Ask the Expert

Ask the Expert was created to provide general information about the area of autism spectrum disorders, and is not set up to offer treatment or treatment advice. Each month, Ask the Expert will choose a few questions of general interest to be answered by an expert in the field. YAI/NIPD is not providing individualized advice to any person.

Meet Dr. Temple Grandin

Keynote Speaker
2008 International Conference
Visions of Hope and Opportunity

Dr. Temple Grandin, Ph.D.
Professor, Colorado State University
Bestselling Author
Member of the YAI Network Autism Center Advisory Council

Dr. Temple Grandin, author, educator and one of the most accomplished and well-known adults with autism in the world shares her tips and wisdom on early intervention, the importance of focusing on a person’s strengths and the sensory integration experience.

http://www.templegrandin.com/

Dr. Grandin answers your questions

Dr. Grandin - Early Intervention

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Meet This Month's Expert

Dr. Tony Attwood speaks at YAI's Autism Conference

Dr. Atwood speaking at the YAI Network’s Autism Conference,
“The Complete Guide to High Functioning Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome:
Making Friends and Managing Feelings”

Dr. Tony Attwood
Expert on Asperger's syndrome and high-functioning autism
Member of the YAI Network's Autism Advisory Council
http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/

Dr. Attwood is a clinical psychologist who specializes in autism spectrum disorders. His book Asperger’s Syndrome – A Guide for Parents and Professionals has sold over 300,000 copies and has been translated into twenty languages. He is also a prolific author of scientific papers and books on the subject. Dr. Attwood has worked with over 3,000 individuals with Asperger’s syndrome. Here, he shares his expertise on the difference between high functioning autism and Asperger’s syndrome, how to help prevent bullying and one the most important factors to consider when interacting with a person with Asperger’s syndrome.

Dr. Attwood Answers Your Question

Dr. Attwood - Difference Bet. Asperger's and High-Functioning ASD

Meet Dr. Vince Carbone

Dr. Vincent Carbon Speaking at YAI/NIPD Network's Autism Conference

Dr. Vincent Carbone
Speaking at YAI Network?s Autism Conference “The Imperative of Early Intervention in Autism: Detection, Diagnosis and Treatment”

Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA
Director of the Carbone Clinic
Member of the YAI Network Autism Center Advisory Council

Dr. Vincent Carbone has more than 30 years of experience in designing learning environments for people with autism. Here, he shares his wisdom on what approaches work best; what to think about when a child is diagnosed with autism; and what the future holds.

His behavior analytic research has been published in several peer-reviewed journals including School Application of Learning Theory, Education and Treatment of Children, Journal of Special Education Technology, Journal of Corrective and Social Psychiatry, The Analysis of Verbal Behavior (2007), and Speech Language Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis. Dr. Carbone currently serves on the editorial review boards of two peer-reviewed journals: the Journal of Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention and Speech Language Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis.

http://www.drcarbone.net/