Best Autismspectrumdisorder Podcasts (2025)

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SLP 306: Do I have a child with ODD & PDA? What is it and What to do 31:39

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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: ✅ Traditional rewards and consequences often don't work effectively. ✅ Anxiety management is the key to reducing behaviors. ✅ Give children control and choices to lower demands. ✅ Pick your…

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The Impact of Helicopter Parenting on Neurodivergent Growth with Jason 16:44

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When your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult struggles to regulate, follow through, or move forward—what are you supposed to do? Most parents step in (because they have to). You remind. You coach. You arrange the therapy appointments. You micromanage the hard stuff. Over time, this becomes your default mode. But what happens when the suppor…

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Autism Live 7.16.25: Ella Maisy Purvy 49:07

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If you haven’t been watching PATIENCE on PBS, you owe it to yourself to subscribe to PBS Masterpiece and catch up. On today’s show Shannon interviews Ella Maisy Purvis, the star of Patience to discuss the hit show, making season 2, and the ins and outs of authentically representing autism. Today’s jargon is Hyperlexia.…

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SLP 305: A Guide to Toilet Training Neurodiverse Children Including Stool Withholding and Toilet Avoidance with Guest Melissa Yapp 26:54

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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: ✅ Visual supports provide permanent prompts for processing information slowly. ✅ Toilet training requires breaking into smaller achievable mini goals. ✅ Routine changes are extremely challe…

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They Know What to Do- Why Don’t They Do It? with Debbie 18:07

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If your child “knows what to do” but doesn’t do it, this episode will help you see the deeper story behind that pattern. We’ll break down why “knowing” and “doing” are not the same, especially in a stressed, overwhelmed, or neurodivergent brain. And you’ll start to see how practicing Neuro-Developmental Mentoring can help build the real-life applic…

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The Mental Load No One Talks About: Parenting on Overdrive with Debbie 14:41

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If you’re the one who remembers everything and keeps everyone on track, you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong for stepping in. But if it’s starting to take a toll, this episode will help you understand why and how things can change. We’re talking about the invisible mental load of parenting, and why sharing that load (without dropping it all at on…

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SLP 304: Decoding Classroom Behaviour: An Educators Guide to Supporting Neurodiverse Students (AS, ODD, PDA, ADHD) 30:57

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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: ✅ Behavior is Communication: Every action tells us something important. ✅ Environment Shapes Outcomes: Autism plus environment equals behavior outcome. ✅ Transitions Trigger Challenges: Mos…

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Why Nagging Isn't Building Responsibility with Debbie 10:36

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If you feel stuck in the reminder loop and it’s wearing you out... you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll explore why nagging feels necessary, but often works against the outcomes you want. We’ll talk about what’s really going on when your child doesn’t follow through, and why it’s time to shift from managing behavior to mentoring development. Wh…

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SLP 303: 50/50 - Behaviour Plans: Help your neurodiverse students to help YOU 20:15

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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: ✅ Begin With End in Mind: Always consider ultimate independence goals. ✅ Strategy Plus Action Equals Success: Combine planning with implementation. ✅ 50/50 Approach: Teachers provide strate…

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Autism Live 6.18.25: Kashif Khan 1:02:36

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On today’s show Shannon welcomes Kashif Khan, author of The DNA Way. Here what Khan has to say about inflammation, autism, and RFK’s promise to deliver the cause of autism within the year. The jargon of the day is Social Reciprocity.

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Ask Dr. Doreen 6.17.25: Social Challenges 1:01:10

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In this episode, Dr. Doreen fields questions about social challenges for individuals with ASD.

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SLP 302: How Using Visual Schedules Can Build Independence for Neurodiverse Students (ODD, PDA, ADHD, AS) 37:23

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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: ✅ Schedules must include time to prevent anxiety and rushing. ✅ Physical engagement with schedules improves absorption and understanding. ✅ Digital timers make time accessible for autistic …

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Ask Dr. Doreen: Traveling with Kids on the Spectrum 58:56

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On Today’s show autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from viewers around the world. Today’s topic is all about success during summer travel, what is the best way to deal with the anxiety that comes from being in new places?

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Autism Live 6.9.25: Top Ten Tips for Teens on the Spectrum 1:04:57

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On today’s show Shannon shares 10 Essential Things to Do when you have Teens on the Spectrum. The teen years go fast, but they are a wonderful time to catch up, shore up, and set our teens up for success. Supporting teens is especially specific depending on their needs and interests.

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SLP 301: Rant: Is Our System Failing Neurodiverse Students? 37:29

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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: ✅ 4% of students receive suspensions, many in early years. ✅ Neurodiverse children are three years behind developmentally in regulation. ✅ Current behavior systems don't work for neurodiver…

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Autism Live 6.4.25: Alex K Lin 1:02:38

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On this episode, Shannon welcomes Alex K Lin, co-founder of Autism Rocks.

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Ask Dr. Doreen 6.3.25: Who is Dr. Doreen? 59:03

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On today’s show Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions about autism during her lifetime. How have all of the changes shaped her view of autism over the years. What has been the biggest “A-ha moment” for her? What is she excited about for the future? Dr. Granpeesheh will also answer questions from viewers and listeners around the world.…

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SLP 300: Celebrating 300 Episodes - Emotional Regulation & Embracing Difference with a Class Activity “All About Me” 26:16

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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: ✅ Children need sense of belonging in classroom environments. ✅ All students should embrace their own unique differences. ✅ Emotional literacy requires teaching like reading literacy does. …

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Autism Live 5.28.25: Rachelle Vartarian 1:08:38

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Rachelle Vartarian, President and Founder of Living and Learning Enrichment Center, joins Shannon to about quality of life supports for adults on the autism spectrum, including housing, support groups, extracurricular activities, job training and much more.

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Autism Live 5.26.25: Jessica Lee 1:03:32

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Today on the show Shannon welcomes Jessica Lee to talk about Neurotalent Works and how they are helping to address the more than 80% unemployment rate for adults on the spectrum. The jargon of the day is DEI.

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SLP 299: What is Interoception & How it Affects Behaviour in Neurodiverse Students (ODD, ADHD, PDA, AS) 29:47

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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: ✅ Interoception helps children recognize internal body signals like hunger. ✅ Neurodiverse children often don't know when they're thirsty. ✅ Many students can't identify emotions without ex…

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Crash or Protect? The Parenting Dilemma No One Talks About 21:31

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You want your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult to grow into a confident, capable adult. But what do you do when they’re heading straight toward failure? Do you step in and save them—or let them crash and hope they learn? If you’ve ever wrestled with that gut-wrenching decision, this episode will speak right to you. Because most parents ar…

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Let's Talk Movies! 1:22:39

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Join Shannon and Moira as they discusses some of the hottest show that are currently available.

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Autism Live 5.19.25: Austin Wolff 54:35

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On Today’s show Shannon is joined by filmmaker Austin Wolff to discuss his new film, Wally Jackson and the Probability of Love and Car Accidents. Today’s jargon is Authentic Representation.

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SLP 298: Playground Plans: A Guide to Creating Effective Lunchtime Clubs 39:57

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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: ✅ Neurodiverse kids struggle joining evolving peer groups. ✅ Proactively create lunchtime clubs to foster social connections. ✅ Use shared interests like Lego and gardening. ✅ Clearly defin…

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5 Patterns That Help Neurodivergent Young Adults Transition to Adulthood with Confidence (Instead of Anxiety) with Debbie 16:46

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If your neurodivergent teen or young adult is struggling to launch or if you find yourself constantly questioning whether you’re doing too much or not enough... this episode is for you. There’s a reason things feel stuck or fragile, even when you're working so hard to support them. It’s not about your efforts. It’s about the patterns shaping your d…

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Autism Live 5.15.25: Top Ten Tips on Special Diets and School Restrictions 1:05:26

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On today’s show Shannon gives tips on how to handle your child’s special diet restrictions at school. Get the 411 on how to get is written in to your child’s IEP and how to deal with birthdays, holidays and more!

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Autism Live 5.12.25: The Prevalence Show with Lisa Ackerman 1:01:51

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TACA founder Lisa Ackerman joins Shannon to shed light on the new Autism Prevalence numbers released by the CDC in April.

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SLP 297: Navigating Social Meltdowns: Understanding Triggers and Solutions for Neurodiverse Children (AS, ADHD, ODD, PDA etc) 28:32

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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: ✅ Social meltdowns stem from exclusion, misunderstanding, and social anxiety. ✅ Differentiating meltdowns from tantrums guides appropriate responses. ✅ Mind blindness impairs perspective-ta…

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Is This Helping or Hurting? 5 Ways We Accidentally Undermine Independence with Debbie 22:52

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You’re doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult grow into an independent adult, but what if some of the things you’re doing to help are actually holding them back? It’s not because you don’t care. It’s because so many of us are working from outdated ideas about what builds independence, and those ideas just d…

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Autism Live 5.7.25: Parent to Parent- Preparing for Summertime Success 1:06:01

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On today’s show Shannon Penrod, author of Autism: Parent to Parent, gives tips for making the summer a success for everyone. It has to be fun, but it can also be a great time to learn and grow while having fun!

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Ask Dr. Doreen 5.6.25 Diagnosis 54:51

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Today on Ask Dr. Doreen Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from around the world about Autism and Autism Diagnoses.

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How our Mindset as Parents Shapes our Neurodiverse Children's Futures 27:26

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In this inspiring episode, Vicky and Pier open up about the powerful role that parental perception plays in shaping the future of neurodiverse children. They discuss how a parent’s beliefs and expectations about what is possible for their child can significantly influence the opportunities and outcomes that unfold. Drawing from their own journey wi…

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Autism Live 5.5.25: 10 Tips for Reducing Toxicity for You and Your Child 1:00:53

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On today’s show Shannon offers 10 small changes you can make today to lower the toxic load on your body and your children’s bodies.

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SLP 296: My favourite resources - What they are and how to use them 24:12

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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: ✅ Digital timers reduce anxiety and help manage transitions. ✅ Portable digital schedules support daily routines visually and clearly. ✅ Visual aids like timers improve children's independe…

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From Surviving to Thriving—Our Journey, Lessons, and the Heart Behind NDM 11:35

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You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent loved one. So why does it still feel like nothing’s working? You’re not alone. We’ve been there too—desperate for answers, bouncing from expert to expert, trying every intervention, school, and strategy we could find… and still feeling stuck in survival mode. In…

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Autism Live 4.30.25: Dr. Temple Grandin 1:04:30

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On Today’s special episode Shannon talks with Dr. Temple Grandin about her biggest concerns for the autism community today. Dr. Grandin also answers questions from viewers around the world.

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Ask Dr. Doreen 4.29.25: Sleep 1:01:41

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Autism Expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh shed’s light on sleep issues. Viewers from around the world write in questions for Dr. Doreen to answer, questions about sleep, autism and everything under the sun.

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Autism Live 4.28.25: Janet Elliot 57:51

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Janet Elliot, author of The Alien Savant; the history of special education,/before the diagnosis of autism-neurodivergent family inclusion joins Shannon to discuss her book and the state of special education today. Today’s jargon term is FAPE.

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SLP 295: What does that Acronym / Abbreviation Mean? I have created a cheat sheet for you 45:39

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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: ✅ Autism classified into three levels, though spectrum is broader. ✅ Level 1 mirrors high-functioning autism, formerly called Asperger’s. ✅ ODD involves persistent defiance toward authority…

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Navigating the Parent-Mentor Balance with Jason 24:48

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Ever catch yourself wondering "Am I doing too much… or not enough?" Whether you're stepping in to help your child solve a problem—or stepping back to let them figure it out—finding that balance can feel like walking a tightrope. You might be working overtime to fix, rescue, or guide every decision, only to feel exhausted… or you might pull back too…

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Autism Live 4.25.25: Entendiendo Diez Cosas sobre el Proceso del IEP 1:20:16

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¡Es temporada de IEP! Hoy Shannon repasa todas las partes de la reunión de IEP y lo fundamental que hay que entender en cada fase. Para los padres que no han pasado por el proceso o que sienten ansiedad, esta es una conversación fácil de entender que puede ayudarles a obtener la mejor experiencia educativa posible para su hijo.…

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Autism Live 4.24.25: Los Diez Mejores Consejos para hacer que su hijo sea a Prueba de Acoso 1:21:17

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En el programa de hoy, Shannon comparte consejos clave para ayudar a tu hijo a protegerse del acoso. Aprende cómo puedes trabajar para ayudar a tu hijo a evitarlo y cómo reaccionar cuando los acosadores se esfuerzan al máximo.

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Autism Live 4.23.25: Lisa Ackerman 1:02:09

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On Today’s show Shannon welcomes Lisa Ackerman, founder of TACA to talk about Leucovorin. This cancer drug was featured in a CBS news story for its off label use for Autism and Cerebral Folate Deficiency. To learn more watch the CBS news piece here youtube.com/watch?v=QT4E2dPTbkc. Watch the TACA Podcast to see Lisa Ackerman interview Dr. Richard Fr…

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Ask Dr. Doreen 4.22.25: ODD and PDA with Ilana Gerschlowitz 59:08

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On today’s special show, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh is joined by Ilana Gerschlowitz, author of Saving My Sons, to talk about ODD and PDA. Ilana, who is the Director of The STAR Academy in South Africa, shares questions on this topic from parents in South Africa. What is PDA, how does it differ from ODD and why are these 2 diagnoses so prevalent right n…

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Autism Live 4.21.25: Harri James O’Kelley and Rabbi Jackie Redner 57:28

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Shannon is joined today by Harri James O’Kelley and Rabbi Jackie Redner to talk about their newest venture, a show entitled “The Neurodiversity of Kindness” the show will make it’s world premier on April 27th at the Glorya Kaufman Center for the Performing Arts at Vista Del Mar. Harri James O’Kelley shares news about The O’Kelley Labs new ventures …

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Autism Live 4.18.25: Los Diez Mejores Consejos Para Sobrevivir al Verano 1:05:29

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En el programa de hoy, Shannon ofrece excelentes consejos para que el verano sea divertido, interactivo y educativo durante las vacaciones. En caso de duda, ¡regresa al aprendizaje experiencial tradicional para que cada momento del día sea un entorno enriquecedor desde el punto de vista educativo!

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Autism Live 4.17.25: Los Diez Mejores Consejos para Crear una Relación Positiva y Colaborativa con la Escuela de Su Hijo 1:08:14

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Únase a Shannon hoy mientras comparte sus consejos favoritos para trabajar hacia una relación positiva y colaborativa con la escuela y el personal escolar de su hijo.

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Autism Live 4.16.25: The Rutgers Peer Mentors 52:06

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On today’s show Shannon is joined by Erin Walker and Kai Pai from Rutgers groundbreaking Peer Mentor program. Today’s jargon term is Peer Mentor.

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A Journey from an Autism Diagnosis to Acceptance 14:51

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Finding Our Way: A Journey from Diagnosis to Acceptance In this heartfelt episode, Vicky and Pier share their emotional journey upon receiving an autism diagnosis for their daughter, Gabbi. Through their story, we explore the diverse and deeply personal reactions parents experience when faced with such news. This episode highlights how each family'…