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Treating Eating Problems of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities

New book addresses eating problems connected with autism

A child's incessant screaming, spitting, and food throwing during mealtime are enough to frustrate any parent or caregiver.

Continuous resistance to eating not only leads to malnourishment, but physical and intellectual development become additional concerns when dealing with children with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities.

Curators of National Portrait Gallery make presentation Sept. 20

As curators of the acclaimed Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, Frank Goodyear and Anne Collins Goodyear, were at the forefront of the extensive renovation of the collection’s landmark home in Washington, D.C.

The Goodyears will deliver a presentation, “Revisiting American History: The New National Portrait Gallery” Thursday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Gallery Lounge at Penn State Harrisburg. The presentation is free and open to the public.

Javier Mendoza brings his acclaimed talents to campus Sept. 26

Javier Mendoza, named the best Latin Artist in St. Louis for 2006, brings his Spanish American sounds to Penn State Harrisburg for a 4:30 p.m. concert Wednesday, Sept. 26.

The concert in the Community Center of the student housing complex is free and open to the public. For information, phone 717-948-6273.