Autism Weekly Podcast

This week, we are joined by Katie York, also known as The Distracted Autistic. Katie is also the founder of Harford County Neurodivergents, a community group located in Maryland. Katie is also an educator, student, advocate, and community organizer with nearly fifteen years’ experience in community college workforce training programs. Katie's autistic voice will help us explore the diverse interests of the neurodivergent community. Download to learn more! 

Resources:

• "I Will Die On This Hill: Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World" By Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards

https://us.jkp.com/products/i-will-die-on-this-hill

• "Sincerely, Your Autistic Child: What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew About Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity" Editors: Emily Paige Ballou, Sharon DaVanport, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu  

Author: Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network

https://www.beacon.org/Sincerely-Your-Autistic-Child-P1685.aspx

• “The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future”
  

https://us.jkp.com/products/the-autism-and-neurodiversity-self-advocacy-handbook

• “Civic Engagement Toolbox For Self-Advocates” from the Autistic Self Advocacy Network

https://autisticadvocacy.org/policy/toolkits/civic/

• “How To Call Your Representatives When You Have Social Anxiety” Instagram comic

https://www.instagram.com/p/CA_vVqEBJI-/?img_index=11

• Partners in Policymaking
  

Folks can also see if their local developmental disabilities council offers a state-specific version of this training. For example, I am currently a partner in Maryland’s program: http://www.thearcmd.org/partners/

• Center for Parent Information and Resources
  

https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/

• SECAC/SEAC
  

More info: https://www.wrightslaw.com/heath/state.advisory.panel.htm

Maryland’s is called the “Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee” (SECAC) and each county school system has their own, in addition to the statewide SECAC.

Refer to your states “Special Education Advisory Council” or SEAC

LGBTQ+ &/or BIPOC Autism Related Resources

• The Trevor Project
  

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

• Trans Life Line
  

https://awnnetwork.org/resource-library/

• Association for Autism and Neurodiversity
  

https://aane.org/events/?_event_type=support-groups&_identity_post=lgbtq-plus&_price=free-2

https://aane.org/events/?_event_type=support-groups&_identity_post=bipoc&_price=free-2

• Color of Autism Foundation

Non-Profit 501(c)3 organization committed to educating and assisting African American families with Autistic children

https://thecolorofautism.org/

• Brown on the Spectrum
  

https://www.facebook.com/brwnonthespctrm/

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This week, we are joined by Dr. Judy Van de Water, a leading immunologist and autism researcher at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Van de Water has dedicated her career to understanding the immunological underpinnings of autism, exploring the role of maternal immune activation and autoantibodies in brain development. Join us as we delve into her groundbreaking research and uncover the fascinating connections between the immune system and autism spectrum disorders. Download to learn more!

Resources: 

• LinkedIn - @MARAbio

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This week, we are joined by Judith Ursitti who is the Vice President of Government Affairs for CASP, the Council of Autism Service Providers. Formerly a CPA, Judith transitioned into autism advocacy when her son, Jack, was diagnosed at age 2. With over a decade of experience, she's been a driving force behind autism-related legislation in numerous states. Judith's accolades include the Margaret Bauman, MD Award and the Autism Advocacy in Action Award. Today, we'll discuss profound autism, advocacy, and treatment considerations, spotlighting the impactful work of the Autism Science Foundation. Download episode to learn more!!

Resources 

Council of Autism Service Providers | CASP (casproviders.org)

(26) Judith Ursitti, CPA | LinkedIn

https://twitter.com/CASProviders

Council of Autism Service Providers - CASP | Boston MA | Facebook

The Council of Autism Service Providers (@casproviders) • Instagram photos and videos

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This week we welcome Dr. Matthew Wappett to the podcast to talk with us about strategies for community inclusion and belonging. Dr. Wappett is a researcher, a writer, and an educator in leadership, stress management, and inclusion. His expertise in Disability Studies informs his approach to "compassionate leadership," which has been taught in a variety of organizations and classrooms but is also completely relevant in our everyday lives. Dr. Wappett's research also looks at the impacts of laughter as a stress-reduction technique and a tool to create social inclusion. Download the latest episode to learn more! 

Resources: 

Learn more about Dr. Wappett: https://www.matthewwappett.com/about

learn more about laughter yoga on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewwappett

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This week, we are joined by Dr. Emily Casanova, who is a recent addition to the Neuroscience program and the Department of Psychological Sciences at Loyola University, New Orleans. With a background in psychology, anatomy, and neurobiology, Dr. Casanova's research focuses on autism, including its connections to hereditary connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and the study of major autism susceptibility genes. Download to learn more! 

Resources:

Twitter: @EmLyWill

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Daniel Vogt, a leading researcher in the field of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Vogt's work focuses on understanding the genetic and cellular aspects of autism, which can be incredibly valuable for parents and caregivers looking to support their children effectively. Join us as we delve into this fascinating world of research and learn how it can make a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and their families. Download episode to learn more!

Resources:

Autism Research Institute 

https://autism.org/  

Simon’s Foundation 

https://www.sfari.org/  

Organization for Autism Research 

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Ariana DeAngelis, the Training Manager at The Autism Project. She's on a mission to educate people worldwide about autism, from teachers to doctors to businesspeople. With her background in Special Education and a commitment to continuous learning, Ariana is making a significant impact in the autism community. The topic for this week's episode is Elopement and The Autism Project's grant with the Department of Justice. Download episode to learn more! 

Resources:

Homepage - The Autism Project

Twitter: @AutismProjectRI                     

Facebook: @theautismproject                    

Instagram: @theautismprojectri

Youtube: @TheAutismProject

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by the dynamic duo Kim Hughes and Amy Roberts who are ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologists. Kim brings 23 years of experience, specializing in children with language disorders, ADHD, ASD, and Dyslexia. Amy, with nearly two decades in the field, focuses on articulation disorders and loves weaving yoga concepts into her sessions. They are both about incorporating movement, play, yoga, and sensory activities into therapy, achieving remarkable results. They have been practicing yoga for many years and have both received their 200-hour yoga teacher training certifications. In today’s episode we will discuss the benefits of using yoga to improve communication skills in children with autism. Download to learn more!

Resources:

About Us (talkyogaslp.com)

• "Yoga Therapy for Children with Autism and Special Needs" Louise Goldberg

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Angelica Gilmore, a BCBA at ABS Kids from Southern California with a fascinating journey. She holds a BA in Anthropology from CSU Channel Islands and a Master's degree in ABA from National University. With nearly 5 years of experience in the field and 2 years as a BCBA, Angelica is passionate about making a positive impact in the world, particularly within the autistic community. Her dedication and love for this cause have led her to embark on incredible volunteer work with the Global Autism Project in India, specifically in Delhi and Chandigarh. Today, we'll delve into her inspiring journey, her experiences working with autistic individuals internationally, and the valuable insights she's gained from her work. Listen to this inspirational discussion now!

Resources

LinkedIn: Angelica Gilmore | LinkedIn

Learn more about the Global Autism Project: globalautismproject.org

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Vanessa Rentschler, an audiology expert from Portland, Oregon, with a wealth of experience and a Doctor of Audiology Degree from Salus University. Dr. Rentschler specializes in improving hearing and listening skills through direct auditory training. Today, she'll discuss neurodiversity-affirming assessment and treatment for auditory processing difficulties. We'll explore how auditory struggles, whether due to hearing loss, head injuries, or neurodivergence, can impact communication and learning. Listen to learn more!

Resources:

Sound Sensitivity - YouTube

Auditory Assessment: Diagnostic auditory processing test protocols (adapted for individual needs) guide differential diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Functional listening assessments can effectively inform school/employment accommodation recommendations. Comprehensive consulting on both clinical services and educational advocacy can help individuals and families navigate systems and obtain appropriate support. 

Auditory Remediation: Brainstem pathways involved in processing differences between the ears can be effectively trained with evidence-based auditory training tasks. Synchronized and balanced listening with both ears is a pre-requisite function for filtering out noise from speech, among other auditory functions (like localization). Explicit training on speech sounds and sensorimotor timing is also effective in reducing listening effort and improving understanding.

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Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.