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Deakin University, Australia with Tamana Association, India launches the TOBY Playpad Laboratory at Tamana School of Hope, New Delhi

Tania Rodwell14 July 2013news

Deakin University, one of the leading Australian universities today launched TOBY Playpad (Therapy Outcomes by You) Laboratory, at one of the three schools of Tamana, The School of Hope, Centre for Autism, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi …

Aus varsity launches Playpad App for autistic kids in India

Tania Rodwell19 January 2013news

Australia’s Deakin University has partnered with the National Trust in India to promote the usage of TOBY (Therapy Outcomes By You) Playpad App, an early intervention for children with autism in India…. Aus varsity launches Playpad App for autistic kids in India

TOBY Playpad on MMM Hot Breakfast with Eddie McGuire

Tania Rodwell16 October 2012news

Professor Svetha Venkatesh talks with Eddie McGuire about how TOBY Playpad came to be. Listen to the interview here.

TOBY Playpad on ABC 936 Hobart

Tania Rodwell9 October 2012news

Most 2 year olds can learn to handle an iPad. And they can learn from the device as well – there are plenty of apps that help with maths, spelling, pattern recognition, etc…

TOBY Playpad in The Geelong Advertiser

Tania Rodwell21 September 2012news

Time of the Essence: A NEW interactive iPad app is set to change for the better and forever the way parents interact with their autistic children.

TOBY Playpad in The Surf Coast News

Tania Rodwell10 September 2012news

Australian researchers have harnessed tablet technology to develop an iPad app that is set to revolutionise the way parents around the world provide in-home therapy for their autistic children…

TOBY Playpad in The West Australian

Tania Rodwell28 August 2012news

iPad app aids autism therapy: A therapy breakthrough pioneered in WA is set to revolutionise how millions of autistic children worldwide are helped to learn at home.

TOBY Playpad on Mix 94.5FM

Tania Rodwell24 August 2012news

Professor Svetha Venkatesh talks with 94.5FM’s The Bunch about TOBY Playpad. (Wed Aug 22nd, 2012)

TOBY Playpad on Channel Seven News

Tania Rodwell21 August 2012news

Channel Seven News reports on one family’s experience with TOBY Playpad.

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TOBY Autism Therapy

This may be of interest to some in the Perth region :) Robyn Steward is an internationally acclaimed autism advocate, mentor, consultant, author and musician. Currently working as a research associate at University College London, Robyn travels the world teaching people about autism. She is the author of two books “The Independent Woman’s Handbook For Super Safe Living On the Autistic Spectrum” and out in 2019 “The Autism Friendly Guide to Periods”.
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March 08
Our apologises for TOBY being unable to log in (or create an account) for the last 2 weeks. The problem has now been fixed and you can continue using TOBY without any issues.
March 07
When children understand what’s happening in the brain, it can be the first step to having the power to make choices.
Laying strong foundations for emotional intelligence: creating a shared language that you can use to help your child learn how to manage their emotions. #emotionalintelligence #mindful #mindfulparenting
mindful.org
February 15
Reading encourages kids to use their imagination, exposing them to new worlds and ideas. Here are some picture books that aim to open your child's world to diverse stories and characters.
Reading encourages kids to use their imagination, exposing them to new worlds and ideas. Here are our best picks for picture books to open your child's world to diverse stories and characters.
sbs.com.au
February 03
While it often helps to combine the two methods, there are a few fundamental differences to understand before deciding which type of therapy is most beneficial for your child.
When it comes to choosing a type of therapy for your child with special needs, you may have heard that school-based programs have a leg up on medical-based therapies. But that’s not necessarily true. Clinical therapy and school-based therapy have different strengths — clinical therapy is more in...
friendshipcircle.org
January 29
Let’s face it, potty training any child is a struggle. It’s not a fun process, it’s frustrating for both kids and parents and it can be, well, quite messy.
Let's face it, potty training any child is a struggle. It's not a fun process, it's frustrating for both kids and parents and it can be, well, quite messy. Now
coloradomoms.com
January 25
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January 21
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January 19
It’s a tough task convincing any kid to do the minimum amount of exercise each day, and that’s even before adding autism to the mix!
It's a tough task convincing any kid to do the minimum amount of exercise each day, and that's even before adding autism to the mix. Depending on where your son or daughter is placed on the spectrum, you may struggle to convince them that exercise is doable, valuable, and even fun. With recent resea...
psychcentral.com
January 17
High anxiety in young children with autism – study
app.secure.griffith.edu.au
January 15
Teaching parents of children with autism how to interact more effectively with their offspring brings the children benefits that linger for years, according to the largest and longest-running study of autism interventions.
Some autism symptoms reduced in children six years after their parents receive communications training
scientificamerican.com
January 12
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January 10
Wishing everyone a safe and happy new year! We will see you in the new year with more exciting content!
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December 31
This is an interesting article by Autism Parent Magazine about a new board game! Be sure to check it out!
Having good manners is an important social skill everyone needs. Most of us know that it’s not acceptable to push someone out of the way to get what we want, to cut in front of a line, to talk loudly on a cell phone during a movie, to talk with our mouths full, or to …
autismparentingmagazine.com
December 30
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December 28
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season wherever you are!
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December 25
As the holiday season is upon us here are some things to make this holiday one to remember!
Holidays can be so special given the unique traditions and activities that we get to participate in at this time of the year. Because they are really only celebrated once a year, it may be challenging for your child with autism. For tips on how to prepare your child with autism for these events that...
autismparentingmagazine.com
December 22
Be sure to make today amazing!
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December 16
Starting today we are having a sale on the TOBY Autism Therapy App! Head over to the App store on your iPads to download it now!
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December 13
Starting tomorrow we are having a Pre-Christmas sale on the TOBY Autism Therapy App! If you haven't downloaded the app already be sure to head to the app store tomorrow on your iPad and get the app!
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December 12