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Autism / Asperger's
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What is Autism?
Autism is a developmental disorder, typically diagnosed in the first three years of life. It is neurological in nature, which affects the brain in four areas of functioning: language/communication, social skills, sensory systems and behaviors. We do not know what causes Autism. Current research suggests that there may be different issues arising from environmental aspects and genetics or a combination of both. |
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Toileting: |
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- Is your child potty trained like others at their age?
- Does your child require pull ups day and night for accidents?
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Cognitive Skills: |
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- Can my child identify colors?
- Does my child identify letters?
- Does my child read and understand what they are reading?
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Motor Skills: |
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- Does your child make physical movements such as constant rocking, flapping of hands, spinning the body?
- How does your child hold a pencil or crayon? Are they able to write their name legibly?
- Are physical movements similar to peers at the same age or are there balance & gait problems?
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Language: |
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- Does there seem to be a delay in speech development?
- Is your child not able to speak in two-word phrases by two years old or has there been a loss of language?
- Does your child refer to themselves in the third person or repeat words or phrases that they hear?
- Does your child motion their needs instead of speaking to you?
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Behavior: |
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- Does your child get upset if you interfere with a specific routine or ritual?
- Does your child organize crayons or other items in rows?
- Does your child focus on spinning a wheel on a car or truck instead of being fascinated with the toy itself?
- Does your child prefer to play alone?
- Does your child insist on a set schedule or get very upset if a change is made?
- Does my child show acts of aggression tantrums, meltdowns on a consistent basis?
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Sensory: |
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- Are there acute reactions to sensory sensitivities?
- Does your child resist being hugged or want to be touched and tickled?
- Does your child react to falling down on the playground or do they not even realize that their knee is cut?
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EnListen® Can Help:
- Attention and Concentration
- Speech Clarity
- Confident Self Expression
- Relaxation
- Balance
- Hand Eye Coordination
- Comprehension/Memory
- Organization
- Reading and Writing
- Goal Achievement
- Academic Achievement
- Self Confidence
- Sports Performance
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Here are a few testimonials on how EnListen® has helped with Autism / Asperger’s |
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Mother of autistic siblings Steven, age 14, and Ellen, age 8, during first 30 hours of EnListen® training at home, mostly while sleeping
Email note from mother after third day of listening. “Things are going well. Ellen fell asleep while the music was on; she sleeps great now. She doesn’t like onions in her food, always takes them out. I asked her yesterday, why she does that. She said "They taste too strong."That was great and relevant to the question! She also seems calmer overall. Steven woke up this morning and turned and hugged me and kept hugging.I always hug him first.It was a normal hug,balanced pressure. I had him type on the Alpha Smart what happened. He said he always thought about hugging me but couldn’t get his body to move towards that thought. He is feeling connected to his body now and was able to think and do. What a breakthrough. Thanks you so much!!!”
Mother’s email on fifth day: “Steven and Ellen both slept great last night. Ellen went to sleep 10 minutes into the music, peacefully, when normally it take her at least an hour squeezing pillows and rolling around to fall asleep. She also didn’t ask for food before going to bed, which she has always done, too much food. She woke up happy and said “I want to play with my toys, mommy.” Normally she says, "play with toys." Steven woke up happy and had many sentences in a conversation with me this morning. It just came out naturally, back and forth dialogue. He also said, this time using the Alpha Smart computer, facilitated, that he could feel his body.”
Notes on the sixth day: “Steven woke up smiling and verbally said "It pulled, it pulled [trying very hard to pronounce well] my attention, attention.” I got out the Alpha Smart to see if I heard right, and I did. I said “what attention,” and he typed "to my body the music." Ellen had a great day at school yesterday, paid attention, and was calm, which is unusual for her.”
Notes on the seventh day: “Steven told me yesterday in the morning that his stomach was telling his body to get connected. Ellen is so much more relaxed and sleeping better, but still covers her ears when the bell rings at school.” |
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Mother of Alex, age 9, diagnosed with autism
We went to see the chiropractor on Wednesday night after completing the first 30 hour EnListen® home program, and we are seeing some very good changes. The Dr. said Alex was very relaxed and he seemed to have his strength back.
I have noticed that Alex has been very social at school and out of school. He even asked to have a friend over the other day, which he has never done before. He is going to school everyday with out too much fuss.
We just finished 90 hours of EnListen® home program. Alex is doing so well. He is talking like crazy and he isn't just fixed on one topic like he usually does. All of the therapists are commenting on how social he is and what nice conversations he has with them. We signed him up for basketball and he is so thrilled to be part of a team. He went to school and told all of the teachers about his first game and some of them came to watch him play. He has been such a joy to watch over the last couple of weeks. He is coming out of his shell. While we were listening he continued to tell me that the Gregorian Chants are his favorite music. He said that it makes him feel good to listen. He never gave me a hard time about listening. I can't thank you enough for helping us out! |
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Mother of Simon, age 6, diagnosed with autism, after 60 hours of EnListen® training while sleeping
During the first intensive of 30 hours, Simon was saying more words. He said, "I hear a truck". He rarely uses articles. And, I love to hear those pronouns. He got his report card after completing most of the break before his next intensive and he had improved in several areas of behavior, communication, and social interaction with peers. His two therapists commented that he was talking more and a little hyper. He let me read 5 books last night. He had to hold the book, but he let me read each page. Usually he won’t stay listening when I read aloud to him. One book had 3-4 sentences per page. He is sleeping well, too.
After completing 60 hours, Simon has a little more language, is more confident, takes a little more risk, reads more books, and he turns the pages. We have signed him up for T-ball because he is now able to hit the ball and run. Simon is saying more words and has less scripting. I see extended eye contact. We continue to try activities he could not do before to see if he can do them now. To our delight, he is now riding his bicycle without training wheels in our cul-de-sac.
Simon finished 90 hours of EnListen® last month and has had one month of integration. We got his report card today, and every grade is normal. His teacher is recommended he go on to regular first grade and not be held back! We’re so pleased with his progress! |
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What is Asperger's Syndrome?
Asperger's Syndrome is considered a pervasive developmental disorder which means that it can cause significant problems in many areas of the child's development including socialization, behavior, thinking, communication and activities. The widely held view is that Asperger's Syndrome is a high-functioning form of autism. Symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome are less apparent and not usually noticed until preschool at the earliest and many times diagnosed in mid-elementary school years.
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| Social issues: |
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- Does your child prefer to be by himself?
- Does your child make socially inappropriate responses?
- Is your child unaware of how his comments may affect others?
- Does your child have limited facial expression?
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| Repetitive Behaviors: |
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- Does your child need to stick to a very rigid routine?
- How does your child transition from one activity to another? Do they need reassurance that it is o.k. to change?
- Does your child want everyone around to follow their routine?
Focus on one or two topics:
- Is your child extremely knowledgeable and seems obsessed about a particular interest?
- Does your child reflect this interest in a manner as if they are reading from a book?
- Can your child talk for hours about the same subject?
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| Emotions: |
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- Is your child able to put themselves in another person's situation? To feel empathy?
- Does your child get upset over something that is minor?
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| Thinking Aspect: |
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- Does your child have a long term memory for facts?
- Is your child able to interpret other's intentions?
- Does your child get obsessed with a specific topic such as cars or dinosaurs, etc?
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| Speech & Language:: |
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- Does your child interpret things literally?
- Do they understand metaphors or figures of speech?
- Does your child have different voice characteristics?
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| Motor Skills (Fine & Gross): |
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- Does your child have poor hand writing skills?
- Does your child have poor coordination or an odd gait when walking or running?
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| Playtime: |
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- Does your child have difficulty sharing toys?
- Does your child react intensly if play does not go a certain way?
- Does your child prefer to play by himself/herself rather than with others?
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Is your child sensitive to certain sounds?
- Is your child resistant to certain clothing?
- Does your child react to lights?
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