Ask Dr. Doreen September 10th, 2014

Published: Sept. 11, 2014, 6:32 p.m.

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Autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh joins Shannon for a special episode of Ask Dr. Doreen. Ask Dr. Doreen is a weekly live segment where viewers can ask questions of one of Autism's leading experts. In this episode Dr. Doreen answers the following questions:

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00:13 - How can I help my scripting 4 year old communicate more effectively?\xa0

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11:11 \u2013 As an adult with Asperger's, how can I convince my parents to let me be more independent? What resources can you recommend?

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15:57 \u2013 I can\u2019t find a BCBA in my area (Arkansas), what can I do? \xa0And how can I navigate through an unsupportive school system?

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28:06 \u2013 When should I start to see my word-loving 4 year old initiating conversation on his own?

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32:50 \u2013 How do we help my son with constant ear covering?\xa0

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37:50 \u2013 How can I help set up playdates for my 4 year old?\xa0

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40:51 - Follow up to user questions!

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