<![CDATA[Heather K. Adams - Yahoo! Voices]]> en-us Copyright 2012 voices.yahoo.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:45:33 EDT http://l.yimg.com/ck/siteimg/PP-voices.jpg http://voices.yahoo.com/ Voices <![CDATA[Asperger’s Syndrome: How to Tell Your Aspie Grandpa Died]]> How do you tell your child with Asperger's Syndrome that his grandpa died? You start by reading these important tips by an experienced mother of an Aspie.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Nov 18, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/aspergers-syndrome-tell-10444851.html <![CDATA[Intuniv - Prescription Medication Review]]> Intuniv is a prescription medication used to treat ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in children ages six to 17 years old. My eight-year-old son Sam, who has Asperger's Syndrome, was prescribed Intuniv to help with his poor impulse control.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jan 27, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/intuniv-prescription-medication-review-7705314.html <![CDATA[Asperger's Syndrome: How to Prevent a Meltdown]]> When you have a child with Asperger's Syndrome, one of the first things you'll need to know is how to prevent or diffuse a meltdown. You can learn to recognize the triggers and the physical cues to an impending tantrum and nip them in the bud.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jan 25, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/aspergers-syndrome-prevent-7660250.html <![CDATA[Risperdal - Prescription Medication Review]]> Risperdal is an anti-psychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and symptoms of autism. My son Sam, who has Asperger's Syndrome, was on Risperdal for a year to help calm him and even out his moods.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jan 25, 2011

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/risperdal-prescription-medication-review-7695546.html <![CDATA[North Dakota Winter Weather Alert: Second Blizzard in Two Days]]> A second blizzard in just two days is bearing down on eastern North Dakota along the Red River Valley this afternoon and into this evening.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Dec 31, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/north-dakota-winter-weather-alert-second-7504132.html <![CDATA[North Dakota I-94 Closed, Reports of 100-car Pileup]]> Blizzard conditions have put a halt to drivers on I-94 as the interstate is closed from Jamestown to West Fargo.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Dec 30, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/north-dakota-i94-closed-reports-7499178.html <![CDATA[First Person: Facebook Spat Shines Light on N.D. Election Contest]]> Perhaps the most talked-about political race this year in North Dakota is that between the current Secretary of State Al Jaeger (R) and his adversary Corey Mock (D). Find out why...

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Aug 30, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/first-person-facebook-spat-shines-light-6670736.html <![CDATA[Back to School - My Aspie's Challenge]]> Heading back to school is a challenge for most students, but for those diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, it can be especially difficult. Not only would my Aspie have a new teacher, but he was also facing a new school due to our move over the summer.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Aug 27, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/back-school-aspies-challenge-6670998.html <![CDATA[North Dakota: Second Deadliest State to Work]]> The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the numbers for fatal work injuries in 2009, and North Dakota ranked the second deadliest state in the nation to work, per capita. The most deadly state to work in is Montana.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Aug 20, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/north-dakota-second-deadliest-state-6629058.html <![CDATA[Drive Through Yellowstone National Park and Beartooth Pass, Montana]]> The drive was nerve-wracking. The roads got narrower, the curves got sharper, the drops got scarier, and soon we were looking down at the snowcaps on the tops of the other mountains. We were on the highest peak in Montana.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Aug 09, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/drive-through-yellowstone-national-6562560.html <![CDATA[Online Writing Guide: Editing 101- Apostrophes]]> Do you have trouble remembering when you should use an apostrophe and when you shouldn't? If so, then this is the style guide you need!

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 31, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/online-writing-guide-editing-101-apostrophes-6501550.html <![CDATA["The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" and Its Portrayal of Asperger's Syndrome]]> "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" is a national bestselling novel, narrated by Christopher, an autistic savant. Does the author actually understand Asperger's Syndrome or does he make sweeping generalizations about the disorder?

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 28, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/the-curious-incident-dog-6483928.html <![CDATA[Head Lice Home Remedies and Tips]]> Does your family have head lice? Don't put harsh, expensive chemicals on your head! Follow these tips to treat head lice with products you already have in your pantry.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 27, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/head-lice-home-remedies-tips-6442836.html <![CDATA[Online Writing Tutorial - Numbers Style Guide]]> When writing for the Web, numbers can be tricky. Follow this online writing tutorial to find out when you should spell out numbers and when to use numerals, what to do about ages, and how to "write" time.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 25, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/online-writing-tutorial-numbers-style-6466292.html <![CDATA[Safety Plan - an Essential Tool when Parenting an Asperger's Syndrome Child]]> Have you ever been in the middle of an Asperger's Syndrome meltdown? Having a good safety plan in place will make a world of difference for everyone involved.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 15, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/safety-plan-essential-tool-6358980.html <![CDATA[Top Six Asperger's Syndrome Books for Parents]]> Do you have a child recently diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, or do you just need additional resources? These six books helped me through the most troubling times with my Aspie son, Sam.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Jul 15, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/top-six-aspergers-syndrome-books-6357518.html <![CDATA[On Mother's Day, Celebrating Growth as the Mom of an Asperger's Syndrome Child]]> Finally I know, without a shred of doubt, that I am the best mother I can possibly be -- all because of my son's diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: May 07, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/on-mothers-day-celebrating-growth-as-5982470.html <![CDATA[Family Schedules: Setting Up Routines for Your Asperger's Syndrome Child]]> Children with Asperger's Syndrome thrive on routines and schedules. While it takes some willpower on your part, making a family schedule will help the time your child spends at home be more successful.

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Mar 25, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/family-schedules-setting-routines-5694878.html <![CDATA[Asperger's Syndrome: Understanding Your Literal Thinker]]> Do you ever wonder why your brilliant child with Asperger's Syndrome just doesn't understand a word you say? Maybe you aren't speaking his language...

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Mar 25, 2010

]]> http://voices.yahoo.com/aspergers-syndrome-understanding-5682268.html <![CDATA[Spring Cleaning with Kids: Play "Keep, Sell, or Toss"]]> Spring cleaning with your children doesn't have to be hard. Banish your children's tearful pleas from your home and make spring cleaning fun by making it a game we like to call "Keep, Sell, or Toss"!

Contributor: Heather K. Adams
Published: Mar 03, 2010

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