Teaching since 1995; passionate about helping teachers and students grow in their learning and use #AgileIntheClassroom; co-host of Understanding Autism Podcast
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With the Affordable Care Act facing an uncertain future, is accessing Medicaid Waivers a potential solution for neurodiverse people? We explore this topic in Episode 49. understandingautism.podbean.…
How do we keep our neurodiverse children safe? In Episode 50 we interview Ali Thompson who trains police on how to interact with neurodiverse people with understanding and patience. understandingautism.podbean.…
Affordability is on everyone's mind, especially with an uncertain future for Obamacare. In Episode 48 we address accessing SSDI for those on the spectrum. understandingautism.info
In Episode 47 we interview Lindsay Wagner and Amy Faraone about the League School of Autism. We discuss how they use coping strategies and their community based vocational program to help prepare students for independent living. podbean.com/eas/pb-8qgjm-1a0…
In Episode 46 we interview Jared Stewart and Scott Wood of Scenic View Academy in Provo, UT. Scenic View's unique on-campus environment teaches neurodiverse students exec. functioning skills and work skills needed for independent living. podbean.com/eas/pb-9v4bv-1a0…
In Episode 45 we continue to explore the parallels between ADHD and autism. We interview Kara Fenton, who shares her struggles and solutions with executive functioning and living independently. podbean.com/eas/pb-cznqu-19e…
Many people with autism and ADHD struggle with executive functioning. In Episode 44, we interview Brandon Slade of "Untapped Learning" on strategies he uses to help others address this issue and how he sees neurodiversity as a strength. understandingautism.podbean.…
In Part 2 of our review of the book "The Healthy Deviant" by Pilar Gerasimo, we examine the remedies, solutions and strategies that will help create a healthy and productive lifestyle that supports the mental health for those on the spectrum. understandingautism.info
Our latest episode on autism and mental health focuses on the book, "The Healthy Deviant" by Pilar Gerasimo. We explore how this approach can have a positive impact on an autistic person's mental and physical health. understandingautism.info
The stress of masking every day and conforming to life in a neurotypical world can lead many on the spectrum to experience PTSD. In Episodes 40 & 41, we explore this topic through the book, "Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum." understandingautism.info
In Episode 38, we continue our mini series on autism and mental health by reviewing Gabor Mate's book, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts. Here we examine addictive behaviors and recovery from an autistic person's point of view. understandingautism.podbean.…
We all have challenges about being on our smart phones too much, but how does this apply to people on the spectrum? In Episode 37 we explore the book Dopamine Nation in the context of mental health and adult independence. understandingautism.podbean.…
In our latest episode, "Interview with Lila Low-Beinart of Divergent Paths Counseling" we explore the stress of moving out. Lila is incredibly insightful and offers her views on the stress that adult independence can have on the neurodivergent person. podbean.com/eas/pb-hyvqw-191…
Excited to announce the start of our second season of the Understanding Autism Podcast! This season, we focus on the often difficult but rewarding path to adult independence that many on the spectrum experience. Join us at understandingautism.info or wherever you get your podcasts
Looking forward to working with the Peak Institute at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School in Atlanta, Georgia! This amazing campus is passionate about student experiential learning, project work, and career discovery; a perfect environment for Agile and PBL! hies.org/academics/peak-inst…
Super excited to present Agile in the PBL Classroom at OESIS Boston October 10! #OESIS #PBL AgileInTheClassroom.com
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This May, our focus will be on Mental Health Awareness Month, suicide prevention, Water Safety Month, and resources for summer planning. Our public policy resources provide guidance for the end of the Public Health Emergency ending on May 11th. bit.ly/3NID1sC
One of the most helpless feelings as a parent of a child with autism is how to help him manage #meltdowns, #shutdowns, and self-harming behaviors. I'm hoping that our 5th episode of Understanding Autism Podcast will help in demystifying these behaviors understandingautism.info
Many people associate hand flapping or rocking with autism. Yet, why do autistic people engage in this behavior? Should it be stopped or minimized in public? Understanding this issue is key to its acceptance in schools and work. understandingautism.info/sti… #autism #stimming