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[-]What ar the earliest signs of autism and how soon can early intervention begin?
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Special Needs
11.21.11, 02:16 PM Flag ]
- Some of the earliest signs are failure to make eye contact, and lack of response or recognition to the emotions of others. Stimming can be a sign, but also occurs for kids with sensory issues who are not on the autistic spectrum.
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  11.21.11, 02:25 PM Flag

Can anyone please recommend a NP in NYC area that would help diagnose a LD as well as affective testing for emotional disorders, etc. for 8 yo ds.
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[-]Any one with a preschooler who has been diagnosed s PPD-NOS?
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Special Needs
11.15.11, 05:02 PM Flag ]
- I don't have one but I do work with many. Want to ask me something?
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  11.15.11, 05:26 PM Flag
- I have a 4 yr old nephew who has recently been diagnosed PPD...just was moved out of a regular day care and in to a school for children with special needs run by the local town in NJ. I knew something was not right with him for over a year - parents were in denial.
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[-]Can anyone give feedback on the SLDC School in Glen Cove or the Child School on Roosevelt Island for a middle schooler with a range of issues--any first hand experience?
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Special Needs
01.30.10, 02:26 PM Flag ]
- I have first hand experience with The Child School on Roosevelt Island - middle school - what would you like to know?
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[-]Applying for middle school for dc that has an IEP w/OT and PT. IEP does not indicate CTT as present school doesn't offer it. Just learned that dc may be eligible for CTT in middle school. What are the pros and cons of CTT class, particularly in UL or Salk? TIA.
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Special Needs
12.12.08, 10:53 AM Flag ]
- Am in the same boat. As this post is a few years old, what did you end up doing and how did it work out for your child?
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[-]Hi. Live in Rye (Westchester) and my son has qualified to received Early Intervetion services. We have to select an agency to coordinate and provide services. Would appreciate any recommendations. Thank you in advance.
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11.09.11, 05:11 PM Flag ]
- You didn't mention why dc is receiving services, but if you are getting the actual therapy from an established center, the agency is irrelevant. For us, DC had hearing loss issues. We were getting excellent therapy from experienced places (NYU, League for HoH) so the agency was more or less a rubber stamp.
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  11.09.11, 08:46 PM Flag

Can anyone recommend a reading tutor who specializes in working with dyslexic children? I'm looking for a tutor for my 7 yo DD.
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Can anyone tell me what the academic calendar is forYAI Gramercy or Roosevelt? Is 12 months really 12 months?
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11.05.11, 03:36 PM Flag ]

[-]My DC hasnt got a learning disability but has other fine/gross motor delays, speech/feeding issues. She is in a typically developing school and seems happy although she is described as "reserved". We are looking at YAI Gramercy Integrated program. There is only one special ed teacher and a para with 16 kids half typically developing. Current school ratio is 6:1 but probably wont allow a Seit but would try for center based services. DC liked Gramercy but dont know if we got in if the Integrated Program is better for her. Anyone else BHDT. Im a mess over this. So afraid of not doing the best thing for my DC--she had a rough start and is a miracle like all of our kids. TIA
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Special Needs
11.03.11, 06:20 PM Flag ]
- has she been evaluated? I'm a big proponent of early intervention. It helps a lot. But if it's just physical delays, why not just physical therapy?
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  11.03.11, 06:31 PM Flag
  - Yes we are switching to CPSE, heavy therapy recs, OT, PT, SP, feeding. Her cognition isnt an issue so she isnt learning disabled
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    11.03.11, 06:33 PM Flag
    - You know about reimbursements etc from DOE? If not, google it.
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[-]Can anyone recommend a psychologist for 7 yo dd, who has selective mutism and adhd. We need someone mainly for the selective mutism, someone who will really take an interest in her case and who has experience with sm in NYC. Hoping for someone who will also be able to advocate a little for her in school, as we are having some difficulties now. TIA!!!
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10.12.11, 09:15 AM Flag ]
- If I were you, I would contact Dr. Francoise Graf, on CPW. If she is not suitable for your child's needs, i would trust her referrals. Also, I would ask Dr. Joseph Nieder, who is a child psychiatrist, UES on Third and 88th. Graf is a child and adult psychologist. They are both excellent.
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  - Do you know if they have any experience with sm?
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    10.12.11, 09:46 AM Flag
    - I don't know. You can call and ask them for recommendation if they don't.
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      10.12.11, 03:15 PM Flag
- dr nick seivert is excellent for anxiety disorders and behavioral disorders.
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  10.27.11, 07:16 PM Flag
- Try the Child Mind Institute. They have a special selective mutism (and also a separate ADHD) program. They're working with my son, and it is helping.
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  11.01.11, 02:54 PM Flag

Looking for an OT who works with the NY Dept of Education and also has a private practice. Any recommendations? TIA
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10.31.11, 10:21 AM Flag ]

[-]Has anyone used Dr. Gail Goldman for a neuropsych eval? If yes, any feedback?
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10.27.11, 07:01 PM Flag ]
- never heard of here. i hightly suggest going on the ybm special needs board.
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  10.27.11, 07:13 PM Flag
  - sorry typing from phone
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    10.27.11, 07:14 PM Flag
- I have more recs if you want them
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  - thx
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[-]i'm trying to find a plastic board with bumps on it that ots use in sensory gyms with soap etc. someone recommended a site, but they do not carry what i am looking for. does anyone know what i would even call this? tia.
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Special Needs
10.26.11, 08:11 AM Flag ]
- I'm assuming you know how to use Google?
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[-]where can i find a plastic board with the bumps on it that ots use in sensory gyms with soap, shaving cream etc. tia.
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Special Needs
10.26.11, 05:14 AM Flag ]
- Southpaw Enterprises has a lot of supplies like that.
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  10.26.11, 05:28 AM Flag
  - thank you! any others that you may know of? do you know what this board would be called? TIA.
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    10.26.11, 07:17 AM Flag
    - i don't. touch sensory stimulation board something or other thing?
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[-]are there any schools in manhattan that are similar to hasc (hebrew academy of special children) in brooklyn?
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10.22.11, 04:37 PM Flag ]
- Hasc doesn't really have a school it has a dayhab and group homes. What are you looking for?
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  10.22.11, 04:44 PM Flag
  - hasc has a school in brooklyn on rumson avenue. i am looking for a place that is similar to that in manhattan.
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    10.22.11, 04:45 PM Flag
    - Not the same, but look into Rebecca school and Aaron school
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are there any schools in manhattan that are similar to hasc (hebrew academy of special children) in brooklyn?
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[-]we're moving to long island. nassau county. i am looking for PRIVATE practices with occupational therapists, speech and physical therapists as well as maybe special instruction. in the city it is "normal" to find these services. i would like to root out all the inexperienced therapists and really find the "right" people that can help my twins. i have amazing insurance. please any leads would be helpful! tia.
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- ya think nassau county is like the Congo...you will fit in well I am afraid..lmao.
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[-]Any book recommendations on parenting a SN kid and a typical kid?
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Special Needs
10.11.11, 10:33 AM Flag ]
- Leo the late bloomer is great for kids with delays.
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  10.11.11, 10:48 AM Flag
  - or any kid for that matter...
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    10.11.11, 10:57 AM Flag
- Op here- sorry, wasn't clear. Any book recommendations for the grown-ups? But thanks for the Leo rec, will be sure to check it out!
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  10.17.11, 06:28 PM Flag

[-]Has anyone used a chiropractor for autism? I read all these great results on the web, but have not me anyone in person. If it works, I'd give it a try.
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Special Needs
10.13.11, 08:55 AM Flag ]
- a chiropractor for autism? That sounds f-ed up.
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  10.13.11, 09:52 AM Flag
- Sounds ridiculous. I would not believe for a minute.
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[-]HELP! What is dyadic therapy and does anyone have any recommendations for good therapists and type of therapists these people are. It was suggested for me to take one of my 16 month old twins for dyadic therapy. TIA!
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Special Needs
10.11.11, 07:31 PM Flag ]
- Dyadic therapy is for mom and baby. It is a two person parent infant child therapy. St Lukes is a really ugly setting but the Parent Infant Child program there is excellent......I am a therapist and they are the best.
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  10.11.11, 08:15 PM Flag
- Google floor-time and theraplay. Try not to panic about references to use with asd kids.
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UrbanBaby Asks...

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Some of the earliest signs are failure to make eye contact, and lack of response or recognition to the emotions of others. Stimming can be a sign, but also occurs for kids with sensory issues who are not on the autistic spectrum.

I don't have one but I do work with many. Want to ask me something?

I have a 4 yr old nephew who has recently been diagnosed PPD...just was moved out of a regular day care and in to a school for children with special needs run by the local town in NJ. I knew something was not right with him for over a year - parents were in denial.

I have first hand experience with The Child School on Roosevelt Island - middle school - what would you like to know?

Am in the same boat. As this post is a few years old, what did you end up doing and how did it work out for your child?

has she been evaluated? I'm a big proponent of early intervention. It helps a lot. But if it's just physical delays, why not just physical therapy?

Yes we are switching to CPSE, heavy therapy recs, OT, PT, SP, feeding. Her cognition isnt an issue so she isnt learning disabled

You know about reimbursements etc from DOE? If not, google it.

If I were you, I would contact Dr. Francoise Graf, on CPW. If she is not suitable for your child's needs, i would trust her referrals. Also, I would ask Dr. Joseph Nieder, who is a child psychiatrist, UES on Third and 88th. Graf is a child and adult psychologist. They are both excellent.

Do you know if they have any experience with sm?

I don't know. You can call and ask them for recommendation if they don't.

dr nick seivert is excellent for anxiety disorders and behavioral disorders.

Try the Child Mind Institute. They have a special selective mutism (and also a separate ADHD) program. They're working with my son, and it is helping.

never heard of here. i hightly suggest going on the ybm special needs board.

sorry typing from phone

I have more recs if you want them

thx

I'm assuming you know how to use Google?

Southpaw Enterprises has a lot of supplies like that.

thank you! any others that you may know of? do you know what this board would be called? TIA.

i don't. touch sensory stimulation board something or other thing?

Hasc doesn't really have a school it has a dayhab and group homes. What are you looking for?

hasc has a school in brooklyn on rumson avenue. i am looking for a place that is similar to that in manhattan.

Not the same, but look into Rebecca school and Aaron school

ya think nassau county is like the Congo...you will fit in well I am afraid..lmao.

Leo the late bloomer is great for kids with delays.

or any kid for that matter...

Op here- sorry, wasn't clear. Any book recommendations for the grown-ups? But thanks for the Leo rec, will be sure to check it out!

a chiropractor for autism? That sounds f-ed up.

Sounds ridiculous. I would not believe for a minute.

Dyadic therapy is for mom and baby. It is a two person parent infant child therapy. St Lukes is a really ugly setting but the Parent Infant Child program there is excellent......I am a therapist and they are the best.

Google floor-time and theraplay. Try not to panic about references to use with asd kids.