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Autism Live: Dr. Molly O’Shea

On today’s show Shannon welcomes Dr. Molly O’Shea to talk about water safety and the terrible statistics surrounding drowning and children on the spectrum. Goldfish Swim School has a new program to help swimmers be safe in and around the water. The jargon is Antecedent Modification. 00:00 Disclaimer 00:00:46 Show Intro + What’s Ahead 00:01:39 […]

Autism Live: Dr. Molly O’Shea

Ask Dr Doreen: How ABA can be beneficial for high functioning teens

On today’s show autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from viewers around the world about how ABA can be beneficial even for kiddos and teens who are considered “high functioning.”

00:00 Welcome + Show Intro
04:01 California Autism Budget Changes Explained
05:03 Proposed ABA Limits (25 Hour Cap, Diagnosis Requirement, Transport Limits)
06:18 Why These Changes Could Harm Kids
08:10 Medicaid Fraud & Impact on ABA Services
08:44 Urgent Call to Action (Contact Governor)
10:02 How to Speak Up & What to Say
12:24 Topic: ABA for “High Functioning” Kids & Teens
13:18 Parent Question: Is ABA a Waste of Time?
14:07 Why ABA Is Essential (Even for Higher Functioning Kids) 15:21 Different ABA Approaches Based on Needs
17:27 Teaching Social, Communication & Executive Skills
19:01 Choosing the Right ABA Provider
21:05 Common Misconceptions About ABA
23:00 Is 13 Too Late for ABA?
23:45 Why Teens Still Benefit from ABA
26:07 Does ABA Make a Real Difference Long-Term?
27:49 Real-Life Outcome Comparison (With vs Without ABA) 28:43 Why Early Intervention Matters
30:01 “Compound Interest” of ABA Learning Explained
33:31 When Parents Disagree About ABA
34:42 Understanding Resistance & Fear Around Therapy
36:35 Talking to Other Parents for Perspective
40:35 Is ABA Only for Nonverbal Kids?
40:57 Advanced Skills ABA Can Teach
44:04 What ABA Actually Looks Like (In Home & Clinic)
44:56 Why Early Sessions Can Look Challenging
46:41 Behind-the-Scenes ABA Video Series Mention
49:30 Rethinking Assumptions About ABA
50:21 “What Happens If You Do vs Don’t Try ABA?”
52:36 ABA Conference Highlights (San Francisco)
53:38 Importance of Intensity in ABA
55:05 Running a Quality ABA Program
56:21 Challenges Facing ABA Today
58:03 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude
59:06 Tomorrow’s Topic: Water Safety
59:29 Outro & Weekly ScheduleLink Tree
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Ask Dr. Doreen: : What are the benefits of ABA for “high functioning” kiddos and teens?

Autism Live: Kelley Jensen

Kelley Jensen, host of the Refrigerator Moms Podcast joins Shannon today to talk about TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), a noninvasive brain stimulation therapy. Today’s jargon is Elopement. 00:00 Intro & Disclaimer 00:33 Show Overview & Guest Preview (TMS + Refrigerator Moms) 01:29 How to Watch & Engage (Live + YouTube + Podcast) 03:15 Ad-Free Subscription […]

Autism Live: Kelley Jensen

Kelley Jensen, host of the Refrigerator Moms Podcast joins Shannon today to talk about TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), a noninvasive brain stimulation therapy. Today’s jargon is Elopement.

Ask Dr. Doreen: What do the autism number ratings mean? (rebroadcast)

On today’s show Dr. Granpeesheh answers questions from the audience about the 2 numbers that come with an autism diagnosis. Why does it seem like people are only using 1 number? Can two numbers really be useful, can one. Also discussed, this weekend’s ABAI conference.

Autism Live: Antoinette Elliott

Childcare expert Antoinette Elliott joins Shannon to share important information parents and caregivers need to know to appropriately support children on the autism spectrum. Today’s jargon is Adaptive Skills. 00:00 Disclaimer 00:31 Show Intro & Welcome 00:55 Today’s Topic: Child Care Support 01:16 About Shannon & Neurodiversity 02:05 Autism Live Mission & Community 02:58 Why […]

Autism Live: Antoinette Elliott

Childcare expert Antoinette Elliot joins Shannon to share important information parents and caregivers need to know to appropriately support children on the autism spectrum. Today’s jargon is Adaptive Skills.

Ask Dr Doreen: What do the Diagnostic Numbers Mean?

00:00 Intro & Welcome
00:52 Dr. Doreen’s Background in Autism
01:53 How to Watch & Join the Show
03:05 Podcast + Ad-Free Option
03:54 Event Announcement: All Ghouls Gala
06:16 Conference Preview (ABA International)
09:05 Whole Child Approach & Medical Needs
12:34 Topic Introduction: Autism Severity Numbers
13:24 How Autism Diagnosis Works (2 Domains)
16:27 Repetitive Behaviors Explained
20:20 What Severity Levels (1–3) Mean
22:19 Why Some Diagnoses Only Show One Number
26:05 Parent Issue: Missing Severity Numbers
30:11 Concerns About Labeling Kids by “Levels”
31:40 Why the Numbers Exist (Support Needs)
35:35 When Sharing Severity Levels Is Helpful
37:05 Why Levels Should NOT Define Identity
37:51 Parent Conflict Over Comparing Children
40:13 How to Talk About Differences Respectfully
46:25 Sensitivity Around Labels & “Disorder”
49:45 Why Diagnosis Matters for Support
51:11 School Denying IEP for Level 1 Child
54:36 Medical vs Educational Support Differences
56:30 How to Fight for an IEP (Legal Rights)
58:30 Closing & Next Episode Preview

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