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2009 ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Conferences
Registration is Open!
Level I Clinician Seminar at Autism One
May 21 - 22, 2009
Chicago
ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Regional Conference
June 13 - 14, 2009
Oklahoma City, OK
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ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Regional Conference
Sep. 12 - 13, 2009 St Paul, MN
Fall ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Conference
Oct 8 - 11, Dallas, TX
 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR OKLAHOMA CITY
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Gf/CF Pitfalls
Solutions for Common Mistakes
 Dietary intervention is a cornerstone of a Defeat Autism Now! approach, and there is convincing empirical evidence that special diets help many with autism. A group of parent leaders who successfully implemented diets for their children compiled the following information and suggestions. These include references, resources, and links to aid parents as they begin exploring effective, evidence-based treatments. |
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The Autism Research Institute collaborates with the following international autism groups:
Defeat Autism Now! - Europe
(headquartered in Bologna, Italy)
Canada
 France
Mexico
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About the ARI E-Newsletter:
This newsletter is compiled, written, and edited by ARI parents, and we welcome your input. If you have questions you would like answered, a story you would like to submit, or an idea for something you would like to see discussed or explained, please contact us.
Contributing Editor:
Technical Support:
Denise Fulton
Additional Assistance: ARI maintains a toll-free line with information, contacts, and access to resources available through the Autism Research Institute. Call: 866.366.3361 | |
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From the Director:
 With spring in full swing, the Autism Research Institute moves forward in expanding and summarizing the knowledge base on autism, and disseminating this information through our newsletters, conferences, and websites.
Last month we had a very successful ARI/Defeat Autism Now! conference in Atlanta, Georgia. The conference consisted of valuable presentations during three full days and two evenings. In addition, over 200 practitioners attended our two-day clinician seminars. We also introduced our two-day nutrition seminar, and the feedback from the 57 attendees was excellent. I would like to thank the staff and volunteers for their hard work and dedication, and for doing a truly wonderful job!
At their invitation, we have scheduled a Level I clinician seminar to coincide with the Autism One conference in Chicago (May 21-22). In addition, we are planning a two-day regional ARI/Defeat Autism Now! conference to be held next month in Oklahoma City (June 13-14). Visit www.DefeatAutismNow.com for more information.
If you live in southern California, I hope you will attend the opening of the art show 'Color Odyssey,' by Frank Leo Vicino at the Edgeware Gallery on May 16. See www.EdgewareGallery.com.
Mark Rimland will also be at the show to greet visitors and to sign copies of his book, notecards, and prints. A portion of the sales will fund research to develop and to validate effective treatments for people on the autism spectrum.
I will be attending the Autism One conference later this month. If you see me at ARI's exhibit booth, or walking around the hallway, please stop and say 'hi.'
Best regards,
Steve Edelson, Ph.D.
Director, Autism Research Institute |
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ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Conference Comes to Oklahoma City June 13-14
Book now at the Embassy Suites Norman for $109 per night
If you are planning to attend next month's Regional Conference in Oklahoma City don't wait to book your accommodations at the conference hotel: Space is limited and time is running out to get the exclusive pre-conference rate.
 About the Hotel
The Embassy Suites Norman is located just southeast of the Will Rogers World Airport, 12 miles south of downtown Oklahoma City and a short distance from the University of Oklahoma. Kick back and relax in a spacious two-room suite with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast every morning. Unwind in the pool or work up a sweat in the fully equipped fitness center. Then enjoy a casual meal in the University Grill and Lounge, or coffee and espresso in Caffeina's Internet Café. Printable FlyerWe've negotiated a discounted rate of just $109 per night for conference attendees. You must book by May 29th to get this exclusive conference rate.
Book Now:
Reservations are being taken directly by Embassy Suites - book online or call 1-800-362-2779 and use the discount code: DAN
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| Reflections from Atlanta...
Caregivers share insights from last month's conference
 After each Defeat Autism Now! Conference we conduct a survey to gather thoughts and feedback from the caregivers and professionals who joined us. Here are some thoughts the attendees from last month's conference shared:
This is the best "all encompassing" place for information on RECOVERING our children from the grips of Autism, not just learning to "live with it."
I am so thankful for the wealth of information I received at this conference. By the time I got home I felt empowered and have a clear path of the next steps I need to take with my son. I really believe there is HOPE! Thank you.
In so few other venues can parents of children with Autism be encouraged, trained, and built up to continue this difficult journey. How grateful I am for you all.
It's so difficult to find doctors who actually care for my son and myself. Many just discount what we do and DAN! shows each parent that love and the power of knowledge can recover our children. I couldn't possibly be more grateful to ARI or any of the doctors at the conference.
Videos and audio files from the conference will be available on the autism.com web site in the weeks to come - we will send an announcement when they are available for viewing.
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 New ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Listserv Online Now
Join the Discussion Online
ARI has started a parent-support listserv, intended as a forum where parents can compare notes, laugh, cry, or share recipes and resources--for anybody interested in or committed to the ARI/Defeat Autism Now! approach to treatment for autism spectrum disorders. For m ore information, click here.
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Join our Million Dollar Puzzle Piece Campaign
Now's the perfect time to order your free Puzzle Piece kits and launch an autism awareness campaign in your community. When we raise the funding necessary, ARI will see that important research is done, including the large-scale, independent study of vaccinated vs. unvaccinated children
 Update from Organizer Lynda Huggins:We have distributed 3,426 packets (171,300 puzzle pieces) to 48 states (446 cities) and have already forwarded over $60,000 to the Autism Research Institute. We are not yet in Montana or North Dakota. We have a l-o-n-g way to go to reach our goal of a Million Dollars for Autism Research but our grassroots efforts WILL make it happen. We need everyone who cares about someone with an Autism Spectrum Disorder to donate a buck to get us there. Our efforts honor the life and legacy of Dr. Rimland, keeping his dream alive to Defeat Autism Now! We are going great guns and looking forward to receiving lots of donations from all the Autism Awareness events that were held in April.
Latest stats on the Autism Puzzle Pieces:
Distribution: 3,568 packets = 178,400 puzzle pieces
48 states, Singapore & 5 locations in Canada (458 cities)
We are now able to accept donations (and specify "for the Autism Puzzle Pieces Campaign") directly on the ARI web site. The Million Dollar Puzzle is also listed as a "Cause" on FaceBook and folks can donate there as well. This project is year round -- we will continue until we reach our goal.
Many thanks,
Lynda
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| Events in the Community ...
Autism One 2009 - Change Has Come
Wednesday, May 20-Sunday, May 24 at the Westin O'Hare Hotel (Chicago area)  Actress Jenny McCarthy to deliver keynote address at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 23
A diagnosis of or suspicion that your child has autism is devastating. After months or years of denial it cannot be denied any longer. You are faced with the greatest question of your life - how to best help your child.
The difficult step toward finding answers is a courageous one that can be as frightening as the initial suspicion or confirming diagnosis. It means recognizing and rejecting that labyrinth of Jabberwocky, gobbledygook, circular reasoning, and non-answers parents most often hear.
It means educating yourself. It means trusting yourself. It means believing your child can get better.
 Autism One 2009 features the ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Clinician Seminar, Thursday-Friday May 21-22
ARI/Defeat Autism Now! is delighted to team up with Autism One to provide a two-day Level 1 Clinician Seminar, beginning during the Autism One pre-conference. Clinicians attending will each be provided two five-day complimentary passes (Wednesday, May 20 - Sunday, May 24) to the Autism One 2009 Conference. The purpose of the Clinician Seminar is to teach practitioners the nuts and bolts of caring for the medical problems of children with autism. Clinician Seminar at Autism One - Info and Registration
----------------------------------------------------------  Regional ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Conference
June 13-14, Oklahoma City
 Join us this June to network with parents and clinicians using the ARI/Defeat Autism Now! approach in Oklahoma this June. Licensed medical providers can earn CME credits attending our Introductory Workshop while exploring the latest research and treatment findings. Caregivers will also receive hands-on support for taking the biomedical approach home.
Speakers include:
- Elizabeth Mumper, M.D., FAAP
- Bryan Jepson, M.D.
- Dan Rossignol, M.D., FAAFP
- Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D.
- Julie Matthews, CNC
- Paul Lucas Ramirez, FNP-C
Learn more
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 ASA 2009 National Conference
July 22-25 at the Pheasant Run Resort and Spa in St. Charles, Illinois
Close to 2,000 professionals, educators, parents and exhibitors from around the U.S. and other countries will participate in the 2009 ASA National Conference.
ASA offers continuing ed credits for:
-Behaviorists (BCBA credits)
-Hearing & Speech Professionals (ASHA) -Educators (Certificates of Attendance) Learn More |
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Make a Monthly Pledge to Support Research
It's Autism Awareness Month and giving to ARI has never been easier
ARI's safe, secure online donation form is a convenient way for you to support our research - and now you can pledge any amount and make payments in installments for as long as you please.
For example: you could pledge $120 for the year, and pay just $10 a month.
Pledge to pay monthly with your credit card or by automatic withdrawal from your bank account, and we'll take care of it for you through our secure merchant account.
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