On this first new episode of 2024, Shannon welcomes Cassin Gonzales to the show to talk about a new program in California designed to help parents and caregivers face stressors and challenges while helping their children on the autism spectrum.  Parents of newly diagnosed children are encouraged to register for the 7 week virtual class by visiting:  https://dornsife.usc.edu/autismfs-lab/research/

Autism Live 1.8.23: Jargon of the Day and Special Guest Cassie Gonzalez

The #1 rated autism podcast worldwide. Autism Live’s mission is to provide information and inspiration to the larger autism community, that starts with individuals on the spectrum but includes everyone who loves and cares for those individuals.  Host Shannon Penrod shares the Jargon of the Day, interviews with experts, community events and much more.  Viewers are invited to interact live to address questions, concerns and topics of interests.

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Vince Redmond, LMFT joins to talk about the importance of Self Care for everyone on the spectrum and for the individuals SUPPORTING individuals on the spectrum…this includes parents, relatives, loved-ones, teachers, therapists, sibling, and significant others!  Shannon shares the Jargon of the Day:  Systematic Desensitization.

Autism Live 4.29.24: Vince Redmond

For the first time, Shannon welcomes Christine and Abbey Romeo form Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum". Shannon discusses the jargon Masking. 

Autism Live 4.26.24: Christine and Abbey Romeo

Autism expert, Jennifer Yakos joins Shannon to talk about education and training those with individuals on the spectrum. How can people get more training? Shannon presents the jargon term "Celeration" for the first time. 

Autism Live 4. 25.24: Jennifer Yakos

Autism expert Marcy Fibrow joins the program to talk about supporting autism in the classroom.  What is the evaluation you can ask for to qualify for a 1:1 aide and much more.  Shannon shares the Jargon of the Day: Premack Prinicple

Autism Live 4.24.24: Marcy Fibrow

Lillian Carrier joins Shannon to talk about Ourtism, the non-profit started by Lillian and sister Chloe to support neurodivergent individuals. For more information visit: https://www.ourtism.org/.

Autism Live 1.8.23: Jargon of the Day and Special Guest Cassie Gonzalez

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