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SLP 242: Everything you need to know about PDA - Insights & Tips from Educator

Sue Larkey Podcast - March 24, 2024 23:34 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ PDA: Unique autism spectrum type. ✅ PDA vs ODD: Distinct differences. ✅ Misunderstood Nature: PDA children struggle with demand...

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The Shift from Parent to Mentor: A Critical Transformation with Jason & Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity - March 23, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratings
Are you tired of trying to make traditional parenting approaches work for you? Ready to make a profound shift that fosters genuine connections and sustainable growth for your child, teen, or young adult?  In this episode, we  explore the transformative power of NDM™ NeuroDevelopmental Mentoring...

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Declarative Language: A New Strategy for Neurodivergent Communication

Neurodiversity Podcast - March 21, 2024 16:43 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 114 ratings
Often, neurodivergent people have a completely different communication experience than neurotypicals. They respond differently to regulation, attention, and motivation, and often parents struggle when trying to improve connections with their kids. Linda Murphy is the author of The Declarative La...

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Autism Live Parent to Parent: When your school says your child doesn't qualify for an IEP.

Autism Live - March 20, 2024 20:23 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
 In this special viewer requested episode, Shannon Penrod gives the Parent to Parent talk on what to do when the school says your child with ASD doesn’t qualify for an IEP and what to do when the school says they want to declassify your child with ASD, so they are no longer receiving Special Edu...

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49. "He's a Completely Different Kid": Henry's ARFID & Nutrition Journey with Sarah Phillips

Nourishing Autism - March 20, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Brittyn revisits her journey with Sarah, a devoted mother, and her son Henry, who is on the autism spectrum. Sarah shares their story beginning in 2020 when Henry was facing significant dietary and behavioral challenges, leading to the diagnosis of ...

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Jonathan Alderson : Receptivity & Communicating With Our Kids

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - March 18, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
Another amazing conversation with Jonathan Alderson today! We dive into the topic of feeling frustrated when our kids “just won’t listen” to us and how we can find our way back to the joys of parenting again, even with kids who may have more challenging behaviors.  How can we adjust our expecta...

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Jonathan Alderson Pt. 2 : Receptivity & Communicating With Our Kids

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - March 18, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
Another amazing conversation with Jonathan Alderson today! We dive into the topic of feeling frustrated when our kids “just won’t listen” to us and how we can find our way back to the joys of parenting again, even with kids who may have more challenging behaviors.  How can we adjust our expecta...

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SLP 241: Have You Heard of Time Blindness? Did You Know It Can Cause Behaviour in Neurodiverse Students and What To Do?

Sue Larkey Podcast - March 18, 2024 01:12 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Time Blindness Defined: Inability to perceive time accurately. ✅ Behavior Indicators: Procrastination, lateness, or anxiety. ✅ ...

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Challenging What We Know About Autism and PDA

Neurodiversity Podcast - March 14, 2024 22:24 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 114 ratings
Dr. Donna Henderson joins Emily Kircher-Morris to talk about the changes in the assessment process for autism, the importance of empowering therapists to diagnose autism, and the need for equity in masking. Their conversation also explores the double empathy problem and the challenges of balanci...

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Autism Live 3.13.2.4 with Judi Uttal

Autism Live - March 13, 2024 23:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
On Wednesday's show, Shannon welcomes Judi Uttal from the Autism in Entertainment Conference.  This first of what we hope will be many conferences will showcase the many ways in which individuals on the spectrum can and do work in the field of entertainment.  Employers will be present sharing an...

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48. The ONE Thing You Have to Understand Before Successfully Expanding Your Child's Diet

Nourishing Autism - March 13, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes
In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn discusses the importance of understanding sensory needs in expanding an autistic child's diet. Many popular approaches are often unsuccessful and in fact, usually backfire. So today she covers one of the MOST important topics when it come...

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Jonathan Alderson: Why All Therapy May Not Work for All Kids

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - March 11, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
Today we had the pleasure of talking with Jonathan Alderson. Jonathan has a Master's of Education from Harvard and also completed a three-year intensive certification training in autism treatment at the Autism Treatment Center of America. While we could go on and on about his BIO, what we discus...

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Jonathan Alderson Pt. 1: Why All Therapy May Not Work for All Kids

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - March 11, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
Today we had the pleasure of talking with Jonathan Alderson. Jonathan has a Master's of Education from Harvard and also completed a three-year intensive certification training in autism treatment at the Autism Treatment Center of America. While we could go on and on about his BIO, what we discus...

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SLP 240: Navigating the Path to Diagnosis: A Step by Step Guide for Educators

Sue Larkey Podcast - March 11, 2024 01:43 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Teacher's Role: Highlight, don't diagnose issues. ✅ 8 Steps Discussed: Detailed process for diagnosis conversation. ✅ Red Flags...

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Big Announcement! Parenting to Mentor with Jason & Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity - March 09, 2024 03:19 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratings
Friends, Hello! We've got something exciting to share with you in this episode! You know, parenting can be a rollercoaster, especially when it comes to raising neurodivergent young people. But, guess what? It doesn't have to be a struggle without hope. In today's episode, we're peeling back the...

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Education for Everyone Through Universal Design for Learning

Neurodiversity Podcast - March 07, 2024 18:07 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 114 ratings
On this episode, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Jeff Horwitz about the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its application in education. UDL focuses on creating learning environments and experiences that are accessible and beneficial for all students, regardless of their learning...

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Let's Talk Movies with Moira and Shannon: Oscar Special

Autism Live - March 06, 2024 23:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Moira and Shannon discuss their Oscar hopes, snubs and long shots.

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47. Raising a Child with Autism: Untethering and Fostering Independence with Carrie Cariello

Nourishing Autism - March 06, 2024 12:00 - 42 minutes
In this episode of the Nourishing Autism podcast, Brittyn has an engaging conversation with author and mother, Carrie Cariello, who shares her family’s journey with her autistic son, Jack. Carrie discusses the challenges and strategies in navigating Jack's picky eating habits, the transition to ...

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The Moms' Current Fav Book w/ author Kelley Coleman

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - March 04, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
We can’t wait to dive in with our guest today, Kelley Coleman, author of “Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child”. No joke, this is one of the best books on autism and parenting disabled kids we’ve ever read! We talk about the book and venture into other topics including:  ...

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SLP 239: Teacher Assistants – Strategies to Navigate Challenges & Foster Success – Insights from Dream Team (Lived Experience, Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Parent)

Sue Larkey Podcast - March 04, 2024 02:05 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Act as a student-world translator. ✅ Encourage student relationship bonds. ✅ Be a consistent presence. ✅ Enhance, not replace,...

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The Power in Choosing a Parenting Framework with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity - March 01, 2024 14:18 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 24 ratings
Parenting neurodivergents and those who have struggles can be overwhelming, especially when faced with conflicting advice. In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of choosing a framework to operate from. Learn how selecting a clear direction can help you move beyond confusion an...

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A Quest For Meaningful Relationships

Neurodiversity Podcast - February 29, 2024 19:21 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 114 ratings
Friendships and relationships can be hard for neurodivergent people, especially if they experience lagging social skills, or struggle with executive function. Emily Kircher-Morris is joined by Caroline Maguire, author of Why Will Nobody Play With Me?, and they discuss the challenges and importan...

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Autism Live 2.28.24: Dr. Megan A. Neff

Autism Live - February 28, 2024 21:06 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Shannon is joined by Dr. Megan Anna Neff to discuss her new book, Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-stress, and Unmask. Self-care is an essential component of a well-rounded life. Self-Care for Autistic People offers practical strategies for regulating emotions, identifyin...

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46. Why You Should Run Labs for Your Autistic Child

Nourishing Autism - February 28, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes
In today's episode, Brittyn covers why running nutritional labs could be a great tool to uncover more about your child's health to help them feel their best and detect any underlying nutritional deficiencies, gut imbalances, or food sensitivities. She also touches on which labs your pediatrician...

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Feeding our Kids: The Feeding Assessment Tool w/ Elizabeth Klein, BCBA, LBA, M.Ed.

Moms Talk Autism Podcast - February 26, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 287 ratings
It is of no mystery to most of us, or so it seems, that feeding and diets are significant touchstones in having a kid on the spectrum. No matter where they fall, that is the very thing that became apparent in all of her work. Join us for this expert guest, Elizabeth Klein, BCBA, LBA + M.Ed., who...

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SLP 238: Mini Training Everything You Need to Know About Executive Functioning

Sue Larkey Podcast - February 26, 2024 02:32 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ What is Executive Functioning: Described as the brain's "Air Traffic Control" for organizing, prioritizing, and regulating emotio...

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Not a Disease: Understanding Autism as Difference

Neurodiversity Podcast - February 22, 2024 19:15 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 114 ratings
On episode 213, Emily is joined by Matt Lowry, host of the Autistic Culture podcast. They discuss the concept of autism as a neurotype and culture, Matt shares his personal experience as an autistic individual, and they discuss the importance of understanding autism in a non-pathologizing way. T...

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Autism Live Parent to Parent: ABA Basics

Autism Live - February 21, 2024 23:26 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Shannon Penrod, author of Autism: Parent to Parent, gives a basic, but thorough talk about what ABA is, especially when used to treat autism. This is a talk that is geared toward parents but is also ideal for individuals who are on the spectrum and have heard negative things about ABA, to decern...

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45. Navigating Parenthood with a Child on the Autism Spectrum with Rob Gorski, The Autism Dad

Nourishing Autism - February 21, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes
In this episode, we welcome Rob Gorski, Founder of the Autism Dad, who shares his experiences of raising three autistic children. Rob offers an unfiltered view into the challenges and victories encountered in autism parenting that offers parents with a sense of solidarity and practical insights....

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Autism Live 2.19.24: Preview of the Concert for Autism Care Today

Autism Live - February 19, 2024 21:10 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Shannon welcomes guests Katrina Aguilar and Brad Ellis who will both be performing at the Concert for Autism Care Today on Sunday February 25 at 5pm!