BEINEINU NEWS & NOTES
June 16, 2016
INTERNATIONAL
Building Blocks Interviewees Wanted---Building Blocks, a Jewish special needs magazine, is interested in interviewing parents for an article on the special issues in a marriage for parents of children with disabilities. What are the challenges? What are some of the special issues unique to couples in this situation? How do couples support one another if they have different coping styles or different perspectives in managing the challenge of parenting a child with a disability? What are the strengths? How can couples increase their shared bond in facing this challenge? What are strategies to keep a marriage healthy and strong when you are dealing with the chronic stress of parenting a child with a disability? These are the issues they would like to cover. They are looking to write a very positive article, one that honestly addresses the stressors, but also finds the humor, strength and depth in these relationships. If you are interested in being interviewed for this article, contact
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Social Skills Research Study---Kean University Center for Communication Disorders in New Jersey is doing a research study examining social skills in children with autism. It will be conducted this summer at the KUCCD. Children between the ages of 7 and 12 who present with a diagnosis of autism are invited to participate. Participants will receive 12 social skills training sessions this summer. Focus on eye contact, making introductions, and conversational skills! Contact Dr. Joanne Cascia, Kean University East Campus, Room 104J,
Skill Based Groups---The Center For Applied Psychology in Monsey NY is currently offering the following skill based groups:
- Parenting The Anxious Child—for parents of children with anxiety
- Social skills---separate English or Yiddish speaking groups for boys or girls
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy---for men feeling stuck in ongoing symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain, or substance abuse
- Postpartum Depression & Anxiety---for women
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy---separate groups for men, women, and adolescents females with consistent emotional dysregulation
- Banana Splits---skills & support group for children whose parents are separated, divorcing, or divorced
- Stop Walking On Eggshells---separate sessions for men or women whose family member has Borderline Personality Disorder
For more information contact 845-425-5252 ext 305.
Asperger’s---NJ PAC will be offering a one-week program in improvisation for teens diagnosed with Aspergers’ Syndrome and/or Autism. Students explore relationships and social cues in classes that focus on ensemble and team building. The one-week program provides a safe and fun environment where students can explore and challenge themselves. Mixed gender. Contact:
Asperger’s---The Asperger’s Skill Building Network is offered through the National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey, a member of the YAI Network. Using the latest research, the program offers social and vocational skills training, as well as support for adults diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and those with similar characteristics. For more information, contact Alex Gitter, at
Adult Disability Survey---Researchers at Vanderbilt University are conducting a survey of adults age 18 & up with visible or hidden disabilities. The survey contains basic questions about yourself, your disability, your interactions with others, your involvement with the disability community and perceptions about your identity. If you choose to participate, you may enter your contact information (or you may opt out by not entering it) to receive a $5 Amazon gift card. For information contact Anjali J. Forber-Pratt at: