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Autism Isn’t Something to Fix: A Conversation with Sam Mitchell
- The prevalence and increasing diagnosis rates of autism, now at 1 in 33.
- Personal journey and lived experiences of Sam Mitchell from childhood with autism.
- Recognizing signs and cues of autism in children, including repetitive behaviors, social cue misunderstandings, and sensory sensitivities.
- Practical strategies for supporting children on the spectrum, including therapy options like ABA and the importance of routine and predictability.
- Challenges and misconceptions about autism — including the myth that autism is a disease to be fixed.
- Tips for foster families: identifying autism early, supporting during meltdowns, and creating inclusive environments.
- The range of abilities among individuals with autism, from non-speaking to self-sufficient adults.
- The importance of giving people with autism a fair chance in education and employment.
- How awareness and understanding can shift societal perception and promote acceptance.
- Autism Rocks and Rolls Podcast
- Autism Rocks and Rolls Official Website
- Supporting Autism in the Workplace
- ABA Therapy Explained
- Panhandle Orphan Care Network – Consider donating to provide placement packages
- College Solutions LLC – For college funding support
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By Matt Darrah: Executive Director Panhandle Orphan Care Network- The prevalence and increasing diagnosis rates of autism, now at 1 in 33.
- Personal journey and lived experiences of Sam Mitchell from childhood with autism.
- Recognizing signs and cues of autism in children, including repetitive behaviors, social cue misunderstandings, and sensory sensitivities.
- Practical strategies for supporting children on the spectrum, including therapy options like ABA and the importance of routine and predictability.
- Challenges and misconceptions about autism — including the myth that autism is a disease to be fixed.
- Tips for foster families: identifying autism early, supporting during meltdowns, and creating inclusive environments.
- The range of abilities among individuals with autism, from non-speaking to self-sufficient adults.
- The importance of giving people with autism a fair chance in education and employment.
- How awareness and understanding can shift societal perception and promote acceptance.
- Autism Rocks and Rolls Podcast
- Autism Rocks and Rolls Official Website
- Supporting Autism in the Workplace
- ABA Therapy Explained
- Panhandle Orphan Care Network – Consider donating to provide placement packages
- College Solutions LLC – For college funding support