Autism Live

Shannon shares 10…really 13 tips on what to do when you’re on a holiday break and your kids have less services.  It can be a time of seclusion and frustration OR it can be a time to create new connections with your child!

On Today’s show Shannon gives tips for a great GFCF Thanksgiving and just a great Thanksgiving in general. Today’s jargon is Inhibition.

 Naomi Riley joins Shannon on today’s show to talk about Differential Disabilities, Mental Health and Free EDU Resources.  Naomi Riley is a brain injury survivor turned influential motivational speaker, and her work is especially relevant for educators. As the founder of Text Pledge, a nonprofit based in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, Naomi focuses on addressing critical social issues in schools, from distracted driving to gun violence. Her 10 pledges encourage students to practice compassion, speak up against injustice, and support others during crises—values that resonate deeply within the education community.  The jargon of the day is Visual Supports.

Shannon shares her top resources for support, information and all things related to supporting a child/teen/adult on the autism spectrum.

Lana Ferris joins Shannon to talk about Aphantasia, Autistic Burnout, and her personal experience as a mother who is Autistic.  Today’s jargon term is Working Memory.

In this episode, Shannon explains the top ten things that the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act provides.

Judi Uttal from Autism in Entertainment joins Shannon to talk about problems associated with Social Security for individuals with Developmental Disabilities attempting to work.  This is  a very important topic and Judi has some critical information to share.  Judi also shares an update on what Autism in Entertainment has been able to accomplish thus far.  The jargon of the day is Three Term Contingency.

Earthquakes, floods, and storms happen. Loved ones and pets die.  Helping our children through the aftermath of these events is often overwhelming for parents.  This is especially true for parents of children with speech, social and/or cognitive delays.  Shannon gives us her favorite top ten tips she has learned from the experts.  They may not all work for your child, but hopefully at least one will.

David Humphrey joins Shannon to give an update on the P2i project.  What do we know about autism that we didn’t know 4 years ago.  Additionally, what has this research uncovered having to do with chronic disease?  David shares  how he and others are keeping Dr. Bernie Rimland’s vision for autism alive. 

On today's show, Shannon Penrod talks about the double edged sword of compliance.  Is it possible to teach a child to be obedient while still teaching them how to be an effective self-advocate?  Yes, but it takes some work and  mindfulness…it’s worth it. Join us at 10am Wednesday!