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Teach about Force Fields Often times kids are not told how to react to conflict. More often times they are taught what not to do.

Parents often feel powerless over the conflict or bullying. When I worked as an at risk school counselor I spent much of my time teaching kids to not take conflict personally. Whoever wrote “sticks and stones can break your bones but words can never hurt you” was not living in reality. Words are very powerful and do hurt children unless they learn how to depersonalize themselves. I thought I would throw out some ideas and then you can customize them for your kids and your family.

Teach Your Child How to “Teflonize” Themselves When I work with a kid who has a verbally abusive parent, sibling or schoolmate I talk with them about visually protecting himself from the assaults by imagining that they have been sprayed with teflon. Most kids don’t know what teflon is so I explain that teflon is a protective coating that is glued to pots and pans so that food won’t stick and will easily slide out of the pan. Then I ask them to stand in front of me and I pretend to spray teflon all over their body....I tell them to turn around and I continue to spray their backside too as I vocalize “SSSSSSSS” and I tell them they are fully coated. So when sister says something hurtful that is not true....they are to imagine getting “teflonized” so that the words don’t stick. Sometimes I ask them to pick a supportive person who can spray the coating on them and Mom pretends to spray the child while making the sound of a spray can “SSSSSSSS.” The Force Field Another fun exercise is to ask the child to create a force field to keep them safe from verbal assaults. Some kids use a brick wall

with a small opening to see out while others imagine a laser field that no one can see.

They imagine that the angry words get disintegrated by the force field and never reach them. Sometimes I talk about a plastic Plexiglas shield which Carol Juergensen Sheets keeps them protected but allows them to see the attack coming.

Next, I ask them to come up with some words they might hear from their bully and they might report that they frequently hear the following: “You’re ugly. You’re fat. You are stupid. I hate you. I wish you were dead.”

I ask permission to use those words and see if the force field works? I make sure they know that I hate using those ugly words and that I do not think those things about them.

I then ask them to imagine the force fields and they have to imagine the words smashing up against the brick wall or hitting the Plexiglas and sliding off the glass or being disintegrated by the laser force field as I hurl the words.

I repeat the words and they stand there and start to smile as I hurl the words at them. After the exercise, they tell me they saw the words swirling away or they watched a red beam of light chopping the words to pieces.

I then tell them to use it the next time they get bullied and let me know how they do. Kids are so good at using their imagination that they come back and share the incredible force field stories with a new sense of empowerment that tells me they have just learned how to depersonalize the words to minimize the sting!

Carol Juergensen Sheets LCSW PCC is a psychotherapist and personal life coach. She does motivational speaking and empowerment trainings locally and nationally. To find out more about her services--contact her at www. carolthecoach.com or call her at 317 218-3479.

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Brain Balance See pg. 8 www.brainbalanceindy.com 317.843.9200 9510 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis Brain Balance’s Program has changed the lives of kids suffering with ADHD, learning disorders and behavioral issues. Our Program provides lasting results because we don’t just work with your child’s strengths or compensate for a weakness, we tackle the issue head on, by addressing the root cause at the most fundamental level. We integrate cognitive, sensory-motor and nutritional training into a highly effective, drug-free program that targets your child’s specific challenges.

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Integrity Behavioral Solutions See pg. 12 www.integritybehavioralsolutions.com 317.514.0442 Home based ABA therapy.

Medley Portraits Photographers See pg. 22 www.medleyportraits.com 317.509.3296 Certified Photographer of children with special needs.

Mika L. Adams See pgs. 22, 23 Autism Consultation, LLC 866.968.3698 I develop strategies to help families with children on the autism spectrum. The strategies address the following areas of concern; academic, behavioral, social, and sensory problems.

The Verbal Behavior Center for Autism See pg. 28 www.vbca.org 317- 848- 4774 9830 Bauer Drive Indpls., IN 46280 The Verbal Behavior Center for Autism provides year- round services offering one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children with autism ages 2 - 12. All programs are overseen by Board Certified Behavioral Consultants who together have a combined 45 years of experience. Tour our center, call us or view our website today!

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A Tale of Two Women Have a career and stay at home with the kids – that’s impossible! It just isn’t reasonable to do both. So day after day, you go back to the office, dropping your children off at daycare and preschool along the way. You beg for time off to attend baseball games, dance recitals and soccer tournaments and most days you hope to make it home within a few hours of the end of your children’s day.

But for many moms, the goal is to be home most of the day with their children. You find yourself thinking, “I don’t want to worry about someone else raising my children”.

You want the flexibility to take time out to go to the pool or the park and to even have the freedom to pursue your own passions like photography and writing. Does this sound like you? Do you want to have the opportunity to stay home with your children and not worry about finances? Do you want to bring income to your family without neglecting them in the process?

Boy it’s tough going through a divorce and becoming a single mom of teens. But then

it’s not so bad when you finally have your dream job! You love to travel and you can go where ever and whenever you want. You don’t even realize how stressed you are until you wake up on the road thinking, “wow, is this my life?” Problem is you can’t quit, you need the paycheck. Plus, in most corporate jobs, if you aren’t willing to give more time, you can’t advance in your career. They might talk about being “family friendly”, but when something family related comes up, well you know real fast what they really want you to put first. And then the bomb falls… the company lays you off. Now you HAVE to replace your income, immediately. Does this sound like you? Do you want to have a strong, lucrative career without leaving home? Do you want to exceed what you were making, choose your own hours and become debt free?

Women Changing Lives, partners with moms and women to achieve life balance and financial security. To learn more how we can help you change your life, call Karen today at 317-828-3061.

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Overwhelmed to Answers

by Janine Shapiro, SLP-CCC, BCBA

Autism Spectrum Disorder now affects one in 88 children — and one in 54 boys — and its prevalence is growing.

ASD is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the United States. With an increased awareness of ASD and more diagnosis of it, more parents are faced with the question, “What now?” The uncertainty of the unknown is replaced with overwhelming feelings of not knowing where to turn for help.

The Applied Behavior Center for Autism’s founder, Sherry Quinn, understands firsthand the emotional roller coaster of raising a child with autism. In 1995, Sherry learned that her 2-year-old son, Michael, had autism. At the time, autism was a rare diagnosis; in fact, Michael would later become the first child to be diagnosed with autism in his school district.

Determined to help her son, Sherry searched for information about autism and was drawn to the evidence-based treatment options that applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy offered. At the time, there were no ABA therapy centers in Indiana, so Sherry successfully lobbied with other parents for the passage of the Indiana Autism Mandate, which mandated health insurance coverage for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Not long after, The Applied Behavior Center for Autism opened its doors and her son became its first client.

So what is behavior analysis? Behavior analysis is a scientific approach to understanding how the environment influences behavior. The term “behavior” refers to all types of performance, not only inappropriate or undesirable actions.

Speech, language, social, learning, daily living, leisure and vocational skills all are behaviors.

ABA focuses on using proven procedures to increase desired behaviors and decrease unwanted behaviors. These techniques can be used in structured settings (e.g., classrooms and therapy clinics) and more natural settings (e.g., playgrounds and

restaurants). ABA has been used successfully with people of all ages, with and without disabilities, in a variety of settings to promote independence, quality of life and happiness.

Joohee, mother of 5-year-old Adam who has ASD, testifies to the success of ABA therapy, which has made a positive change in her family’s life.

“From a child who was only able to identify objects, Adam is now speaking and using phrases like ‘You’re welcome,’ ‘Bless you mommy’ and ‘Are you OK?’ in appropriate settings, and those are just a few examples,” Joohee said. “He was also potty trained through The Applied Behavior Center’s potty training program, which was a huge feat.”

Joohee said Adam is also adapting well to receiving haircuts thanks to the center’s hair cutting program. He would scream and cry during an entire hair cut prior to the program.

“I cannot give enough examples of how much our child has progressed through his therapy at The Applied Behavior Center. We are very pleased with the results of the ABA therapy and look forward to the progress that our child will yet make,” said Joohee.

Once a child receives the diagnosis of ASD, its important to get him or her into a therapy program, and ABA therapy has the best track record of scientifically demonstrating effective treatments.

Through individualized plans for each child and tracking daily progress at The Applied Behavior Center, we see the quality of life improve not only for the child but for the whole family .

To learn more about how The Applied Behavior Center for Autism improves language and social skills and decreases problem behaviors, contact Jenny Lanham, Director of Business Development at 317-849-5437, ext. 112.

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Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu - 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free Chick Fil-A 3360 W. 86th St. The Pyramids Indy

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Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 CR Heroes 10570 E. 96th St. Fishers, IN 46037 - Cancun - 6714 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu - 2301 Conner St. Noblesville, IN 46060 Massey’s Pizza Kids’ eat free w/ adult from pizza buffet - 172 Melody Ave Greenwood In CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free Chick-fil-A Southport Rd. Indy Kids eat free Tuesday Evenings Chick-fil-A 6020 E. 82nd Castleton Mall Kids’ Eat Free Tuesday’s 4 to 8 Chick-fil-A Noblesville Buy one Get one Free Tuesday 5-9 Hellas Café 8501 Westfield Blvd Indy Champps Indy Northside 8711 N. River Crossing Blvd. 2 children eat free with 1 adult meal all day Tuesday Bob Evans’ Family Night Free kids meal with each adult entrée purchase. Every Tuesday from 4- 9 91 Byrd Way, Greenwood in 46143

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CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free Michaelangelo’s 550 Westfield Rd, Noblesville, IN Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 Chick-fil-A 3802 E. 82nd Indy at the Crossing Indy Kids’ Eat Free Wednesday’s 4 to 8 Cooking Greek 12955 Old Meridian Rd Carmel free childs meal 6 and under with an adult meal purchase

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Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free

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Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 Cooking Greek 12955 Old Meridian Rd Carmel free childs meal 6 and under with an adult meal purchase CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free Friday August 23: Dog Days of Summer! Chick-fil-A Avon 10791 East US Highway 36

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Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 Steak N Shake all Indianapolis locations CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free

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Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free from the kids menu 2301 Conner St, Noblesville, IN 46060 Steak N Shake all Indianapolis locations CC Pizza all Indy locations 3 and under eat free Please call ahead to verify details) Please say “I found it in the IndyKids’Directory!” Thanks!

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August Calendar of Events Friday, August 2 – Sunday, August 18 Indiana State Fair 2103: Fun at Every Turn The 2013 Indiana State Fair will have “fun at every turn,” as the new theme declares, and much of it will be popcorn related. This is the seventh straight year the fair has highlighted one of Indiana‛s agricultural commodities.

Previously, the fair has featured corn, trees, tomatoes, pigs, soybeans, and dairy cows. The Indiana State Fair is held for 17 days each summer, yet it lives for generations in the memories of families who experience it together.

Over 750,000 people visit the Indiana State Fair each year for family fun, rides and games, barnyard animals and fabulous fair food.

Monday, August 5 – Thursday, August 8 Traders Point Creamery presents Farm Camp: Growing Farm Hands - Enroll your child for an unforgettable Summer Camp unlike any other! TPC Farm Camps offer children entering 2nd - 8th grades the opportunity to work and play in harmony with nature on an organic dairy farm.

Activities include cow milking, hiking, gardening, crafts, creek stomping, and more! www.tpforganics.com.

Thursday, August 8 – Sunday, August 18 FootLite Musicals 2013 Young Artist Production presents Xanadu - Xanadu follows the journey of Kira, a magical and beautiful Greek muse. She has descended from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, in a quest to inspire Sonny to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time – the first roller disco! When Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds. www.footlite.org.

Saturday, August 10, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Drumline Battle on Georgia Street - The event will feature more than 20 drumlines battling for the DLB Championship in a double elimination-style tournament. It will include DCI corps, high schools, and independent groups. The festival will also showcase individuals and small ensembles from a number of corps. There will be a beer tent for alumni over 21, local gourmet food trucks serving up great things to eat, a number of corps performances, and the first ever 18

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SoundSport event in the USA. Thursday, August 15 – Sunday, August 18 Gen Con 2013: The Best Four Days in Gaming Gen Con Indy is the original, longestrunning, best-attended, gaming convention in the world. With thousands of events, a costume contest, film festival, anime, Authors‛ Avenue, art show and more, Gen Con is a can‛t-miss event. www.gencon.com.

Sunday, August 18 2013 Red Bull Indianapolis GP - The world‛s premier motorcycle road racing series, MotoGP, returns to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the sixth annual event! The race features high-tech, 200-mph motorcycles under the control of some of the world‛s best riders. This year‛s event will see some new machinery: 1000cc prototype motorcycles with more speed and power than the 800cc bikes used since 2007. http://www.redbullindianapolisgp.com.

Friday, August 23 – Sunday, August 25 National Toy Truck ‘N Construction Show The 23rd Annual National Toy Truck ‘N Construction Show features one of the largest gatherings of toy manufacturers of any show you will attend. Visit with companies like Die-Cast Promotions, SpecCast and First Gear and see the 8th US Mini Trucker Show from Precision Model Distributors and auction Saturday at 4pm. www.toytrucker.com.

Saturday, August 31 Playscape Grand Opening at The Children‛s Museum - The design of the new early learning gallery will incorporate four experiential areas for young children and their families to explore. Children will connect to the outdoor environment in three hands-on spaces, including a water table (The Creek), a climber (The Pond), and a sand table (The Sandbox). Each of the spaces will include opportunities for children to experiment, investigate, explore, and role play. www.childrensmuseum.org.

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Autism Consultation

Mika L. Adams, consultant

“Every child can learn.”

“I believe that our responsibility as adults, care givers, and educators is to provide the most effective methods of instruction and support that encourages each child to reach Mika Adams his/her full potential. Progress results from the consistant application of these individualized strategies.

When this occurs a child can flourish.”

( Mika makes house calls. ) 29 Sorrell Court, Zionsville, IN 46077 office: 317.733.0593 • cell: 317.750.0343 • email: mikaadams@sbcglobal.net

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Positive Traits of Individuals with Autism We tend to spend a lot of time discussing the traits that are common to autism and how to “fix” them. It’s always a good time to think about the typical traits and consider how many of them are good, positive traits to have. There are many things that a person with autism can do as well as, or better than those of us considered to be neuro-typical. This is not to minimize the struggles and difficulties that individuals on the spectrum deal with; rather it is to recognize that there are many traits that are associated with autism which can be considered positive. These positive traits can help us develop more effective strategies for the person with autism cope with everyday life.

Many people with autism have an enhanced attention to detail.

They are able to see when something has changed or is different.

This skill is a great asset when attempting to trouble shoot a problem with a piece of equipment or proof read a document.

The individual with autism will be able to find the problems or errors more quickly than the rest of us.

Many have an exceptional skill in the areas of mathematics, music or learning new languages. There has been speculation that some of the great composers of history might have been on the autism spectrum. This is also true of the noteworthy inventors of years past. Think about some of the most prolific inventive minds and consider if perhaps they were also on the spectrum.

Sometimes the good memory that many display can be extremely helpful, then again the memory for everything a parent has said can be a little annoying to the parent in question. One has to be thoughtful about promises made, because the child with autism will remember and hold you to your promise.

Honesty is another trait that is common with people on the autism spectrum. We all say we value honesty, but when asking an individual on the spectrum, “Do you like my new hair style?” be ready for an honest answer. On the other hand when asked, “What happened here?” in a crisis situation, the truth is very valuable and the individual with autism will likely be able to contribute critical information.

Autism contributes to methodical habits. Things are done in a specific manner and there is rarely a variation allowed. This skill is extremely beneficial when working with a job where the processes are the same time after time. An individual with autism will perform the same task in exactly the same fashion each time they are asked. While many of us would find these repetitive tasks tedious, a worker with autism would be very comfortable with the repetition.

As we discuss these skills and abilities, keep in mind that each is common with some people with autism, not all have the same characteristics. It is said, “If you know one person with autism, you know one person with autism.” While there tend to be similarities among individuals on the spectrum, no two are identical. Like the rest of us, individuals on the autism spectrum are individuals and each is unique unto him/herself.

Mika Adams

Autism Consultation, LLC

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866-968-3698

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