1) The document discusses autism in adolescents and provides information about common characteristics and challenges.
2) It notes that 1 in 5 people in the US have a disability and families affected by disabilities face higher divorce rates, financial stress, and issues with siblings.
3) The document provides statistics on autism prevalence and outcomes, such as only 56% of students with autism completing high school. It also discusses approaches to including those with autism at church.
This document discusses children's rights and provides statistics about the world's children population. It recognizes that children need special protections and care due to their age and immaturity. It acknowledges that all humans are entitled to human rights without discrimination. The document contains the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child which states that children have rights to survival, development and protection.
Teenage relationships can interfere with a teenager's life both positively and negatively. Positively, relationships can help a teenager mature and gain experience. However, relationships can also lead teenagers to isolate themselves due to jealousy and pressure each other into unwanted sexual activities. Nearly one in four teenagers experiences abuse from obsessive relationships. Over half of high school students know a friend who has been physically abused, and most girls who experience abuse continue dating the abuser. There is debate around whether homosexuality is caused by nature such as genetics and hormones, or nurture such as one's environment and upbringing. Different theories exist but there is no consensus on the root cause. Drugs have changed over time with some becoming prohibited by law while
David Henry, Carlos Salgado, Guadalupe Fernandez will tour across the country (coast to coast) on bike to honor Antonia Henry's life and year-long battle with Lymphoma as well as to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy rates in the Philippines from 1999 to 2004. It finds that the rates of pregnancy increased with age, from 8 pregnancies at age 15 to 54 pregnancies at age 19. Over 20% of births were to unmarried women ages 17 to 24. Potential contributing factors included living with single parents, having teenage mothers or siblings, low socioeconomic status, abuse, and school difficulties. Decreasing risks included parent-child closeness and parental supervision/values. More research is needed to understand the local context in San Jose to inform effective policies.
This document discusses premarital sex and relationships. It begins by defining premarital sex and noting that attitudes have changed over time, becoming more accepted in Western cultures. It then discusses what constitutes a premarital relationship and notes that not all such relationships lead to marriage. The document also explores terms like fornication used to describe consensual sex before marriage. Studies find most people have premarital sex, though some abstain. Potential negative effects are discussed as well as dangers like pregnancy and STDs. Finally, the document provides seven ways to avoid premarital sex, such as focusing on God, accountability, and setting clear boundaries.
This paper accompanied the presentation of Natalie Flickner, Writer and Speaker, Crisis Care Training International at the 2015 CCIH Annual Conference. In the paper, Natalie shares her story growing up with a disability and how children with disabilities must be included in the work of Christian development and global health organizations as valued recipients of Christian love and healing.
This document discusses adolescence and issues facing adolescent girls in India. It covers physical, psychological, and social changes during adolescence. It notes challenges adolescent girls face such as gender discrimination, child marriage, lack of access to information and healthcare, malnutrition, and violence. It provides statistics on India's adolescent population and discusses the importance of focusing on their health and development given their numbers. It also outlines strategies to promote adolescent health such as life skills education, counseling, and empowerment.
This document discusses the definition and types of families. It defines a family as a group united by marriage, blood, or adoption that creates a common culture. It also defines households and distinguishes them from families. The document outlines nuclear and extended families and describes their characteristics. It discusses the three main points of interaction within families: husband-wife relations, parent-child relations, and sibling relations. Finally, it analyzes changes to the modern Filipino family due to factors like global migration, changing gender roles, political instability, violence, and media influence.
This document discusses children's rights and provides statistics about the world's children population. It recognizes that children need special protections and care due to their age and immaturity. It acknowledges that all humans are entitled to human rights without discrimination. The document contains the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child which states that children have rights to survival, development and protection.
Teenage relationships can interfere with a teenager's life both positively and negatively. Positively, relationships can help a teenager mature and gain experience. However, relationships can also lead teenagers to isolate themselves due to jealousy and pressure each other into unwanted sexual activities. Nearly one in four teenagers experiences abuse from obsessive relationships. Over half of high school students know a friend who has been physically abused, and most girls who experience abuse continue dating the abuser. There is debate around whether homosexuality is caused by nature such as genetics and hormones, or nurture such as one's environment and upbringing. Different theories exist but there is no consensus on the root cause. Drugs have changed over time with some becoming prohibited by law while
David Henry, Carlos Salgado, Guadalupe Fernandez will tour across the country (coast to coast) on bike to honor Antonia Henry's life and year-long battle with Lymphoma as well as to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
This document discusses teenage pregnancy rates in the Philippines from 1999 to 2004. It finds that the rates of pregnancy increased with age, from 8 pregnancies at age 15 to 54 pregnancies at age 19. Over 20% of births were to unmarried women ages 17 to 24. Potential contributing factors included living with single parents, having teenage mothers or siblings, low socioeconomic status, abuse, and school difficulties. Decreasing risks included parent-child closeness and parental supervision/values. More research is needed to understand the local context in San Jose to inform effective policies.
This document discusses premarital sex and relationships. It begins by defining premarital sex and noting that attitudes have changed over time, becoming more accepted in Western cultures. It then discusses what constitutes a premarital relationship and notes that not all such relationships lead to marriage. The document also explores terms like fornication used to describe consensual sex before marriage. Studies find most people have premarital sex, though some abstain. Potential negative effects are discussed as well as dangers like pregnancy and STDs. Finally, the document provides seven ways to avoid premarital sex, such as focusing on God, accountability, and setting clear boundaries.
This paper accompanied the presentation of Natalie Flickner, Writer and Speaker, Crisis Care Training International at the 2015 CCIH Annual Conference. In the paper, Natalie shares her story growing up with a disability and how children with disabilities must be included in the work of Christian development and global health organizations as valued recipients of Christian love and healing.
This document discusses adolescence and issues facing adolescent girls in India. It covers physical, psychological, and social changes during adolescence. It notes challenges adolescent girls face such as gender discrimination, child marriage, lack of access to information and healthcare, malnutrition, and violence. It provides statistics on India's adolescent population and discusses the importance of focusing on their health and development given their numbers. It also outlines strategies to promote adolescent health such as life skills education, counseling, and empowerment.
This document discusses the definition and types of families. It defines a family as a group united by marriage, blood, or adoption that creates a common culture. It also defines households and distinguishes them from families. The document outlines nuclear and extended families and describes their characteristics. It discusses the three main points of interaction within families: husband-wife relations, parent-child relations, and sibling relations. Finally, it analyzes changes to the modern Filipino family due to factors like global migration, changing gender roles, political instability, violence, and media influence.
Organisasi adalah kumpulan orang yang bekerja bersama untuk mencapai tujuan bersama. Terdapat beberapa manfaat bergabung dalam organisasi seperti meningkatkan kemampuan berbicara di depan umum dan memecahkan masalah. Unsur-unsur penting dalam organisasi adalah kemauan dan kemampuan manusia, bukan faktor-faktor seperti uang atau cuaca. Desain organisasi digunakan untuk merancang kerangka kerja dan koordin
08.10.12 Artificial Intelligence and Cognition - Natural CognitionLESIS More UoB
Natural Cognition and Artificial Intelligence: What can biologists learn from AI?
Dr. Jackie Chappell discusses how artificial intelligence can help biologists better understand natural cognition. [1] AI tools like biomimetic robots and cognitive models can be used to test hypotheses about animal behavior and mechanisms. [2] Modeling problems animals face in their environments using AI techniques helps define the problems for experimentation. [3] While robots don't prove animal mechanisms, using AI for perception-action models and problem decomposition can provide important insights for biologists.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang Power Supply Unit (PSU) dan perkembangannya. PSU berfungsi untuk mengkonversi energi dari sumber daya seperti listrik bolak-balik menjadi tegangan rendah yang dibutuhkan perangkat elektronik. Perkembangannya meliputi Battery Power Supply, AT Power Supply, ATX Power Supply, dan Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
Oxygen and carbon dioxide headspace measurement for modified atmosphere packaged (MAP) product. The new GS6000
headspace analysers represent the latest evolution, offering non-depleting technologies at an affordable price. The Gaspace
6000 headspace analysers offer high levels of performance technology and operator ease to fulfill the latest industry demands
for accuracy and reliability.
The absolute measurement for moisture in Process Gas Analysis. The MM500 Moisture Analysers represent the latest advance in moisture analysis – designed to be customised to your application giving precise measurements while providing a simple, yet affordable analyser.
Versatile and patented method of Oxygen Permeation Analysis for packages, bottles and film. The PermMate can also be used for headspace measurement, leak detection and shelf life determination. The PermMate utilizes a patented method
which involves extracting a small amount of gas at intervals until the rate of uptake of O2 is the same as the last test, then the test is complete.
The document discusses water vapor permeability analyzers manufactured by Systech Illinois for testing medical and pharmaceutical packaging. The analyzers precisely measure the water vapor transmission rate of samples using a proprietary coulometric sensor technology. They control temperature, humidity, and gas flows to test samples in a range of 0.002-1000 g/m2/day. The permeability data generated helps ensure drug packages maintain quality by preventing moisture contamination or excess drying during shelf life.
The document summarizes an oxygen permeation analyzer called the 8501. It features advanced digital electronics, automated test routines, data logging capabilities, and accuracy traceable to standards. The 8501 offers a cost-effective solution for measuring oxygen transmission rates through permeable films. It features easy operation, with tests taking as short as 20 minutes. The analyzer is compact, precise, and rugged for high volume production facilities.
Modular systems for precision water vapour analysis
of packaging film barriers. The 7000 series offer a wide measurement range providing research grade flexibility.
Accurate, reliable and flexible process gas and moisture analysis solutions for industry. Oxygen analysers, Moisture analysers,
Binary gas analysers & ATEX Approved analysers
This document discusses autism and adolescence. It begins by describing the author's experience when their son was diagnosed with autism as a toddler, including the initial shock and grief. It then discusses common social and behavioral challenges that teenagers with autism may face, such as difficulties with language, making friends, stimming behaviors, and needing rigid schedules. The document advocates for including youth with autism and their families in church communities through various models like full inclusion, reverse inclusion, or partnerships with other organizations. It provides examples of tools like iPads and visual schedules that can help support teenagers with autism.
This document discusses poverty and its effects on children's development and academic outcomes. It provides statistics showing that approximately 15 million children in the US live in poverty, and poverty rates have been increasing. Children who experience prolonged poverty are more likely to remain in poverty as adults. Poverty can cause toxic stress that impacts brain development and reduces neural connections. Common characteristics of children in poverty include health issues, limited vocabulary, low effort/energy, a fixed mindset, poor relationships, and high stress levels - all of which can negatively impact school engagement and performance. Their behaviors may be misunderstood as the result of not having a full range of social-emotional skills due to inadequate development in poverty conditions.
Authors: Dr. Bob Chaudhuri (1), Melissa Crawford, MED-3(1), Gerry V Martin, Anishawbae(2).
Affiliations:
1.Northern Ontario School of Medicine
2.Thunder Bay, Traditional Teacher
The document discusses autism from several perspectives. It provides statistics on autism prevalence and defines autism as a spectrum disorder affecting social skills, communication, interactions, and development. It discusses the impact of autism on education and challenges students with autism face in seeing things from others' perspectives. It also explores educational strategies and interventions for students with autism, including sensory diets, peer support, and individualized instruction. Perspectives from those with autism and their families emphasize commitment to flourishing, understanding different ways of thinking, and nurturing each student.
The document provides information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including prevalence rates, characteristics, challenges, and perspectives. Some key points:
- 1 in 59 children have ASD with higher rates in boys. Common characteristics include difficulties with social communication and interaction, repetitive behaviors, and sensory processing.
- Individuals with ASD may struggle with social reciprocity, nonverbal communication, relationships, and restricted/repetitive behaviors or interests.
- Perspectives from those with ASD emphasize sensory challenges, difficulties with change and transitions, and the importance of communication supports.
This document discusses disability ministry and provides information about starting a ministry to support those with disabilities. It notes that disability ministry aims to meet the needs of people with disabilities who often feel unwelcome or undervalued in the church. Approximately 1 in 5 Americans have some type of disability. The document then provides statistics on various disabilities in the US and discusses why churches should establish disability ministries to be more inclusive. It also addresses common needs and challenges faced by those with disabilities and their families.
This document discusses factors that influence youth, including family, society, media, and religion. It notes that youth are predominantly influenced by media such as television, video games, and social media during their development years. While media exposure can increase anti-social behaviors in youth, positive influences like family, community, church, and religious teachings can help train youth to make good decisions and not be swayed by negative peer pressure or examples in society. The document emphasizes that youth are an important resource for the church.
Hearing Parents Deaf Children RelationshipJoy Cristal
This is a presentation done on September 11, 2009 at the CAP College,(Makati) for the Deaf where more than 60 parents of college-age Deaf students attended
Experience of Parenting a Child With Autism.pdfsdfghj21
Parents of children with autism living in rural areas face unique challenges of raising a child with an invisible disability in communities that often lack knowledge about autism. This study explored the experiences of 26 families parenting a child with autism in a rural setting. The essence of their experience was "making the invisible visible" - constantly advocating for their child to receive needed support and overcoming societal stigma. Key barriers included others viewing their child as "not the Rain Man" stereotype, a lack of community understanding about autism, and feeling they had to manage their child's care largely on their own due to isolated rural locations.
The Unconscious Learning Lies and the Unconscious Teaching LiesLiteracyCenter
This document discusses cognitive dissonance theory and how unconscious beliefs from childhood can influence behaviors and choices. It notes that childhood experiences form the foundations of our self-concept and are stored unconsciously. These unconscious beliefs can motivate people to seek out familiar yet unhealthy relationships and environments that recreate past negative experiences. The document provides examples of how unconscious scripts and agendas from childhood can influence relationship choices and perceptions as adults.
P.M.H. Atwater - Childrens' Near-Death Experiences, pre-natal and after-birthExopolitics Hungary
Children can experience near-death experiences (NDEs) similarly to adults. Research shows around 85% of children who experience cardiac arrest report having an NDE. Common features of children's NDEs include comforting experiences involving loving presences or places. Children's NDEs tend to include fewer features and be more concrete than adults', though some children report complex NDEs. After an NDE, children often display increased sensitivity, spirituality, and maturity. Caregivers can support childhood NDErs by listening without judgment, anticipating adjustment challenges, and encouraging creative self-expression.
Attachment is an emotional bond between an infant and caregiver that ensures the infant's survival. Mary Ainsworth's "Strange Situation" experiment identified patterns of attachment including secure, avoidant, ambivalent/resistant, and disorganized/disoriented. Factors like parental responsiveness and infant temperament influence attachment. Lack of attachment due to deprivation can harm development, as seen in studies of institutionalized children. Child abuse and neglect are prevalent issues with serious psychological effects. Autism spectrum disorders involve social and behavioral impairments. Daycare can have positive effects but small differences were found compared to home care. Emotional development in infants involves recognizing facial expressions and developing emotions.
Organisasi adalah kumpulan orang yang bekerja bersama untuk mencapai tujuan bersama. Terdapat beberapa manfaat bergabung dalam organisasi seperti meningkatkan kemampuan berbicara di depan umum dan memecahkan masalah. Unsur-unsur penting dalam organisasi adalah kemauan dan kemampuan manusia, bukan faktor-faktor seperti uang atau cuaca. Desain organisasi digunakan untuk merancang kerangka kerja dan koordin
08.10.12 Artificial Intelligence and Cognition - Natural CognitionLESIS More UoB
Natural Cognition and Artificial Intelligence: What can biologists learn from AI?
Dr. Jackie Chappell discusses how artificial intelligence can help biologists better understand natural cognition. [1] AI tools like biomimetic robots and cognitive models can be used to test hypotheses about animal behavior and mechanisms. [2] Modeling problems animals face in their environments using AI techniques helps define the problems for experimentation. [3] While robots don't prove animal mechanisms, using AI for perception-action models and problem decomposition can provide important insights for biologists.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang Power Supply Unit (PSU) dan perkembangannya. PSU berfungsi untuk mengkonversi energi dari sumber daya seperti listrik bolak-balik menjadi tegangan rendah yang dibutuhkan perangkat elektronik. Perkembangannya meliputi Battery Power Supply, AT Power Supply, ATX Power Supply, dan Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
Oxygen and carbon dioxide headspace measurement for modified atmosphere packaged (MAP) product. The new GS6000
headspace analysers represent the latest evolution, offering non-depleting technologies at an affordable price. The Gaspace
6000 headspace analysers offer high levels of performance technology and operator ease to fulfill the latest industry demands
for accuracy and reliability.
The absolute measurement for moisture in Process Gas Analysis. The MM500 Moisture Analysers represent the latest advance in moisture analysis – designed to be customised to your application giving precise measurements while providing a simple, yet affordable analyser.
Versatile and patented method of Oxygen Permeation Analysis for packages, bottles and film. The PermMate can also be used for headspace measurement, leak detection and shelf life determination. The PermMate utilizes a patented method
which involves extracting a small amount of gas at intervals until the rate of uptake of O2 is the same as the last test, then the test is complete.
The document discusses water vapor permeability analyzers manufactured by Systech Illinois for testing medical and pharmaceutical packaging. The analyzers precisely measure the water vapor transmission rate of samples using a proprietary coulometric sensor technology. They control temperature, humidity, and gas flows to test samples in a range of 0.002-1000 g/m2/day. The permeability data generated helps ensure drug packages maintain quality by preventing moisture contamination or excess drying during shelf life.
The document summarizes an oxygen permeation analyzer called the 8501. It features advanced digital electronics, automated test routines, data logging capabilities, and accuracy traceable to standards. The 8501 offers a cost-effective solution for measuring oxygen transmission rates through permeable films. It features easy operation, with tests taking as short as 20 minutes. The analyzer is compact, precise, and rugged for high volume production facilities.
Modular systems for precision water vapour analysis
of packaging film barriers. The 7000 series offer a wide measurement range providing research grade flexibility.
Accurate, reliable and flexible process gas and moisture analysis solutions for industry. Oxygen analysers, Moisture analysers,
Binary gas analysers & ATEX Approved analysers
This document discusses autism and adolescence. It begins by describing the author's experience when their son was diagnosed with autism as a toddler, including the initial shock and grief. It then discusses common social and behavioral challenges that teenagers with autism may face, such as difficulties with language, making friends, stimming behaviors, and needing rigid schedules. The document advocates for including youth with autism and their families in church communities through various models like full inclusion, reverse inclusion, or partnerships with other organizations. It provides examples of tools like iPads and visual schedules that can help support teenagers with autism.
This document discusses poverty and its effects on children's development and academic outcomes. It provides statistics showing that approximately 15 million children in the US live in poverty, and poverty rates have been increasing. Children who experience prolonged poverty are more likely to remain in poverty as adults. Poverty can cause toxic stress that impacts brain development and reduces neural connections. Common characteristics of children in poverty include health issues, limited vocabulary, low effort/energy, a fixed mindset, poor relationships, and high stress levels - all of which can negatively impact school engagement and performance. Their behaviors may be misunderstood as the result of not having a full range of social-emotional skills due to inadequate development in poverty conditions.
Authors: Dr. Bob Chaudhuri (1), Melissa Crawford, MED-3(1), Gerry V Martin, Anishawbae(2).
Affiliations:
1.Northern Ontario School of Medicine
2.Thunder Bay, Traditional Teacher
The document discusses autism from several perspectives. It provides statistics on autism prevalence and defines autism as a spectrum disorder affecting social skills, communication, interactions, and development. It discusses the impact of autism on education and challenges students with autism face in seeing things from others' perspectives. It also explores educational strategies and interventions for students with autism, including sensory diets, peer support, and individualized instruction. Perspectives from those with autism and their families emphasize commitment to flourishing, understanding different ways of thinking, and nurturing each student.
The document provides information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including prevalence rates, characteristics, challenges, and perspectives. Some key points:
- 1 in 59 children have ASD with higher rates in boys. Common characteristics include difficulties with social communication and interaction, repetitive behaviors, and sensory processing.
- Individuals with ASD may struggle with social reciprocity, nonverbal communication, relationships, and restricted/repetitive behaviors or interests.
- Perspectives from those with ASD emphasize sensory challenges, difficulties with change and transitions, and the importance of communication supports.
This document discusses disability ministry and provides information about starting a ministry to support those with disabilities. It notes that disability ministry aims to meet the needs of people with disabilities who often feel unwelcome or undervalued in the church. Approximately 1 in 5 Americans have some type of disability. The document then provides statistics on various disabilities in the US and discusses why churches should establish disability ministries to be more inclusive. It also addresses common needs and challenges faced by those with disabilities and their families.
This document discusses factors that influence youth, including family, society, media, and religion. It notes that youth are predominantly influenced by media such as television, video games, and social media during their development years. While media exposure can increase anti-social behaviors in youth, positive influences like family, community, church, and religious teachings can help train youth to make good decisions and not be swayed by negative peer pressure or examples in society. The document emphasizes that youth are an important resource for the church.
Hearing Parents Deaf Children RelationshipJoy Cristal
This is a presentation done on September 11, 2009 at the CAP College,(Makati) for the Deaf where more than 60 parents of college-age Deaf students attended
Experience of Parenting a Child With Autism.pdfsdfghj21
Parents of children with autism living in rural areas face unique challenges of raising a child with an invisible disability in communities that often lack knowledge about autism. This study explored the experiences of 26 families parenting a child with autism in a rural setting. The essence of their experience was "making the invisible visible" - constantly advocating for their child to receive needed support and overcoming societal stigma. Key barriers included others viewing their child as "not the Rain Man" stereotype, a lack of community understanding about autism, and feeling they had to manage their child's care largely on their own due to isolated rural locations.
The Unconscious Learning Lies and the Unconscious Teaching LiesLiteracyCenter
This document discusses cognitive dissonance theory and how unconscious beliefs from childhood can influence behaviors and choices. It notes that childhood experiences form the foundations of our self-concept and are stored unconsciously. These unconscious beliefs can motivate people to seek out familiar yet unhealthy relationships and environments that recreate past negative experiences. The document provides examples of how unconscious scripts and agendas from childhood can influence relationship choices and perceptions as adults.
P.M.H. Atwater - Childrens' Near-Death Experiences, pre-natal and after-birthExopolitics Hungary
Children can experience near-death experiences (NDEs) similarly to adults. Research shows around 85% of children who experience cardiac arrest report having an NDE. Common features of children's NDEs include comforting experiences involving loving presences or places. Children's NDEs tend to include fewer features and be more concrete than adults', though some children report complex NDEs. After an NDE, children often display increased sensitivity, spirituality, and maturity. Caregivers can support childhood NDErs by listening without judgment, anticipating adjustment challenges, and encouraging creative self-expression.
Attachment is an emotional bond between an infant and caregiver that ensures the infant's survival. Mary Ainsworth's "Strange Situation" experiment identified patterns of attachment including secure, avoidant, ambivalent/resistant, and disorganized/disoriented. Factors like parental responsiveness and infant temperament influence attachment. Lack of attachment due to deprivation can harm development, as seen in studies of institutionalized children. Child abuse and neglect are prevalent issues with serious psychological effects. Autism spectrum disorders involve social and behavioral impairments. Daycare can have positive effects but small differences were found compared to home care. Emotional development in infants involves recognizing facial expressions and developing emotions.
The Lived Experience of Parenting a ChildWith Autism in a Ru.docxcdorothy
The Lived Experience of Parenting a Child
With Autism in a Rural Area:
the Invisible, Visible
Lindsey Hoogsteen, Roberta L. Woodgate
D
erived ftom the Greek word
"self," autism is a neurologi-
eal disorder where ehildren
seem to be enclosed in their
own world. Affecting boys three to
four times more than girls (Beauchesne
& Kelley, 2004; Behrman, Kliegman,
& Jenson, 2000), a once-thought rare
condition is becoming progressively
more common. Characterized by the
impaired ability to engage in social
interaction, impaired communica-
tion, restricted interests, and repeti-
tive behavior, children diagnosed
with autism face an incapacitating
life-long disability (Behrman et al.,
2000; Committee on Children with
Disabilities, 2001).
Although some researeh detailed
the lived experienee of what parents
of ehildren with autism faee (Cashin,
2004; DeGraee, 2004; Glass, 2001;
Gray, 1993, 1994, 2002; Woodgate,
Ateah, & Seeeo, 2008), the majority of
this work involved urban parents.
Few authors had researehed the expe-
rienees of families of ehildren with
disabilities who live in rural areas
(O'Callaghan, Allister, & Wilson,
2005; Seott-Findlay & Chalmers,
2001; Skinner & Sliflcin, 2007).
Moreover, no researeh was found on
the parenting experienees of parents
of ehildren with autism who live in
rural areas. To ensure that the eon-
cerns and needs of these parents and
children are adequately addressed,
research detailing these experiences
was warranted. Accordingly, a qualita-
Lindsey Hoogsteen, MN, RN, is a Register-
ed Nurse, Winnipeg Heatth Sciences Centre
- Chitdren's Hospitat, Winnipeg, t^anitoba,
Canada.
Roberta L. Woodgate, PhD, RN, is a
Canadian Institute of Health Research
Applied Chair in Reproductive, Chiid and
Youth Services and Policy Research, and a
Member of the Facutty of Nursing, University
of t\/lanitoba, Manitoba, Canada.
This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of parents parenting a child
with autism whiie living in a rural area. The philosophy of hermeneutic phenom-
enology was used to guide this inquiry, and interviews of 26 families served as
primary data. Thematic statements were isolated using van Manen's (1990)
selective highlighting approach. "Making the invisible, visible" emerged as the
essence of the parents' experience. Parents shared that although autism was an
invisible disability, they in fact made it visible in their constant battles to ensure
their child received the best quality of life. The major themes of this essence
included a) he's not the Rain Man, b) society's lack of knowledge and under-
standing, and c) doing it on our own. Findings from this study may be used to
guide program development that is concerned with improving the quality of life of
families of children with autism living in rural areas.
tive study that explored the lived
experiences of parents parenting a
child with autism in a rural area was
undertaken. This article describes the
essence of the parents' experienee.
Method
Th.
The document provides information from a parent training program on autism. It includes quotes about the importance of sharing life's wonders with children. The goals of the program are to empower and support parents by providing information on development, education, and treatment options. The training covers topics like what autism is, statistics, common co-occurring conditions, developmental milestones and stages, sensory processing, and strategies for interacting with children.
1. The document discusses the importance of family health and outlines several reasons why discussing family health is important, such as that families significantly impact individuals and that many families are dysfunctional.
2. It notes that most people will have families of their own and aims to help people build healthy families by developing good qualities and addressing problems to avoid perpetuating harms from their family of origin.
3. The document provides some characteristics of healthy families, such as commitment between family members, good communication, and spending time together, and suggests that addressing family issues can help address individual problems.
Promoting societal awareness of gay and lesbian familiesBecky Godwin
This document outlines a process for using early childhood classrooms to promote societal acceptance of gay and lesbian families. It discusses exposing children to these family structures through changing the physical environment, language, and conversations to normalize their existence. The goal is for children to regard gay and lesbian families as naturally included in the definition of family without bias, by providing neutral exposure and opportunities for positive personal experiences with these families from a young age.
The document discusses mental illness, providing statistics on prevalence rates in Australia and discussing common conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety disorders. It describes symptoms people with mental illnesses may experience and things to keep in mind when interacting with them, such as respecting their dignity and not arguing with delusions. The document also introduces Arafmi, an organization that provides various supports for families of those with mental illness, including a 24/7 support line, support groups, education, respite programs and counseling.
This document discusses demystification for bereaved teens. It aims to explain the complex nature of adolescent grief and provide strategies to facilitate healing. Demystification involves removing mystery or confusion around a topic through education. When used for grieving teens, it encourages questioning, promotes self-discovery, and helps them incorporate helpful words and phrases to describe their experience. The document also outlines the bereavement process and common effects of grief like shock, feelings, and reconstruction of identity over the long term.
5-hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT or Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that serves a range of roles in the human body. It is sometimes referred to as the happy chemical since it promotes overall well-being and happiness.
It is mostly found in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets.
5-HT is utilised to transport messages between nerve cells, is known to be involved in smooth muscle contraction, and adds to overall well-being and pleasure, among other benefits. 5-HT regulates the body's sleep-wake cycles and internal clock by acting as a precursor to melatonin.
It is hypothesised to regulate hunger, emotions, motor, cognitive, and autonomic processes.
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
Histololgy of Female Reproductive System.pptxAyeshaZaid1
Dive into an in-depth exploration of the histological structure of female reproductive system with this comprehensive lecture. Presented by Dr. Ayesha Irfan, Assistant Professor of Anatomy, this presentation covers the Gross anatomy and functional histology of the female reproductive organs. Ideal for students, educators, and anyone interested in medical science, this lecture provides clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and valuable insights into female reproductive system. Enhance your knowledge and understanding of this essential aspect of human biology.
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5. IN FAMILIES AFFECTED BY
DISABILITIES
High divorce rate
Extra financial stress
Sibling issues
Networking is essential
Child-sitters are a life-saver
Nightmare = Who will take care of / love my child if
something happens to me?
6. “You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus for all
of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourself
with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free,
male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”
7. Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon
or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or
sisters, your relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do,
they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. But
when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled,
the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed. Although
they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the
resurrection of the righteous.”
Luke 14:12
8. AUTISM
A brain disorder that affects a person’s ability to:
communicate,
reason,
interact with others.
11. AUTISM
1/3 of children with autism develop seizures by adolescence
Only 56% of students with autism complete high school
12. AUTISM
21% of adults with disabilities participate to some degree in
the labor force
Annual cost of autism in the U.S. is $126 million (more than
triple from six years ago)
13. AUTISM
Autism knows NO racial, ethnic or social boundaries. Family
income, lifestyle and educational levels do not affect the
chance of autism’s occurrence. The incidence of autism is
consistent around the globe.
21. HOW DOES IT LOOK?
1. Full Inclusion
2. Reverse Inclusion
3. Self - Contained
4. Para-church organizations
22. OPEN UP TO THE
FAMILY
1. Get to know the family
2. Become familiar with their needs
3. Develop an understanding for their daily struggles
23. OPEN UP TO THE
FAMILY
4. Pray specifically for their needs
5. Be there in times of crisis
6. Find ways for the family to become an integral part of the
church community
24. OPEN UP TO THE
FAMILY
7. Outreach to special needs community
- homes
- schools
- residential facilities
- public places
- mentorships
- partnerships (disability organizations, churches)
25. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
1. Gather info about the person
ASSUME COMPETENCE
26. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
2. Share info with others that need to know
- leaders
- peers
positive and honestly
always with permission
27. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
3. Monitor sensory input
- reset area (break time)
- don’t insist on eye contact
- know the effects of touch
28. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
3. Make routines comfortable
29.
30. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
4. Measure time concretely
31.
32. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
5. Close the communication gap
- concrete language
- sequenced directions (one at a time)
- use visuals
33. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
6. See where they can serve
34. OPEN UP TO THE
TEEN WITH AUTISM
7. Remember BEHAVIOR is communication
36. Q&A
Contact Info:
Tammy Burns
Pastor of Family Ministries
The Ridge Faith Community
tammy@theridgeonline.cc
Editor's Notes
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My family - \n3 teens, 1 preteen daughter\n
April 2000 - life took spiraling nose dive \ncrazy # visits to docs, therapists, -ologists (not gynocologist)\nthing called autism entered our family\nlack of typical social skills\ndevelopment of speech almost non-existent (18 months, no mama, dada, no words)\nin a way appeared deaf\nDiagnosis rocked my world\nRide home, suddenly overwhelmed with weight of my new reality\nout of body exper. - saw myself seated in front of doctor - nodding - trying to hear above the ROAR of emotions inside my head\nprognosis of never and always\nmonths went by - better understanding of what doc had been saying\ncrushed - dreams for my son stolen\nnot something that was going to go away - lifelong diagnosis - 24 hours a day, everyday\nyear - one of lowest and darkest in my life\nfound myself experiencing days - felt literally drowning\nbarely catching breath from yesterday, only to face another day\nSomething I didn’t anticipate - but came to learn - increasingly difficult for our family to fit in anywhere - belong to any type of community\nplaygrounds, bday parties, school - didn’t fit in\nnew reality - church became a luxury\nnothing else in life was like I thought - but surely God and His people would still be there\nFor a while this is what my Sunday would look like - \nGet up and struggle to get Jared (and everyone else ready) little longer with child with disability\nbut we do it - go to church - drop off my child\n15 min later asked to come and get him - can’t handle him, don’t have training for that, can take him with you, maybe there is another church\nAs a child of a children’s pastor - grew up in church - been a Jesus follower for many, many years\nAnd I began struggling with ALL of this\nI wanted to walk away from church, Jesus, Christians, ALL of it\nEasier to stay home, than to go to a church\nHave you ever thought what would happen, how you would feel if you were asked to leave a church because of your child?\nKept asking... is this what Jesus, the Jesus I thought I knew would have done?\nWould he have said, GO AWAY - can’t handle that\nThese people claimed they loved Jesus and followed his ways - but they didn’t show that to me -deep hurt\nNot just that church -attempted many, many churches\nNot just my story - story of most families I speak to that have attempted to attend a church\n\n\n\n
20%\n45 million people\nEveryone of those people come with a family\nEstimate that 95% of people with disabilities are unchurched\n
1 - maybe as high as 85%\nlots of single parents\n2 - not covered by insurance\n3 - difficult time adjust / belonging\n4 - in order to feel you are not alone\nDoes God / Scripture address this at all?\n
In Galatians 3 - Paul says\nPaul saying - no one is left out of the Gospel\nRacial, economic, gender barriers and ALL other inequalities SHOULD NOT exist in the kingdom J came to usher in\nCentral part of Good news\nWhat about Jesus?\n\n
Luke 14:12\nA reading of the gospel accounts of J, puts center stage - ordinary people, poor people, disreputable people, and disabled people\nNever to embarrass or shame - never as a spectacle. Compassionate - not condescending\nReligious people were bothered that J spent time with “those” people\nJ over and over again chooses to spend time with those that religion shuns\nSo what would our churches - our youth ministries look like if we took the words of God and the words of Jesus literally?\nGive you some specific info on autism and then some practical and concrete ways you can open the doors in your faith community / youth ministry\n
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A is a spectrum disorder - that affects individuals differently.\nThe characteristics of autism can present themselves in a wide variety of combos\nfrom mild to severe - very different\nincludes autism, asperger’s, childhood disintegrative disorder, rett’s disorder, pdd (pdd-nos)\n
According to the latest numbers from the CDC\n\nFastest growing developmental (present at birth) disability\n4 to 5 times more common in boys\n
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Language spectrum - \nsome never speak, noises, sign language, communication device, ipad apps, pix symbols, speech)\nvoice volume, rhythm, intonation may be different\nnot able to read “in head”\nmay be “overly honest” in what they say (Jack music) - bad breath, ugly sweater - no filter\nvery concrete language \n
Social difficulties\n2 responses (isolation or plow right in the middle)\nbecause analyzing person’s face and body language is difficult - causes friendship problems - can’t read common social cues - space issues\ndifficulty with eye contact - may appear to be ignoring when you talk to them\n
describes repetitive behaviors that teens with autism will do to soothe themselves -\nsee in stressful situations to CALM \nrocking, tapping table of objects, rubbing an object -- sense of control\nimportant to recognize - hitting table may indicate stress not trying to be obnoxious\n
often amazed by one particular subject\nmay have studied, read, watched\nfind they talk about it all the time - EXPERT\ncars, vacuums\n\n
Teens going through lots of changes and range of emotions - most teens have difficulty managing these\nGet overstimulated - over excited - over anxious may act out\ncry, scream, hit, laugh uncontrollably - teen equivalent to temper tantrum (I’m tired don’t know how to express) I’m stressed out and don’t know how to express\nmany can’t communicate emotions like anger, frustration, hurt in socially acceptable ways - so end up expressing themselves in socially inappropriate ways\nIf seems directed at you - don’t take it personal\n\n
World that doesn’t function like they do - chaos - looking for control\nLike to do things exactly the same way at the same time each day\nWill not / can not make spontaneous decisions regarding their schedule \nuncomfortable with sudden changes\nChanges to routine and schedule source of stress that could lead to acting out\n
1 - completely integrated in whatever there is for their age group, may have support\n2 - separate space, bring those with disabilities (neurotypical) in to space with them, may have support\n3 - self-contained = only those with disabilities and leader/support\n4 - para church = YL Capernaum\nCan have variety \nDo need more volunteers to help support (pull different source)\nAND great way for teens to serve others - go beyond consumerism and gain so much more\n
1. call, email, meet\n2. ask questions - how can we be supportive of your teen’s needs\n3. \n
4. ask what they are\n5. medical emergencies / procedures are frequent\nloss of healthcare benefits \nloss of caretaking services\nthese teens can’t stay home by themselves\nproblems at school and home common\non going worry - How will I continue to care for my child? Who will care for / love my child when I am not here (pravalent when child is in teen years)\n6. Care taking so parents can attend church functions - sunday morning participation\n
Word of mouth that your church cares\nGO\n1. offer support there\n2. volunteer, donate supplies\n3. volunteer, host fun activities (dance, easter egg hunt)\n4. support groups (local coffee shop)\n5. assist in attending school meetings, health services, state systems, court guardianship meetings\n6. U of Washington Autism Center, Seattle Autism Guild, autism society\n\n
Remember that they are a PERSON first - not a disability\nassume competence (assume they understand everything you say)\nneed to know things like - are they are runner? allergies? bathroom? things that set off behaviors? things they like? things that help calm? emergency meds, seizures?\ncall parents - set up meeting\npositively communicate that you want to know about their teen and how to best meet his/her needs - language makes all the difference\nASK permission to share\n
not just youth leaders (who else needs to know? lead pastor, depends of how youth set up)\nStory SUE - some maybe hearing my friend sue - mom and dad gave permission to tell she has autism - sometimes sounds or itchy tags in clothing really bother her, glad she is in my cheering section today \nremember this is confidential info - ASK permission to share so to help JOE love God and others - \nOne page info - use positive and honest language\nshare with family and when appropriate teen FIRST\n\n2 - peers\nhelp them learn and accept individual as part of the group\npresent info with teen with autism present -communicates can openly discuss\nletter home - get permission\ngreat way to serve, teach lesson what God has to say about others that are different - chance to live that out\nencourage friendships\nkeep communicating - \n\n3) share info with teen with autism - info to help them succeed - when you don’t give your friends a chance to talk - makes them sad - take turns with them\nACCURATE info stated positively and honestly is POWERFUL - ie sensitive to loud noise, middle of worship microphone squeals - teen covers ears and screams - not labeled problem child, bad parents\n\n
hightened senses - smell, hearing,(headphones might be needed at times) taste, touch, sight (lights)\nReset area - to reset senses - prayer room, cry room, some space with limited sounds, few people, few decorations (even a bathroom)\nsenses are overwhelmed remove sensory input\nLet teen know the place is available\ncould even have a small box of calming items (fidget toy, rocking chair) kept there \nbreak time - not time out\nnot punishment - anxiety is seen (moving a lot, high pitch noises, etc.) ask “do you need a break” - under supervision\n2 - eye contact - visual input often = no auditory input\n3 - touch - person is upset - not the time to talk to, look at, or touch them - wait until calm\n\n
Rely on to process the day and control the chaos of the world\nprinted order of service (have one for sound team, worship team, use that)\nsticky notes (to do, done)\nlist (words or pixs) cross off\nipad, itouch apps\n\n
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concrete language\nI’ll see you in a while versus see you in 30 mins, 2 weeks\nStory - JOE - social rules around phone use - many phone calls within hour - ended conversation with talk to you later - I mean sometime - he called back in 10 minutes - cycle - now say call again tomorrow\nTime Timer\nor verbal countdown - 5 mins, 2 mins, 1 min\nif sudden/unexpected change - use written or spoken word to indicate altered plan (I need to alter this - “new and improved”\n \n
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story - under the weather\ndirections one step at a time - document out in words or pixs if needed\nNIrV bible helpful - 4th grade reading level\nuse visuals to reinforce what you say - think in pixs - use writing or drawing\nStory - teen asking when is mom coming over and over again - write on paper - point to when they ask\nVisuals help with behaviors \nwritten rules (group time, worship time, trips)\nRemember if visuals say one thing and you say something else - visual most likely rules (end time)\nIf visual is not working - evaluate why - teen not participating in worship - using a pix to represent worship and teen was not in pix - very concrete\n\n
a part of the whole\nvaluable, worthy\nnot just a taker - giver as well\n\n
may not be able to control or change it on command\nmeans something - look beyond behavior to the cause\n\n
Asked you - have you ever imagined what it would be like to be asked to leave a church because of your child?\nNow ask you....\nImagine finding a place of faith that welcomes your teen and YOU - place where someone says we hope he/she comes back\nA place full of HOPE\nImagine the lifes you can affect\nImagine how your life can be affected\n\n\n