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Deprescribing #110, Beth Koenig, When Autism Doesn't Speak
When Autism Doesn't Speak: Rethinking Behavior, Communication, and Medication, Beth Koenig
Many autistic individuals who are nonverbal or have childhood apraxia of speech are misunderstood.
(Apraxia is a neurological condition where a person has difficulty planning and carrying out purposeful movements, even though they may have the strength, understanding, and desire to do the movement.)
Behaviors are often treated as problems instead of attempts to communicate, and medications may be prescribed without addressing the underlying challenges.
Beth Koenig is joining Deprescribing for the second time to share her perspective on nonverbal autism, apraxia, communication barriers, and why understanding the "why" behind behaviors is essential. Together, we explore how better assessment, appropriate supports, and a deeper understanding of autism can reduce unnecessary medication while improving quality of life for autistic individuals and their families.
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We are doing a weekly Deprescribing class to help people find better solutions for their health.We have weekly topics or guest speakers.Join live on Mondays at 11AM PT / 2PM ESTDeprescribing: to taper or stop medications with the intention to achieve improved health outcomes.Sign up to receive the zoom link and announcements at https://www.DeprescribingPharmacist.orgOr watch the recordings here on bitchute. https://www.bitchute.com/DePrescribingpharmacistJoin our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DeprescribingPharmacist/Dr Leyla Ali is a pharmacist and author of: Off Balance, the American Way of Health, A Pharmacist’s Perspective on Why Drugs Don’t Work. and The So You’ve been Diagnosed with Cancer and now You’re in a Panic Handbook, an Overview of Options.Available on amazon or on her website:website: www.DeprescribingPharmacist.orgcontact: [email protected]
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By Dr Leyla AliWhen Autism Doesn't Speak: Rethinking Behavior, Communication, and Medication, Beth Koenig
Many autistic individuals who are nonverbal or have childhood apraxia of speech are misunderstood.
(Apraxia is a neurological condition where a person has difficulty planning and carrying out purposeful movements, even though they may have the strength, understanding, and desire to do the movement.)
Behaviors are often treated as problems instead of attempts to communicate, and medications may be prescribed without addressing the underlying challenges.
Beth Koenig is joining Deprescribing for the second time to share her perspective on nonverbal autism, apraxia, communication barriers, and why understanding the "why" behind behaviors is essential. Together, we explore how better assessment, appropriate supports, and a deeper understanding of autism can reduce unnecessary medication while improving quality of life for autistic individuals and their families.
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We are doing a weekly Deprescribing class to help people find better solutions for their health.We have weekly topics or guest speakers.Join live on Mondays at 11AM PT / 2PM ESTDeprescribing: to taper or stop medications with the intention to achieve improved health outcomes.Sign up to receive the zoom link and announcements at https://www.DeprescribingPharmacist.orgOr watch the recordings here on bitchute. https://www.bitchute.com/DePrescribingpharmacistJoin our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DeprescribingPharmacist/Dr Leyla Ali is a pharmacist and author of: Off Balance, the American Way of Health, A Pharmacist’s Perspective on Why Drugs Don’t Work. and The So You’ve been Diagnosed with Cancer and now You’re in a Panic Handbook, an Overview of Options.Available on amazon or on her website:website: www.DeprescribingPharmacist.orgcontact: [email protected]