Alison Gilbert
Alison Gilbert, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine with a certificate in autism spectrum disorders from U.C. Davis.
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Lifestyle & Culture
Supporting Autistic Children During A Pandemic
Social distancing does not have to mean a loss of social support.
Careers & Profiles In Education
Post-Secondary Considerations For Students On The Autism Spectrum
In 2020, approximately half a million adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be turning 21 years old (Autism Society of America, 2014). Over the next 10 years, it is estimated that at least 200,000...
Camps & Schools
Strategies For Parents Of Children With Special Needs
Raising children can be difficult in some very unexpected ways. Parenting a child with special needs can create some unique and especially daunting challenges. Even when parents identify difficult behaviors and enlist targeted interventions, dealing...
Camps & Schools
How Children Can Make New Friends
It is common for children to experience some anxiety when faced with a new situation. As the summer comes to an end, parents and children anticipate the start of the new school year. Back to...
Back To School
Travel Tips For Families Of Children With Special Needs
Family travel involves significant planning whether it be for a weeklong trip or a short getaway. When traveling with a child who has special needs, significantly more preparation is often necessary. Here are some useful travel...
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Prioritizing Mental Wellness
Why do we find it necessary to see our primary care physician regarding our physical ailments once a year but not our psychiatrist or psychologist? And, while primary care does an adequate job of addressing...
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Disclosing The Autism Diagnosis
Should parents of children with autism tell their child about their disability? If so, when is the appropriate time? The issue of disclosure is a complex and emotional process that for most families begins at...
Healthy Living
Strategies For Parents Of Children With Special Needs
Raising children can be difficult in some very unexpected ways. Parenting a child with special needs can create some unique and especially daunting challenges. Even when parents identify difficult behaviors and enlist targeted interventions, dealing...
Back To School
Autism And After School Programs
Research has shown that children with autism benefit from social interaction with their neurotypical peers. One of the many benefits of developing after school inclusion programs is that they can help to foster social skills...
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TONH Teams Up With EAC Network For ‘Fresh From The Garden’ Program
Program provides fresh local produce and cooking demonstrations to low-income seniors in New Cassel Town of North Hempstead (TONH) Supervisor Judi Bosworth and Council Member...
FAFSA Changes Make Aid Application Easier
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Crowdsourcing Finds Most Amazing Thing Ever, Maybe
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Can New York Reach Target Hepatitis Elimination Goals?
The World Health Organization has established the goal of the elimination of hepatitis C infection by 2030. The elimination targets are to diagnose 90...
Empire State Fair To Kick Off Eleven Days Of Summer Fun
The Empire State Fair is ready to take Long Island by storm this summer. With exhilarating rides, mind-bending entertainment, delicious food and unique shopping,...