The Autism Parent Coach

04/09/2024

04/09/2024

Today I am pleased to show you what I think will be the definitive book on understanding neurodiversity.

For the last 100 years we have recognized the medical sides of neurodiversity - ways in which people who seemed to be "born different" were observably disabled. Those observations led to the creation of diagnostic labels - ADHD, OCD, autism, Asperger's, and more - that were then conferred upon millions of people, most of whom were schoolchildren.

Was in genetic? Was it lead poisoning? Was it the water, or the vaccine? All those things and more can cause developmental disability in some people, but an overarching concept has emerged - that about 1 in 7 people are born neurodivergent - with atypical neurology - that confers upon them (us) a mix of disability and exceptionality.

Medical people recognized the "what's wrong with us" side of the story, but it took neurodivergent people coming together to tell the world what's right about us, and why we are here.

Neurodiversity For Dummies - despite its annoying title - it a major work that will help anyone understand the complexity of who and what we are, and what we may do to thrive in this world.

Highly recommended, and kudos to John Marble, Ranga Jayaraman and Kushboo Chabra

04/09/2024

At GoZen, we're dedicated to helping kids, teens, and parents navigate emotions and develop healthy coping skills. Explore our collection of animated programs for anxiety relief, toolkits, and other resources—all conveniently located in one place.

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11/14/2023

This is great

Getting a 9 second pause is really hard with adhd, but this is the ideal.

Anybody mastered the ability to think before blurting out? If so, do tell...

09/01/2023

Via Big Life Journal ❤️

09/01/2023

Routines, routines, routines!
It’s hard to over-state the importance of predictability and consistency in the life of a child! Find opportunities to create “a usual order of doing things” throughout your day, then make those routines fun and accessible for your family.
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09/01/2023

Here are a few ways to help and support your child if you think or know they might be/are over-responsive to vestibular input.

via OTPlan

09/01/2023

08/22/2023

Hey Facebook Family!

I’m starting my own counseling practice in the Memorial/Bunker Hill area. I’ll be up and running next month. If you know anyone in need, please send them to me.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095437902677&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Helping individuals and families manage mood disorders, behaviors, disabilities, and life changes.

12/31/2022

Happy New Year!

02/16/2022

Remember to appreciate your child(ren) for who they are and the blessings they bring to your life.