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Speaking with Jason Katims of “Parenthood”
What follows is an interview with Jason Katims, writer and executive producer of the NBC hit series “Parenthood.” “Parenthood“ airs on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. Q: Tell us about your inspiration for the...
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“Parenthood” Shoot – Team Braverman
This guest post is by Peter Bell, executive vice president for programs and services at Autism Speaks. Peter and his wife, Liz, reside in New Jersey with their three children. Their eldest son, Tyler,...
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Tune In – Team Braverman on NBC’s”Parenthood”
Tune in to NBC’s “Parenthood” next Tuesday, May 18 at 10 p.m./9 Central. The all-new episode, Team Braverman, features members of the family participating in a Walk Now for Autism Speaks event. Peter...
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“The More You Know” Autism PSA Starring “Parenthood” Cast
Many thanks to Peter Krause, Monica Potter, and Max Burkholder of NBC’s “Parenthood” who filmed this PSA to raise awareness about autism and Autism Speaks. This PSA, in the “The More You Know” series,...
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What’s Up for the Weekend?
Happy Friday, everyone! I hope you had a great week and are ready for the weekend ahead. Here are some ideas … Interested in autism research? International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR) brings...
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Acts of Love: Parenthood
This post is by Phillip Hain, the Executive Director of Autism Speaks’ Los Angeles Chapter. He has been an autism advocate since his son was diagnosed in 1996. I don’t watch a lot of television but...
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Acts of Love: Parenthood
The Los Angeles Chapter held “Acts of Love: Parenthood,” on November 4 that raised $100,000. Hosted at the Creative Artists Agency in Century City, California, the evening was a salute to Jason...
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Is It Okay to Lose Your Cool?
Tuesday’s Parenthood Episode explored a very real situation that many people in our community face to some degree or another. We would like to applaud Jason Katims and the cast for giving such an...
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Parenthood: Put Yourself Out There
Parenthood is a one-hour drama that follows the trials and tribulations of the very large, very colorful and imperfect Braverman family. Jason Katims, the show’s Executive Producer, has been honored by...
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Parenthood: The Experts Speak
This post written by Roy Q. Sanders, M.D. on ‘The Experts Speak‘ portion of NBC’s ‘Parenthood‘ blog. Tune in on Tuesday night at 10/9c. After our son Frankie was diagnosed with Autism we were...
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Parenthood – “Damage Control”
On this week’s episode “Damage Control” of Parenthood, Haddie invites her friend Alex over for dinner. When he arrives at Adam and Kristina’s, he is immediately faced with Max’s honesty. Have you ever...
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Parenthood – “A House Divided”
On this week’s episode, “A House Divided,” of Parenthood, Zeek takes Max on a camping trip; it’s a Braverman family tradition.While Adam and Kristina are nervous that Max being outside of his normal...
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The Experts Speak – Episode 215: Just Go Home
For the “Just Go Home,” episode recap, visit here. Asperger’s syndrome and keeping secrets – isn’t this an oxymoron? In this episode, Max quite naturally (and without malice) reveals a secret that his...
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Parenthood and Learning to Let Go
Episode 216: Amazing Andy and His Wonderful World of Bugs gave us a lot to think about this week. We can discuss the pressure and stress of planning a birthday party or even Max’s meltdown when Gaby...
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The Void a Therapist Can Leave
This week on Parenthood, ‘Do Not Sleep with Your Autistic Nephew’s Therapist,’ Adam and Kristina are dealt a huge blow when Gaby, Max’s behavioral therapist, gives notice that she can no longer work...
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I Have Asperger’s? What’s Asperger’s?
We wanted to host a follow-up discussion to our previous Parenthood post, ‘The Void a Therapist Can Leave.’ So much happened in the episode, ‘Do Not Sleep with Your Autistic Nephew’s Therapist,’ we...
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Qualities and Difficulties
This week on Parenthood, ‘Qualities and Difficulties,’ Adam and Kristina sit down with Max. Now that the cat’s out of the bag, Max wants to know about autism – what is it? Adam starts off talking about...
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To Mainstream or Not to Mainstream?
To Mainstream or Not to Mainstream? That is the question in this week’s Parenthood episode, ’Taking the Leap.’ Fearing the worst, Adam and Kristina meet with Dr. Robertson, the principal of Footpath,...
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Script Give-A-Way Signed By Cast of ‘Parenthood’
NBC’s Parenthood is one of our favorite shows on television! We have had weekly discussions on our blog about different topics that the show touches on, primarily in coping with Max’s Asperger’s...
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Experts Reflect on ‘Parenthood’ Finale
Emotions run high in the season finale of NBC‘s ‘Parenthood,’ and Max responds. Here is a clip of Max’s meltdown. The Experts Speak: Hard Times Come Again No More Intense emotional experiences are...
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NBC’s ‘Parenthood’ is Back!
We are so thrilled that Parenthood has returned for Season 3! The Braverman’s left us with many cliffhangers and we have been eagerly waiting to see how everything pans out! If you missed the first...
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Mainstreaming Max
The last episode, of NBC‘s of Parenthood, follows Max as a mainstream student on his first day at his new school. Here is a recap! You can watch the full episode of ‘Hey, If You’re Not Using That Baby’...
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A Parent’s Worry Explored in NBC’s ‘Parenthood’
Here is the ‘Experts Speak‘ commentary of NBC‘s ‘Parenthood‘ episode ‘Step Right Up.’ The Bravermans are having a baby! How exciting! From the look on Adam’s face in the final episode last spring, it...
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NBC’s Parenthood: Addressing the Needs of ALL Children
There was a lot going on in NBC‘s Parenthood last night! ‘Clear Skies from Here on Out‘ got us thinking about how to handle the needs of both neurotypical children and children with special needs. Here...
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Emotions and Autism
This week on NBC‘s Parenthood, Max learns to apologize following the lunchtime situation he had with his cousin Jabbar. Max is upset to hear that not only does Jabbar not have detention, he doesn’t...
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NBC’s Parenthood Tackles Bullying
Last night on NBC‘s Parenthood Max falls victim to bullies. Max thinks that they are all friends and impressed with his math skills, but that is unfortunately not the case. Adam and Kristina are unsure...
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NBC’s ‘Parenthood’ Tackles When Your Child Goes Missing
In this week’s episode ‘Missing‘ of NBC‘s Parenthood, Max’s plans to go to the museum are ruined because both Kristina and Adam have commitments with work. Haddy is left to watch Max, but is involved...
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Autism Talk TV – Ep. 18 – Interview with NBC’s Parenthood Cast
Alex, from Autism Talk TV, got the exclusive at the Autism Walk in LA. He interviews the cast of NBC‘s hit show Parenthood, starring Peter Krause, Lauren Graham, Dax Shepard, and Monica Potter. Max...
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‘Silencing Ourselves: A Plea for Civility in the ASD Community’ – A Sister’s...
This is a guest blog post by Ali Dyer, the Social Media Coordinator at Autism Speaks. Her older brother Jeff has autism. Last night I stumbled across a blog post that struck a chord by Leigh Merryday...
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NBC’s ‘Parenthood’ Explores ‘Tough Love’ and Autism
This is a re-post from NBC‘s ‘Parenthood‘ ‘The Experts Speak.’ Many of us know the feeling of being chosen last for a team or the wish to “ditch” gym. We all know the desire to make a friend. In this...
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