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Autism Live: Jennifer Kaufman

Jennifer Kaufman, author of Grandparenting on the Spectrum: A Journey From Both Sides of the Desk joins Shannon to talk about training for first responders and the role of Grandparents in supporting Autism families.  The jargon of the day is: Perspective Taking. 00:00 Introduction & Welcome Back to Autism Live 00:32 Meet Guest Jennifer Kaufman: […]

Autism Live: Jennifer Kaufman

Jennifer Kaufman, author of Grandparenting on the Spectrum: A Journey From Both Sides of the Desk joins Shannon to talk about training for first responders and the role of Grandparents in supporting Autism families. The jargon of the day is: Perspective Taking.

Autism Live: Brady Huggett

On today’s show Shannon welcomes Brady Huggett, a features editor for the neuroscience publication The Transmitter.  Topics covered include the lack of funding dollars to research the lives of Autistic Adults.  A new five part podcast called “When Autistic Kids Grow Up”  looks at the lack of funding for research into the lives of autistic […]

Autism Live: Brady Huggett

On today’s show Shannon gives the rundown on 22 things you can teach in the summer months to catch your child up and prepare them for success in the new school year.

Autism Live: 25 Things to Teach Your Kids

On today’s show Shannon gives the rundown on 22 things you can teach in the summer months to catch your child up and prepare them for success in the new school year.

00:00 Intro & Autism Live Mission
02:59 Summer Learning Opportunities for Kids
03:24 25 Skills to Teach Over the Summer
08:06 Overview of All 25 Life Skills
12:19 Skill #1: Building Reading Habits
18:01 Skill #2: Potty Training & Generalization
19:46 Skill #3: Making Math Fun
23:13 Skill #4: Swimming Safety & Skills
25:23 Skill #5: Teaching History Creatively
27:30 Skill #6: Exercise & Self-Regulation
29:28 Skill #7: Speech Practice with Tongue Twisters
32:21 Skill #8: Enjoying Museums with Sensory Needs
36:05 Skill #9: Live Music & Theater Skills
40:28 Skill #10–15: Cooking, Help, Social & Travel Skills
51:18 Skill #16–25: Daily Living, Independence & Confidence
1:05:58 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

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The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child’s treatment are completely at your own discretion.

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Ask Dr Doreen: Romance, Dating and Relationships on the Spectrum

On today’s Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions about romance, love, dating, and relationships for those on the spectrum.

00:00 Show Intro + Topic Overview (Dating on the Spectrum) 03:29 How to Watch, Submit Questions & Podcast Info
05:02 Teaching a 12-Year-Old About Dating (Where to Start)
07:17 Body Awareness, Privacy & Safety Basics
10:54 Real Risks of Missing Social Boundaries
13:36 Teaching Relationship Types & Social Rules
16:47 Consent Explained in Simple Terms
20:33 Boundaries in Dating (Inappropriate Behavior Example) 23:16 Short-Term Attention vs Real Relationships
25:56 Dating After Divorce (What to Disclose & When)
29:26 Healthy Relationships & Emotional Alignment
39:47 Teens Not Interested in Dating (Should You Push?)
41:47 Modern Dating Reality (Apps, Social Media)
45:37 Handling Rejection & Building Dating Skills
48:27 Dating Psychology: Resilience & Confidence
56:30 Balancing Safety vs Fear in Relationships

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Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod! https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Parent-Sanity-Saving-Spectrum/dp/1949177858

The advice and opinions expressed by the host of Autism Live and her guests are meant solely as suggestion and should not be in any way construed as child-specific advice. Any choices you make in determining your child’s treatment are completely at your own discretion.

Check out our Podcast!
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Twitch:
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