Episode 0004-Autism Talk Radio-Meeting the Challenges of Autism with Karen Simmons

Standard Podcast [ 41:45 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

This episode features an exclusive interview with author, autism advocate, and entrepreneur Karen Simmons.

On today’s show, you’ll discover:

>>> What we can learn from Children with Special Needs
>>> The Myths and Misconceptions about Autism Meeting the Challenges of the Teen Years             with Autism
>>> Appreciation for the Gifts and Talents of People with Autism
>>> Humor is Healing:  How to See the Lighter Side of Autism

Karen is the founder of Autism Today, the nation’s leading clearinghouse of information, resources, tools, and experts designed for parents, educators, doctors, therapists, and those who service the community of those afflicted with autism or Aspergers Syndrome. She is also the mother of six children, two with special needs and all of whom are special.

Karen is also the author seven widely cherished titles including Chicken Soup For The Soul: Children with Special Needs, Rainman, Autism Through the Eyes of a Child, The Autism Experience, Stories of Hope and Love, Artism, Art By Those with Autism, Peace of Mind for Autism CD, Autism From The Soul, Surrounded By Miracles and most recently, the 2007 Independent Publisher Book Gold Metal Award Winner for The Official Autism 101 Manual in the health, medicine and nutrition category, is a simplistic, yet comprehensive How To Guide for anyone faced with a new diagnosis of autism.