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Ashi's Gift sequel is OUT! Ashi:In a Class all by Myself.

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 22:26:00 +0000

www.authorannie.com - Children's books for families coping with Autism. Ashi's Gift sequel is OUT! Ashi:In a Class all by Myself.

Tax Exemption approved!!!

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:21:00 +0000

Guess what everybody?????? Hawaii Helps Disabilities received the 501 c 3 tax exempt approval letter from the IRS today. whooo hooooo!!!! time to celebrate a long 2 year journey. :0)

Blog Posts

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:54:00 +0000

HHD is now able to blog on the website www.disabilitysource.org and have it post right to Facebook.

Symptoms of Austism in Adults

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 00:21:00 +0000

Symptoms of Autism in Adults

Autism symptoms in adults are normally noticed when the person has a problem with social and communication skills.

Let's see what are the adult autism symptoms, Language Barriers:

Autistic adults find it very difficult to verbalize what they want to say.

Their speech is often times robotic and may also seem to be rehearsed.Social Awkwardness:

It is very commonly seen that people who suffer from autism, avoid eye contact totally. Making face to face human communication is challenging for these people. You will not see them commenting on socio-political issues. They lack communication skills to a large extent.

Read about behavioral characteristics of autism.

Communication Problems:

People who suffer from autism, find it very difficult to communicate. It is difficult for them to start and continue a conversation. They often do not understand facial expressions, body language along with the non-verbal cues and intonations of others. Jokes and irony is often beyond their realm of understanding. This can cause a lot of harm than good, as people interacting with adults suffering from autism find it frustrating and avoid communication with autistic people.

Adults suffering from autism may speak in high pitches and may also have flat intonation.

Time Management Problem:

A peculiar problem with these people is that they cannot keep track of time. Often they get engrossed with the task they are doing. It is a trance-like state for them. They may require an external force to get them out of that state. There some autistic adults, who will spend hours on end trying to arrange their book shelf.

Lack of Emotional Control:

These people do not have control over their emotions. Sometimes, they themselves are surprised with the emotions they display. People might find it difficult to deal with autistic people. Like children, they may have a tendency to throw tantrums, however, their tantrums cannot be compared with that of a child.

Sensitivity:

Most of the autistic people are hyper or hypo sensitive to light, sounds and crowds. Some of the cases of autism may also display both hyper as well as hypo sensitivity to the same cue at different times.

Motor Activity:

It is observed that most of the people with autism suffer from some fine or gross motor difficulty. This is very clearly seen with coordination in athletic coordination, writing, etc. Hence these people are better off in activities which do not involve any kind of coordination with other people. Running, swimming and such other activities are better option for these people.

Personality Problems:

Although each autistic person is radically different than the other, they do have some common personality traits. More often than not, these people will engage themselves in repetitive activities. They normally are passionate about one or more things. A number of them have a passion for music. They often find it difficult to make and maintain friends. Most of them are cocooned in their own world and prefer activities, which require minimum interaction with other people.

Adherence to Routine:

These people more often than not, are sticklers about their daily routine. They may get very agitated, if there is a variation in their routine.

For more information, you may want to read on autism symptoms checklist.

Other Symptoms:

Some of the autistic people are gifted with rare skills and are able to memorize lists, calculate calender dates, have a wonder hand at drawing, etc. Autistic people may have very strong likes and dislikes.

Monday, July 26, 2010 marks the 20th anniversary for the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 19:01:00 +0000

Monday, July 26, 2010 marks the 20th anniversary for the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Since, community businesses, groups and individuals have made significant strides to provide programs and accommodations for the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in every day American life.

Cities across the United States are celebrating the ADA's accomplishments and re-committing to its ideals and goals.

EOTP is organizing the Hawaii Island of Oahu event. We are inviting organizations, community groups and individuals to join us in commemorating this civil rights milestone.

EVENT DETAILS:

Re-Dedication Ceremony

Date: Monday, July 26, 2010

Location: State Capitol Rotunda

Time: 10:00am to 11:30am

General event follows from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm with exhibits, entertainment and refreshments.

EVENT AGENDA:

10:00 to 11:30 AM – REDEDICATION CEREMONY at Hawaii State Capitol Rotunda

-Welcome/Opening Address

-United States National Anthem

-Dedication Poem

-Introduction of Speakers:

Guests Speakers (Platinum sponsors, Dignitaries & honored guests)

-Recognition of exemplary corporate supporters of ADA

-Public Rededication / Pledge to ADA

-Concluding Remarks

-Hawaii State Song “Hawai'i Pono'i”

12:00 PM to 4:00 PM – GENERAL EVENT begins. Exhibits open to all guests with music, art, and information about individuals with disabilities in Hawaii.

4:30 PM – PRIVATE HONOREE RECEPTION at YWCA of Oahu, 1040 Richards Street