sensory experience for the child with special needs or autism. Pop Toobs - set of 8 plastic toobs to contract and stretch. Simple, bendable, snap able tubes can be joined together or use individually to offer significant sensory feedback. Twirl them and they make noise. Pulling with a partner often leads to purposeful eye contact as the proprioceptive sensory needs are met. PRICE: $8.99 WEBSITE: www.kidscopetoys.com
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WIKKI STICKS RAINBOW PACK Wikki Stix are a one of a kind activity that is twistable, stickable, buildable, playable while offering therapeutic benefits as well. PRICE: $2.95 WEBSITE: www.especialneeds.com
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TWIG It's a building set that really offers you the freedom of exploring the-inside-andthe-out of fun designing. Playing with Twig is gratifying for your hands and offers mental play that's exuberant! Your mind finds satisfaction in sorting colors, finding solutions for intermixing pieces of varying depth, accommodating diverse interior dimensions and shapes, and making final adjustments to your masterpieces. Precision-cut wood pieces slide in between and next to one another with ease. Extra rich colors add terrific flair to structures. PRICE: $50 WEBSITE: www.fatbraintoys.com
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Managing Reinforcers To Shape Behavior By Aeleen Garrido-Tortorici MS., LMHC. Implementing the Applied Behavior Analysis Theory in order to shape behavior may be a bit confusing at times for parents. I will try to make it as easy as ABC! In order to change behavior we look at the ABC’s: A- Antecedent B-
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The A- Antecedent is what triggers the behavior. There are three main triggers: attain attention, obtain an object and avoid a task. The B- Behavior is the actual behavior. The C- Consequence is what acts as a reinforcer to the behavior. It can be positive increasing the behavior or negative decreasing the behavior. Let’s get into the reinforcer, if you want to modify your child’s behavior you need to tackle the consequence. Remember positive reinforcers increase the behavior and negative reinforcers decrease the behavior, ultimate ending it. There are three main reinforces, primary, secondary and social. Primary is anything that is edible: food. The secondary is any obtainable object: book, part of a video, toy, etc., and social reinforcers: claps, kisses, hugs, complimentary phrases, etc., which is our goal! So if implemented properly the Managing Reinforcers, you will be able to shape the behavior to the desired behavior. Here is an example of the ABC theory of behavior. Let's say a child sees a toy at the store and starts a tantrum because the child wants the toy. A: the Antecedent is to want the toy, B: Behavior is a tantrum because the child wants the toy, and C: any behavior has a consequence; because this is a negative behavior the consequence is going to be negative. What are the options? Ignore (your child is more important that what people around are thinking), Time Out (right there at the store), lower yourself down to the child’s level and talk with a firm voice about the unwanted behavior, and consequences (don’t underestimate your child’s capacity to understand the situation and what you are saying). Let’s complicate the scenario, if the child deceases the crying and increase language. The parent should get the desired toy, and prompt for quiet and a point or approximate sound. If the child does these behaviors they may obtain the toy, the consequence should be positive. This way you have just reinforced an appropriate behavior of pointing and an approximation of appropriate language.
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Siblings: The Unconditional Friends! by Luciana C Leo AP
Reading articles, research papers and watching tons of videos in YouTube about siblings of children with special needs to prepare this article, I came to a simple conclusion: All relationship between siblings are complicated, no matter what. Friendships are different, because most of the time the people we picked to have as friends have things in common with us that we can share. Instead, we don’t pick our brothers or sisters, we are actually forced to live with them most of our childhood and teenage years. We learn what they like, what they don’t like, their dreams, their fears, their weaknesses and strengths. We come to know how to push their buttons and make them very mad, but we also learn about what makes them happy!. The relationships between brothers and sisters do not grow overnight. It can be very difficult at times due to different personalities or preferences in the individuals. However, there is a strong bond in between siblings that nothing can brake, not even autism. Sometimes it can be difficult for parents of children with special needs to juggle the demands of all the family members, the house chores and work, when they are trying to do all they can for their child with special needs. Many parents also worried about how the siblings may cope with their brother or sister with autism. What if they feel embarrassed by their brother or sister? What if they feel jealous? What if they compete for attention? Well…The reality is that these feelings and questions just mentioned are very common in a sibling relationship. I went through those stages of jealousy, anger, competency, frustration, embarrassment with my brother and my sister and they don’t have special needs. I bet every single person when through those phases with their siblings! In order for these feelings not to go out of control, children need to learn how to mange them. They need to learn coping skills and the most important teachers of these coping skills are a child’s mother, father, and even their sibling with special needs. Here are some suggestions that parents can do within the family to improve the interactions among the children in the family: 1) Don’t try to push them to play together if they are doing different things, they may not have the same interests. What you can do is engage them in playful interactions. For example, blowing bubbles, playing with a hose outside, doing a pillow fight , doing races, or playing with the wii. 2) Find some separate time for the children: Different activities, different group of friends, etc. 3) Do not over-protect your child with special needs, let him/her self defense (unless is a dangerous situation) and figure out how to resolve the problems with siblings. The other way around, if your child with special needs hits a sibling or takes something away from him/her, let the sibling respond to the action (unless he/she is not old enough or the aggressive behavior is very intense) For most Brothers and sisters of children with special needs, the experience with their siblings is positive. It teaches them to accept other people as they are. Some become deeply involved in helping parents care for their
brother or sister, often assuming responsibilities beyond their years in terms of that individual's care and the maintenance of the household. It is not uncommon for siblings to become ardent protectors and supporters of their brother or sister with special needs or to experience feelings of great joy in watching him or her achieve even the smallest gain in learning or development. Increased maturity, responsibility, altruism, tolerance, humanitarian concerns and careers (85% of siblings of children with special needs start a humanitarian career), a sense of closeness in the family, self-confidence, and independence are among the other positive effects noted in siblings (Lobato, 1990). As I said at the beginning of the article: All siblings relationships are complicated, no matter what. I believe that the relationship in between siblings is like a Sour Patch, bitter and sweet at the same time. Siblings can be so different, but at the same time have so much in common! I believe that the bond between brother and sister is one of the strongest that you can ever have with anyone else. That is why they can be very far, but feel very close. They can be super mad at you, but they will be there when you need them. They can be saying nothing and at the same time saying so much. The love of a brother or a sister is forever, no matter what!
Having a little brother with autism is an adventure!!! By Shannon Moyer, Matt’s Sister
From running onstage during an outdoor concert to jumping into the neighbor’s pool, not a day goes by where Matt doesn’t throw us for a loop. There are days when he’s bouncing off the walls, to days when all he’ll do is sleep in bed and watch old Disney movies. Sure, there are times when Matt can be difficult and hard to get along with, especially when he’s in one of those moods where he will do everything in his power to do the opposite of what you want. But they never last long, and we always get by with minimal injuries. It’s a precious thing when he smiles and looks me in the eye. I forget he has autism in that moment. Because in that one moment, I don’t see an autistic boy. I see a little brother who’s happy to see me. He’s not autistic. He just has a secret he doesn’t want to tell. Maybe that’s the best way to look at things; don’t just focus on the bad. See all the good and fun and cheer for what you have right in front of you. So what if Matt has autism? In the thirteen years that I’ve been in school, I’ve learned more from my little brother than I ever have in class. He taught me the value of looking on the bright side and living in the moment. To do what you like and not care about what others think. I believe there’s a lesson every autistic child is willing to teach. You just have to be willing to listen.
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Interview with Bryan Germano (10 years old), Derek’s Brother By Luciana C Leo AP
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I have been knowing Bryan and Derek for two years now. Derek is a 8 years old boy diagnosed with autism. Bryan is Derek’s older brother. They are two very happy boys full of life. Bryan, Derek and their mom are the type of people that will make you laugh constantly. They have a very contagious energy that makes you smile every time they are around. Bryan and Derek are very different in personalities, like the water and the oil, but at the same time they complement each other. Bryan is very curios and he likes to know about everything. He is very active, and very ambitious . On the other hand, Derek is also very curious, but shy at the same time. He is more of a free spirit. They balance each other. Bryan and Derek share one big interest in common, which is music. Bryan plays the guitar and Derek the drums. Despite the fact that Derek has some difficulties communicating with others, he is a great singer just like his older brother. I decided to interview Bryan to learn more about his own point of view. What things do you like to do the most?
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“I like to play sports and video games” “I really don’t like to do homework” What things do you like to do with your brother Derek?
“Well... I am more of a meat eater. Derek is sometimes more of a vegetarian. I don’t like the food he eats, and he doesn’t like the food I eat”
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“We like to watch movies and DVD’s, run and sing” “Derek is fun, he is always with me. WE STICK TOGETHER”
“Autism means that the mind of the person works different. They are special, they don’t do things like we do. They do things different” Do you and Derek go to school together? “Yes, we go to Sawgrass Elementary. We have lots of fun at school” Do your friends at school ask you about your brother? What do they ask?
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What do you tell them? “I answered because he is a special VIP (very important person)” What do you wish for Derek in the future? “My plans for the future are for Derek to talk and for him to become very famous playing the drums. He is good at playing the drums. I LOVE MY BROTHER VERY MUCH, MORE THAN I LOVE MY VIDEO GAMES”
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“Yes. Sometimes they asked me why is he doing that? Or questions like that.”
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What Exactly Is Plasticity? How Can It Benefit My Child?
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By Dr Conde Plasticity is the lifelong ability of the brain to reorganize neural pathways based on new experiences. This is profound when pertaining to children with developmental delays in the sense that areas of slowed processing can literally increase in size physically and functionally. Only about 50% of the central and peripheral nervous system is “hardwired” or genetically predetermined. That means 50% of the nervous system is modifiable or changeable according to environmental stimuli. Plastic is a Greek word meaning “molded” or “formed”. When applied to the brain this literally means that the brain can be molded or changed according to experiences. Historically, it was thought that after the critical period of infancy the brain did not change. This has been overwhelmingly disproven. At the cellular level, we know that plasticity can be induced via specific neurological stimulation, oxygenation, and the proper fuel supply (glucose). The result is a healthier cell with more receptor sites for the neurotransmitters (brain messengers) to dock on, more axons and dendrites (synapses or connections) to better communicate with other cells, more mitochondria (cell powerhouse) to generate more energy, and more proteins to produce important cellular machinery. Here is a schematic of how this process actually occurs:
5-6 cups cubed and dehydrated Food For Life Rice Almond Bread 2 Tbs. olive oil 3 cups chopped celery (or 1-2 Tbs. celery seed) 2 cups chopped onions 1 tsp. salt 1-2 tsp. cilantro 1-2 tsp. thyme 1-2 tsp. sage black pepper 1-2 Cups gluten-free Chicken Broth Prepare 1 to 2 cups glutenfree chicken broth. Prepare Food For Life Rice Almond Bread as follows: Cut into ½ cubes and put on cookie sheet and in oven at 300 degrees and dry for about one hour or so in the oven). Sauté chopped celery & onions in 2 TBS oil in large frying pan over medium heat until soft. Add spices & pepper as desired to taste. Pour in chicken broth & simmer over low heat for 15-20 min. Stir in bread until fully saturated in sauce & seasonings Place in 400°F oven for 40-50 min, covering as needed until done. If you want to cook the stuffing inside the turkey add only 1 cup of Chicken broth.
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D “A” refers to a neuron (nerve cell) that is activated by what is called an environmental stimulus. This environmental stimulus can encompass one or more of the following: light, sound, odorants, tactile stimulation, physical stimulation, vestibular stimulation, and cognitive stimulation just to name a few. This stimulation fires off neuron “A” which in-turn generates a message (action potential) that travels to the end of this neuron and subsequently causes the release of brain messengers (neurotransmitters). These brain messengers dock on neuron “B” and induce genetic changes which increase the efficiency of this cell allowing it to grow new synapses and make more brain messengers (neurotransmitters). Neuron “B” now more powerfully stimulates neuron “C” and because of the new synapses formed can also activate neuron “E” and “D” and reciprocally activate neuron “A”. Therefore from a scientific perspective, activating nerve pathways through environmental stimuli can create plasticity and promote faster processing in any region of the brain. The key is understanding where the deficiencies lie in the brain and what kind of stimuli help to promote plasticity in those regions. 8 - Autism Insider Newsletter, October 2010 Issue
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By Dr PegDun-Snow
1. Art is another Language that is used less often to communicate and therefore is not as easily controlled. Unexpected thoughts and feelings can burst forth in a picture or a sculpture and often form the beginning for insight, learning and growth. 2. We think in images therefore art stimulates the creation of new images and ideas that promote the creative process both narrowly in an artistic way and broadly in a creation of solutions in living. 3. Artwork is permanent and is not subjected to distortions of memory. It remains the same. It can be viewed intact weeks and months later. Reviewing their artwork can help individuals develop new insights over time. 4. In art experiences and relationships occur in space and are not limited to time. All at once the present time can be portrayed in artwork as it is influenced by past experiences and future wishes. 5. Art promotes more open and revealing discussions as individuals are more comfortable talking about their artwork than having a face- to- face discussion with another person. 6. Art can be used in daily living and individuals are taught how to use art therapeutically to help themselves after therapy sessions end ( Harriet Wadeson, 1980) The biggest advantage of art therapy is its ability to highlight children’s strengths. Following good teaching principles, art therapy supports what a child can do and how to tailor each child’s treatment for developing additional skills for learning and living. In the case of children diagnosed with autism those developing skills have three areas of focus: language development , a sense of self, and sensory integration to help children strengthen their gross and fine motors skills, build relationships with others, and help them relate to their world environment ( Donna Betts, 2005).
Dr. Peg Dunn-Snow is the immediate past-President of the American Art Therapy Association, a licensed art therapist and mental health counselor, and the owner of Children’s Corner: Art Therapy for Children, Fort Lauderdale, FL. She works with children and adolescents with a variety of presenting challenges, including children diagnosed with autism. www.arttherapyforchildren.com
IT IS A SMALL SMALL WORLD This is a computer drawing done by one of Dr Peg’s patients, diagnosed with autism. It is a wonderful example of how art is beneficial as another language, especially for children who are diagnosed with autism At the age of 6 (six), he clearly could communicate his experience in some of the attractions at Disney World, not in words but in pictures.
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Art is a normal childhood experience that provides hours of independent, enjoyable experiences. Art promotes a means of communication and illustrates what children understanding about themselves, others, and their environment. Using common yet personalized symbols, young children draw what they know. Therapy is an activity that supports and helps individuals and families accept and transcend the unexpected “Ifs in Life” (to borrow from a popular insurance tag line) Art Therapy is an established health profession represented by the American Art Therapy Association since 1969. Using art materials often yields self awareness that leads to changes in behavioral, cognitive, and affective responses to stress or complex situations. The art therapist can provide support to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Art therapy is a Masters entry- level profession with national board certification, requiring supervision before and after graduation. Advantages
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