Hemi-Sync® CDs

The Hemi-Sync series of CDs helps to improve regularity of brainwave patterns and put children into a mental states that promote sleep, relaxation, concentration or energy.  These CDs have worked well for our family for several years and after many requests for advice on how to help children sleep, we are now offering these CDs.  Concentration CDs are excellent for use in classrooms to promote concentration during test taking.  Hemi-Sync CDs can help adults sleep, relax, concentrate and get energized as well!    More

Educational DVDs

Asperger's:  Diagnostic Assessment with Dr. Tony Attwood 

by Dr. Tony Attwood

Dr. Attwood is a clinical psychologist recognized and respected internationally for his leadership in the Asperger’s field. His book Asperger’s Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals is the leading seller worldwide on Asperger’s. His winning charm as a speaker is matched by the knowledge he shares with his audience. Brett Emigh and Dr. Tony Attwood Features in this video include: • A live interview with Brett who was undiagnosed and a separate interview with his parents • Diagnostic Characteristics of AS • Girls and AS • How to explain the diagnosis with the child or adult • Dealing with adult diagnosis • And much much more! An essential guide for: • Child and School Psychologists • Special Education Teachers • Speech Therapists • Psychiatrists • Parents.

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Asperger Syndrome and Employment - A Personal Guide to Succeeding at Work

by Nick Dubin, with Gail Hawkins

People with Asperger Syndrome can find it difficult to work in an environment that involves socialization with colleagues or a lack of routine. However, Asperger Syndrome and Employment shows how success in the workplace is possible with perseverance and with the right support and strategies in place.

Nick Dubin, who is diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, discusses his own experiences at work and highlights challenges common to many individuals diagnosed with High Functioning Autism or Asperger Syndrome . The DVD also includes interviews with Nick's former employers who assess his strengths and weaknesses, as well as commentary from Gail Hawkins (author of the book, How to Find Work that Works for People with Asperger Syndrome) who relates Nick's experiences to those she sees in her work with people with AS.

Dubin advises how to succeed in the workplace and offers practical advice on finding employment in line with your interests, making use of job coaches, developing self-esteem, using your strengths and being honest to yourself and others about your weaknesses.  Asperger Syndrome and Employment is a valuable source of information and inspiration for teenagers and adults with AS, as well as anyone working with someone with AS.  35 minutes.

Asperger's Syndrome DVD with Dr. Tony Attwood - Volume 1

by Dr. Tony Attwood

Dr. Tony Attwood is a practicing clinical psychologist who has specialized in autism for over 20 years. He has a special interest in early diagnosis, severe challenging behavior and Asperger's Syndrome. As he covers the theory of mind of those with this challenge, he broadens our understanding of these unique individuals. This presentation was given to audiences recently in Nashville, Atlanta, Detroit and Seattle. A special DVD bonus is an overview of Tony's life.  3 Hours.

Asperger's Syndrome DVD with Dr. Tony Attwood - Volume 2

by Dr. Tony Attwood

This is the second DVD in the Attwood series on Asperger’s Syndrome. The first is a widely acclaimed introduction into Asperger’s Syndrome. This DVD goes into depth on three important issues; Anger management, teaching teachers, and teenage issues. 

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Being Bullied DVD

by Nick Dubin

Bullying is a serious problem in schools and children on the autism spectrum are particularly at risk of being victimized if they display “different” behavior, such as not understanding rules, having bad handwriting or flapping their hands. Being Bullied describes the various types of peer abuse – taunting, nicknames, damaging property, stealing, and cyber bullying – and the devastating consequences, such as poor self-esteem, low academic achievement, depression, or even suicide.

Narrated by Nick Dubin, who is diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, and featuring footage of his own childhood that illustrates behaviors that made him an easy target for bullies, the film also includes the stories of three individuals with Asperger's Syndrome who talk about their experiences of being bullied.  The DVD outlines practical strategies for parents, professionals, schools, and individuals being bullied on how to prevent bullying. It stresses the importance of peer intervention, empathetic teachers, and verbal self-defense and shows how lack of teacher support, condemning of “tale telling,” or even blaming the victim reinforces bullying. This DVD offers children and young people who are being bullied a chance to see that they are not alone, and will be a valued source of advice for parents and professionals. 30 minutes

Dr. Temple Grandin DVD 

by Dr. Temple Grandin

Dr. Temple Grandin was first brought to national attention by Dr. Oliver Sacks in his landmark book, An Anthropologist on Mars.  Dr. Sacks, through his study and publication of fascinating books on insights into the workings of the mind by investigating exceptional people whose brains work differently, also brought to national attention Raymond Babbit, whose story became the basis of the groundbreaking movie on autism, Rainman.  Temple Grandin is both brilliant and highly autistic - she currently has a dual career as an animal scientist, specializing in the humane slaughter of cattle, and as an international author and speaker, on her perspective on what it is like to be autistic.

Dr. Temple Grandin speaks on Visual Thinking, Sensory Issues, Careers and Medications. Temple describes the challenges she faced and offers ideas on how others dealing with autism can improve their quality of life. This edition includes Temple offering a personal view into her life.  

Max and Friends - Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)  DVD

Max and Friends is a fun, easy to use ABA program that will help your child develop the critical skills that are the foundation for all learning. The program is aligned with a curriculum that has proven effective in helping children with special needs. Though the program is primarily designed for children with autism and related developmental disabilities, all children can benefit from its interactive, entertaining exercises. The box set contains three story books, the parents' manual and the CD of children's music.   You can buy the whole kit or individual components.  More

Sound It Out Land DVD

Turn your child's TV time into reading time! Sing-Along Sam and his friends teach your child to read through phonics as they travel on a musical journey. Each stop features sing-along songs and games to help your child learn to read.  Great for car travel.

This DVD version of the best-selling and Sound It Out Land computer game features all three Sound It Out Land VHS programs, new sing-along versions of songs, two new alphabet songs, an interactive word reading game, and a sequence of all 16 songs from the program.

Over 150,000 parents and 5,000 schools have used Sound It Out Land to teach their students how to read. This innovative program takes your child step-by-step through the fundamentals of reading: letter sounds, sound blending, sight words, vowel blends, long words, and sentences. This program is especially effective for children with special needs including learning disabilities. For children ages 3 to 7.

Writing Social Stories with Carol Gray 

This is an actual Carol Gray Social Stories Workshop. In this three hour presentation, Carol explains the genesis for her concept which is now widely use to teach social skills and other concepts to children in the autism spectrum.  She leads the audience through exercises where they can write their own social stories.

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