| Frequently Asked Questions |
Do you have any outcome measures regarding the success rate of
your program?
Mark: “We do track outcomes for the Parent Support Group (i.e., the live
seminars), which if the offline version of OPS. The material presented during
these seminars is exactly the same as the material presented online. The only
difference is that individuals who attend the live seminar see me face-to-face
and ask questions directly, whereas members of OPS see me in a series of Online
Instructional Videos and ask questions via email.
Based on data collected since March of 2002, approximately 94% of participants
report that (a) the child’s behavioral problems have reduced in frequency and
severity and (b) the few remaining problems are manageable. Research of OPS
has also shown:
· Reduced tantrums and meltdowns
· Reduced parental stress and anxiety
· Reduced or eliminated spanking and hitting
· Reduced child behavior problems
· Increased parental confidence
· Improved parenting skills
· Improved parent-child relations
· Improved child self-esteem
· Improved child cooperation
· Improved child emotional adjustment
· Improved child academic performance
The success rate for members of OPS is nearly identical to that of parents who
attend the live seminars.”
What is the difference between conventional versus unconventional
parenting techniques?
Mark: “Unconventional parenting strategies are simply those approaches to
parenting that moms and dads do not typically think to use. We have to be
creative when parenting out-of-control Aspergers children. In some cases,
you will be instructed to do the last thing you would ever think to do first.
It is widely accepted by parent educators today that parenting patterns are
learned in childhood and replicated later in life when children become parents.
The experiences children have during the process of growing up have a significant
impact on the attitudes, skills, and child-rearing practices they will use with their
own children. However, when raising an Aspergers child who experiences frequent
and unexpected meltdowns, typical parenting strategies (i.e., techniques your
parents used when you were growing up) tend to make the child’s behavior worse.
No parent is prepared, based on his/her past family-experience, to deal effectively
with an out-of-control Aspergers child. Parenting such a child does not come
naturally. Regrettably, parents often waste years trying to figure out a way to
'get through' to their Aspie.”
Can teachers, social workers, and other therapists use the
information in the OPS program?
Mark: “Every adult who works with Aspergers children in some shape, form or
fashion will benefit from the strategies presented in OPS program. Hundreds of
OPS members (as well as individuals who attend the live seminars) are now better
equipped to deal with their difficult students, clients, and patients because they
learned how to think outside the box and approach behavioral problems from a
completely different angle. Clinicians, educators, therapists, etc., will receive five
Continuing Education Units (5 CEUs) after completing the course and filling-out
the program evaluation form at the end.”
Why an E-book rather than a regular book?
Mark: “We wanted the book to be digital (i.e., an eBook) so that parents could
download it instantly – no waiting for shipment. Most parents who are struggling
with their child’s behavior problems need answers immediately rather than in
3 to 10 days. Parents do not have to wait for a physical product (e.g., a book) to be
shipped to their homes. Instead, they can begin programming within a matter of a
few minutes.”
Is there a recurring monthly charge, and is there a time limit
regarding how long parents can access the material?
Mark: “No. Members only pay a one-time fee of $19.00, and there is no time
limit. You can go at their own pace, access the material from multiple computers,
and share your membership with other family members at no extra cost (e.g.,
spouse, ex-spouse, grandparents, etc.).”
Why only $19.00? The other programs out there are so much more
expensive.
Mark: “Because there are no physical products other than 2 CDs that we mail
upon request. All the video, audio and text are completely download-able. If we
had to ship DVDs, hard copies of the book, and so on -- the cost would be closer to
$199.00.”
How long will it take to see a positive change in my child's behavior?
Mark: "You should notice positive changes in your child – and in yourself – the
very first day you use OPS parenting strategies. As you begin to implement the
techniques outlined in the program, you will see even more significant, long-lasting
changes in your child’s behavior and attitude. Parenting your Aspergers child will
become easier -- and more enjoyable.
Bear in mind that if your child is, say, 6-years-old -- it has taken 6 years for
the problems to get to this point. So it will take at least a few weeks to get the
problems turned around. Most parents (90% plus) see permanent changes in
their child's behavior within 4 weeks."
My Aspergers child has also been diagnosed with ODD and ADHD.
Will it work for him?
Mark: “Definitely. Children rarely act-out for extended periods of time simply
because they have a behavior problem. Most of these children have underlying,
core issues that will need to be dealt with in advance of 'misbehavior'. The OPS
program is especially helpful -- and indeed necessary -- for children who are
having these mental health issues.”
Is there anyone who should not use the program?
Mark: “Children with severe autism, profound mental retardation, and disorders
that result in a total inability to communicate will probably not benefit as much
from the strategies outlined in the OPS program.”
What is the age range for this program?
Mark: "I've used the techniques and concepts in the OPS program successfully
with children as young as 3 years of age – and as old as 17. The program has
proven to be effective with children of any age, because it provides detailed
guidelines to help parents create (in some cases spontaneously) the most effective
approach for any given problem -- regardless of age, gender, or race."
What if the program does not work for me?
Mark: “Then we will refund 100% of your purchase price ($19.00).
If you will work the program, the program will work for you – especially if you
take full advantage of the parent-coaching aspect of OPS.
Our third-party researcher who conducts ongoing 'outcome measures' of OPS
reveals that, of those random members who are polled, approximately 94%
report that:
(a) the child's emotional/behavioral problems have reduced in frequency
(i.e., the number of meltdowns that occur within any given week)
(b) the child's emotional/behavioral problems have reduced in severity
(i.e., the intensity of the meltdowns)
(c) the few remaining problems are easily managed by the parent.
It should be noted that we rarely get requests for refunds – in fact, quite the
opposite. We frequently receive emails from parents who feel as though they
have 'under-paid' for this service because of the huge benefit received.”
Can I order this program even though I live in the U.K.?
Mark: "Yes. The program is all online - so your geographical location is not an
issue. Nearly 70% of OPS members are from outside the United States."
your program?
Mark: “We do track outcomes for the Parent Support Group (i.e., the live
seminars), which if the offline version of OPS. The material presented during
these seminars is exactly the same as the material presented online. The only
difference is that individuals who attend the live seminar see me face-to-face
and ask questions directly, whereas members of OPS see me in a series of Online
Instructional Videos and ask questions via email.
Based on data collected since March of 2002, approximately 94% of participants
report that (a) the child’s behavioral problems have reduced in frequency and
severity and (b) the few remaining problems are manageable. Research of OPS
has also shown:
· Reduced tantrums and meltdowns
· Reduced parental stress and anxiety
· Reduced or eliminated spanking and hitting
· Reduced child behavior problems
· Increased parental confidence
· Improved parenting skills
· Improved parent-child relations
· Improved child self-esteem
· Improved child cooperation
· Improved child emotional adjustment
· Improved child academic performance
The success rate for members of OPS is nearly identical to that of parents who
attend the live seminars.”
What is the difference between conventional versus unconventional
parenting techniques?
Mark: “Unconventional parenting strategies are simply those approaches to
parenting that moms and dads do not typically think to use. We have to be
creative when parenting out-of-control Aspergers children. In some cases,
you will be instructed to do the last thing you would ever think to do first.
It is widely accepted by parent educators today that parenting patterns are
learned in childhood and replicated later in life when children become parents.
The experiences children have during the process of growing up have a significant
impact on the attitudes, skills, and child-rearing practices they will use with their
own children. However, when raising an Aspergers child who experiences frequent
and unexpected meltdowns, typical parenting strategies (i.e., techniques your
parents used when you were growing up) tend to make the child’s behavior worse.
No parent is prepared, based on his/her past family-experience, to deal effectively
with an out-of-control Aspergers child. Parenting such a child does not come
naturally. Regrettably, parents often waste years trying to figure out a way to
'get through' to their Aspie.”
Can teachers, social workers, and other therapists use the
information in the OPS program?
Mark: “Every adult who works with Aspergers children in some shape, form or
fashion will benefit from the strategies presented in OPS program. Hundreds of
OPS members (as well as individuals who attend the live seminars) are now better
equipped to deal with their difficult students, clients, and patients because they
learned how to think outside the box and approach behavioral problems from a
completely different angle. Clinicians, educators, therapists, etc., will receive five
Continuing Education Units (5 CEUs) after completing the course and filling-out
the program evaluation form at the end.”
Why an E-book rather than a regular book?
Mark: “We wanted the book to be digital (i.e., an eBook) so that parents could
download it instantly – no waiting for shipment. Most parents who are struggling
with their child’s behavior problems need answers immediately rather than in
3 to 10 days. Parents do not have to wait for a physical product (e.g., a book) to be
shipped to their homes. Instead, they can begin programming within a matter of a
few minutes.”
Is there a recurring monthly charge, and is there a time limit
regarding how long parents can access the material?
Mark: “No. Members only pay a one-time fee of $19.00, and there is no time
limit. You can go at their own pace, access the material from multiple computers,
and share your membership with other family members at no extra cost (e.g.,
spouse, ex-spouse, grandparents, etc.).”
Why only $19.00? The other programs out there are so much more
expensive.
Mark: “Because there are no physical products other than 2 CDs that we mail
upon request. All the video, audio and text are completely download-able. If we
had to ship DVDs, hard copies of the book, and so on -- the cost would be closer to
$199.00.”
How long will it take to see a positive change in my child's behavior?
Mark: "You should notice positive changes in your child – and in yourself – the
very first day you use OPS parenting strategies. As you begin to implement the
techniques outlined in the program, you will see even more significant, long-lasting
changes in your child’s behavior and attitude. Parenting your Aspergers child will
become easier -- and more enjoyable.
Bear in mind that if your child is, say, 6-years-old -- it has taken 6 years for
the problems to get to this point. So it will take at least a few weeks to get the
problems turned around. Most parents (90% plus) see permanent changes in
their child's behavior within 4 weeks."
My Aspergers child has also been diagnosed with ODD and ADHD.
Will it work for him?
Mark: “Definitely. Children rarely act-out for extended periods of time simply
because they have a behavior problem. Most of these children have underlying,
core issues that will need to be dealt with in advance of 'misbehavior'. The OPS
program is especially helpful -- and indeed necessary -- for children who are
having these mental health issues.”
Is there anyone who should not use the program?
Mark: “Children with severe autism, profound mental retardation, and disorders
that result in a total inability to communicate will probably not benefit as much
from the strategies outlined in the OPS program.”
What is the age range for this program?
Mark: "I've used the techniques and concepts in the OPS program successfully
with children as young as 3 years of age – and as old as 17. The program has
proven to be effective with children of any age, because it provides detailed
guidelines to help parents create (in some cases spontaneously) the most effective
approach for any given problem -- regardless of age, gender, or race."
What if the program does not work for me?
Mark: “Then we will refund 100% of your purchase price ($19.00).
If you will work the program, the program will work for you – especially if you
take full advantage of the parent-coaching aspect of OPS.
Our third-party researcher who conducts ongoing 'outcome measures' of OPS
reveals that, of those random members who are polled, approximately 94%
report that:
(a) the child's emotional/behavioral problems have reduced in frequency
(i.e., the number of meltdowns that occur within any given week)
(b) the child's emotional/behavioral problems have reduced in severity
(i.e., the intensity of the meltdowns)
(c) the few remaining problems are easily managed by the parent.
It should be noted that we rarely get requests for refunds – in fact, quite the
opposite. We frequently receive emails from parents who feel as though they
have 'under-paid' for this service because of the huge benefit received.”
Can I order this program even though I live in the U.K.?
Mark: "Yes. The program is all online - so your geographical location is not an
issue. Nearly 70% of OPS members are from outside the United States."
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