Asperger’s Syndrome is a collection of symptoms that is at the highest functioning end of the Autism spectrum. It is a disorder that has recently been in popular media of late in the TV show, Parenthood, and in Jodi Picoult’s newest book, House Rules. Today, our in studio guest is Ruth Bass, an Asperger’s and Autism expert and speech pathologist from Newport Beach, CA. In this show, Ruth talks to Dr. Jill and Judge Pam about Asperger’s in children: how parents can look for signs of the disorder in their young children and importance of early diagnosis and effective treatments. This is a most interesting show you won’t want to miss.
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Adult Asperger’s Syndrome can be very confusing and frustrating, particularly to women—the vast majority of adults with this disorder are men. If you are in a relationship with a man and are perhaps stymied by his inability to connect with you, social awkwardness, or preference to be alone you may be with a man who has Asperger’s and neither you nor he know it. Asperger’s and Autism expert, Ruth Bass is in studio with Dr. Jill and Judge Pam to discuss the signs of this disorder and the challenges that both women and significant others face.
Teenagers are so different than they were 10 years ago. Their morals seem to have changed, what is important to them seems unreal to you, they don’t even talk the same language. It’s enough to scare parents half out of their minds. If you’re a teen and think you don’t fit in anymore, you’re not alone. Today our 17 year old friend, Chloe joins us to talk about what’s really going on in high schools and at parties…when parents are home: sex, random hookups, drugs and alcohol. If you love a teen or are a teen you don’t want to miss this show.
17 year old Chloe is one of the only “normal” teens we know so we asked her to talk with us for a second show. In this ½ hour she reveals why cell phones are the life blood of teens and why they won’t part with them. She also tells you why you’re in the dark about sexting and why it’s so important for a girl to have a boyfriend….any boyfriend. Take an antacid and listen to this show.
Attorney Lisa Hughes is a founding partner in one of the largest and most prestigious family law firms in southern California. Between the clients in Lisa’s office, patients in Dr. Jill’s practice, and all those who appeared before Judge Pam in court the three gals had a lot to discuss. How do you make a decision as difficult as divorce? How do you know when your marriage is really and truly over? There is so much to consider—both emotionally and financially—when making this crucial decision. Should you take the step now, wait a little longer, get some professional help? We discuss all the options.
Maybe you’ve made the decision to divorce or maybe you just want more information about what you can expect financially and with custody/visitation if you do take that step. Remember: a knowledgeable person is an empowered person and we’re all about empowerment. Dr. Jill and Judge Pam ask attorney Lisa Hughes to list the important questions you should ask your divorce lawyer as well as the type of answers you should expect. With fear and uncertainty running rampant—and perhaps your soon-to-be ex making threats about losing your home, your children, and his thinking he can decide how much alimony and child support he gives you—it’s reassuring to hear the real answers about how the divorce process works.
If you’ve been married for quite a while, the idea of being ‘alone’ is daunting. How will you survive financially? Do you have to uproot your kids? Will your children hate you? What if you’ve been married to an unkind person or he had addiction issues? How do you co-parent with him? Are your children emotionally and physically safe with him? How do you deal in the day-to-day activities of being a woman and mom? How do you grieve the loss of such an important relationship and regain your self-worth? Attorney Lisa Hughes, Dr. Jill and Judge Pam have the roadmap for you.