Autism Weekly Podcast

This week, we are joined by Dr. Claudia Dozier, a Professor in the Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. With a bachelor's degree from Florida State University, a master's degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a doctoral degree from the University of Florida, Dr. Dozier brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. Dr. Dozier's research areas include assessment, treatment, and prevention of behavior disorders, as well as schedules of reinforcement. 

In recognition of her dedication, Dr. Dozier received the Steeples Service to Kansans Award in 2020 for her outstanding contributions to the people of Kansas. Notably, she and her colleagues recently secured a $2.5 million federal grant to provide telehealth services to families with children with autism who engage in disruptive repetitive behavior. Today's episode will focus on the intriguing topic of synchronous schedules of reinforcement.

Resources:

Harper, A. M., Dozier, C. L., Briggs, A. M., Diaz de Villegas, S., Ackerlund Brandt, J. A., & Jowett Hirst, E. S. (2021). Preference for and reinforcing efficacy of different types of attention in preschool children. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 54(3), 882-902.  https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.814

Diaz de Villegas, S. C., Dozier, C. L., Jess, R. L., & Foley, E. A. (2020). An evaluation of synchronous reinforcement for increasing on-task behavior in preschool children. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53(3), 1660-1673.  https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.696

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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 back with part 2 of our conversation with Johanna Staubitz, also known as Joey, who is an assistant professor of the practice in Vanderbilt University's Department of Special Education.

Last Week Recap Topics

1. The contrast between physical guidance and strictness in teaching methods.

Joey's experience as a former special education teacher and school-based behavior analyst guides her approach to practitioner preparation and scientific inquiry. She's also a researcher who focuses on adapting and evaluating intervention procedures to support the social, emotional, and academic skills of children with emotional and behavioral disorders in special education settings. Today we will be discussing Adapting Assessment and Intervention Procedures for Children with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Download to learn more!

Resources: 

LinkedIn: (28) Johanna Staubitz | LinkedIn

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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 Johanna Staubitz, also known as Joey, who is an assistant professor of the practice in Vanderbilt University's Department of Special Education. Joey's experience as a former special education teacher and school-based behavior analyst guides her approach to practitioner preparation and scientific inquiry. She's also a researcher who focuses on adapting and evaluating intervention procedures to support the social, emotional, and academic skills of children with emotional and behavioral disorders in special education settings. Today we will be discussing Adapting Assessment and Intervention Procedures for Children with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Download to learn more!

Resources: 

LinkedIn: (28) Johanna Staubitz | LinkedIn

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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. Annette Estes, the director of the UW Autism Center and a licensed psychologist in the state of Washington. Dr. Estes is committed to clinical services, research, and training to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families across the lifespan. 

Today, we will be discussing sleep in autism and NIH-funded research studying sleep; possible sex differences in sleep, and caregiver strategies to support sleep in autistic children. Dr. Estes is the principal investigator on two intervention studies for very young children with early signs of autism, and she is also co-principal investigator with Dr. Stephen Dager of the University of Washington site of the Infant Brain Imaging Study network. Download to learn more!

 Resources:

How much sleep do you really need?. National Sleep Foundation. (2021,

February 15). https://www.thensf.org/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-you-reallyneed/

What is sleep quality? National Sleep Foundation. (2020, November 1).

https://www.thensf.org/what-is-sleep-quality/

            At the UW Autism Center we have a recorded webinar for providers on Sleep and Autism as well as groups for parents to learn more about supporting their children.  www.uwautism.org

Vanderbilt Toolkit for Sleep Problems and ASD

https://vkc.mc.vanderbilt.edu/assets/files/resources/sleepasd.pdf

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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 excited to have Lisa Wallace, the Clinical Director of the Tadpole Research Project at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, with us. With over 20 years of experience, Lisa has been providing intensive behavioral intervention for toddlers with autism and conducting training sessions for educators and speech/language pathologists. Her expertise in fostering autonomy and effective communication in children with autism will guide our discussion on teaching kids the power of "no." Download to learn more!

Resources:

vkclearning.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 welcome Priya, Danielle, and Hannah – accomplished former Behavior Technicians turned BT Recruiters. Priya embarked on her ABA therapy journey in 2014, swiftly ascending to the role of Lead RBT at two different ABA providers. Driven by her dedication to children's well-being, Danielle transitioned from a behavior technician to a Senior Recruiter, linking skilled ABA professionals with families in need.  

Lastly, Hannah, holder of a BS in Psychology from Dallas Christian College, possesses a rich background as a BT, RBT, and RBT Trainer. With a seamless pivot to the administrative side of ABA, she brings two years of recruitment expertise driven by her passion for nurturing child development. Today, at ABS Kids, they collaboratively usher new talents into the ABA world, sourcing exceptional Behavior Technicians to uplift children and families. Welcome to the podcast, Danielle, Hannah & Priya! 

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/priya-daniel-25601989/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-f-56543652

(26) Danielle McNally | LinkedIn

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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 excited to have Dr. Pellecchia, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. She's a licensed clinical psychologist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and BCBA. Her research is focused on partnering with community stakeholders to develop feasible, sustainable, and effective implementation strategies in community settings. Dr. Pellecchia's most recent body of work centers around developing strategies to improve the implementation of parent coaching and successfully engaging parents of young children with autism in their child’s treatment. Today, she shares her insights and expertise on the de-implementation of compliance training in autism therapy and the shift towards more individualized approaches. Download to learn more!

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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 Lisa, a dedicated autism parent who, for 12 years, experienced constant anxiety and self-doubt following her son's ASD diagnosis. As a single mom raising neurodivergent twin boys, she understands the challenges intimately. Through coaching, Lisa discovered the importance of self-care, digging deep into triggers, and creating new empowering beliefs. Today, she shares her journey and how coaching transformed her approach to autism parenting. Download to learn more!

Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/theautismmomcoach/

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This week, we are joined by Lauren Hough Williams. Lauren is the Executive Director of the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education, better known as PINE, an online platform which provides training and support to schools and districts committed to building more neuro-inclusive schools. Lauren is an autism and inclusion specialist, but first, she is an educator. She began her career as a special educator for the NYC Department of Education before working for over a decade to define, refine, and expand the NYU ASD Nest Support Project. Her development process includes partnering with the neurodivergent community to shift the paradigm in special education from a focus on deficit to a focus on strengths. From Lauren’s experience working with educators, she has seen that those who know better can do better. She is committed to helping school systems understand the needs of their neurodiverse students so that they can build inclusive classrooms where everyone can thrive. Download to learn more!

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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 Kari Lentchner. Kari is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has been working with ABS Kids for two years and serving as an Assistant Director for almost five months. Kari's journey in the field of ABA and autism started about 8 years ago while she was living in New York. In this episode, Kari shares her experience of working in the field and seeing the progress of her clients. We will discuss all the skills Kari developed as a Behavior Technician and how they can help anyone in other careers and settings. Download to learn more! 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kari-lentchner-aaa697203/

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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.