Hey my Practical People!! I just finished my book titled: Functional Play: The Importance of Developing Functional Play Skills. You can find it on amazon.com You can purchase this book for a great read on why functional play skills are important for children with developmental delays.  However, press play to listen to some points I discuss in my book. 

Today’s episode will focus on the importance of eye contact and the use of eye gaze. I will explain how these methods of communication can help a non-verbal child communicate his/her wants and needs to their parent or caregiver.

For today’s topic I am going to differentiate between ASL & Non-Verbal Communication. 

Today, I will discuss and explain the acronyms for DECO & DLOFL; created by me, and how to use them in a functional schedule. Tune in to learn more. 

Today, I will discuss and explain the acronyms for DECO & DLOFL; created by me, and how to use them in a functional schedule. Tune in to learn more. 

Today, I will discuss and explain the acronyms for DECO & DLOFL; created by me, and how to use them in a functional schedule. Tune in to learn more. 

For today’s topic, I will continue to discuss Autism. Today, I will discuss a session that I had with a child with Autism several years ago, where I worked with the family to create a social circle for increased social interaction.

For today’s topic I will continue to discuss Autism. Today, I will discuss another “red flag” which is considered an atypical behavior or observation that may indicate the presence of Autism. I will also discuss a technique that I have developed and implemented with families of children with Autism over the years, with the goal of increasing the child’s attention to his/her name.

Today's episode is a quick tidbit on how to get meaningful eye contact from a child, who may have a suspected diagnosis of Autism.