Autism Movement Therapy choses 680 digital for Digital Distribution
AUTISM MOVEMENT THERAPY® Video Available as digital video download at www.680digital.tv
Van Nuys, Calif., Developed by Joanne Lara, M.A., Autism Movement Therapy combines a structured program of movement and music, connecting the left and right hemispheres of the brain for a "whole brain" cognitive re-mapping approach that significantly increases concentration, focus and social interaction in the child. Ms. Lara now makes the series available through streaming video downloads on www.680digital.tv
According to the Autism Genetic Resource Exchange, autism strikes 1 in every 150 children born in the United States at an annual cost of $90 Billion in subsequent research, education and care. Recent studies indicate that bridging the left and right hemispheres of the brain allows information to be exchanged through transmitters that otherwise may remain dormant in children with autism. Autism Movement Therapy® (AMT), the first therapy designed for individuals with autism that combines movement and music, is proving to be one of the most effective ways of stimulating communication between the left and right hemispheres of the brain by actually bridging the two sides of the brain to increase overall cognitive processing. AMT literally awakens the brain by introducing a structured and fun form of therapy through music, dance and improvisation
AMT is a natural strategy for individuals with autism with limited speech and language communication skills, allowing them to express themselves through music and dance while simultaneously experiencing the thrill and joy of moving their bodies and developing a sense of self-determination and independence.
Martha R. Herbert, Ph.D., M.D., of Harvard Medical School, states: "Joanne Lara knows that the brain needs the body to move. In her DVD she gives the gift of her artful knowledge to children with autism, helping them to fulfill their wholeness and their potential."
Autism Movement Therapy is a 5-part video series which includes
LEVEL ONE - Emerging
Simple patterns and movement sequences to musicLEVEL TWO - Developing
Longer sequences, more complex patterns and an overall general appreciation of movement.LEVEL THREE - Proficient
More intricate sequencing and patterning techniques combining improvisational skills with more challenging movement. LEVEL FOUR - Hip Hop
Specifically designed as an independent instructional level. HAVE FUN!
Dancing to the beat using rhythm and tempo skills mastered in previous levels.
These levels can be streamed or downloaded at www.680digital.tv on a daily, weekly, monthly or unlimited number of views.
About Joanne Lara, M.A.
Autism Educational expert, Joanne Lara, and founder of Autism Movement Therapy earned her M.A. in Special Education; Moderate/Severe and Multiple Disabilities from California State University, Northridge and a B.A. in Dance from the University of South Florida. She taught for over 10 years in the Los Angeles Unified School District, working exclusively with students with autism. Autism Movement Therapy, an instructional inter-hemispheric sensory integration technique combines movement and music to improve behavioral, emotional, academic, social, and speech and language skills in individuals with autism spectrum disorders. She has a newly released DVD.
Ms Lara presents at conferences throughout the United States and has been a featured guest on nationwide radio shows such as Autism One, Mind Body Health, Health Radio, the popular LA drive time show, Shrink Rap with host Phyllis Chase, and abc7 Eyewitness News. Joanne is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Special Education at National University in Sherman Oaks, Ca. and has a private practice.
About 680 Digital
California CD and DVD production company, CDDVD Now provides copyright protection services for musicians, videographers, and other content owners that prevents unauthorized access and distribution of streaming or downloadable audio and video files. 680 Digital allows streaming and downloadable media to be sold using a Pay-to-Play business model that prevents anyone from accessing the file without first having to remit payment, regardless of how they receive the file. Streaming media/web casts, web site downloads, CD/DVD distribution, e-mail, or peer to peer file sharing are all controlled, including the number of times the file can be accessed
For more information about 680 Digital, visit http://www.680digital.tv (informational site) or http://www.680digital.tv (streaming site)
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