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Let's Talk About AutismWanderingIn this episode, let’s talk about why autistic individuals wander, how to keep them safe and ways to respond if wandering has occurred.
References:
Arky, B. (2020, August 18). Autism Plus Wandering. Child Mind Institute. https://childmind.org/article/autism-plus-wandering/.
Arky, B. (2020, November 19). What Families and Society Can Do to Protect Autistic Children from Wandering. Child Mind Institute. https://childmind.org/article/what-families-and-society-can-do-to-protect-wandering-autistics/.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2019, September 18). Disability and Safety: Information on Wandering (Elopement). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandsafety/wandering.html.
McLaughlin, L., Rapoport, E., Keim, S. A., & Adesman, A. (2020). Wandering by...2023-06-0504 minLet's Talk About AutismIncidental teachingIn this episode, let’s talk about incidental teaching, its purpose and how to implement it in a child’s everyday life.
References:
Steinbrenner, J.R., Hume, K., Odom, S.L., Morin, K.L., Nowell, S.W., Tomaszewski, B., Szendrey, S., McIntyre, N.S., Yücesoy-Özkan, S., & Savage, M.N. (2020). Evidence-based practices for children, youth, and young adults with autism. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute & National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice Review
Team. Retrieved 19 May 2022 from https://ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/sites/ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/files/imce/documents/EBP%20Re...2023-04-3004 minLet's Talk About AutismStimmingIn this episode, let’s talk about what stimming is, why it happens, and how to reduce stimming.
References:
Kapp, S., Steward, R., Crane, L., Elliott, D., Elphick, C., Pellicano, E., & Russell, G. (2019). People should be allowed to do what they like: Autistic adults’ views and experiences of stimming. Autism, 23(7), 1782-1792. doi: 10.1177/1362361319829628.
Masiran, R. (2018). Stimming behaviour in a 4-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder. BMJ Case Reports, bcr–2017–223671. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2017-223671.
https://childmind.org/
Let’s Talk About Autism is on Instagram. Click https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutautismpodcast/ to follow so you can stay tuned for new episodes, extras and much more...2023-03-0505 minLet's Talk About AutismThe Double Empathy ProblemIn this episode, let’s talk about Dr. Damien Milton’s theory of the Double Empathy Problem that poses the thought that not only do autistic individuals struggle to understand non-autistic individuals, it might actually work both ways.
References:
DeBrabander, K. M., Morrison, K. E., Jones, D. R., Faso, D. J., Chmielewski, M., and Sasson, N. J. 2019. Do first impressions of autistic adults differ between autistic and nonautistic observers? Autism Adulthood 1:250–7. doi: 10.1089/aut.2019.0018
Milton, D. E. M., Heasman, B., and Sheppard, E. 2020. “Double empathy,” in Encyclopedia of Autism Spectrum Disorders, ed F. R. Volkmar (New York, NY: Springer). p. 1–9. doi: 10.1007/978-1-4614-6435...2023-02-1205 minLet's Talk About AutismExploring independence as teenagers - Part 2In this episode, let’s talk about how building on the skills learned as children can support teenagers’ independence and how to decide when they are ready.
References:
Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Developing community mobility and driving with youth on the autism spectrum: A psychosocial perspective. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 28(2), 91-96. https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2020.1798506.
Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Traversing the community is uncertain, socially complex and exhausting: Autistic youth describe experiences of travelling to participate in their communities. Journal of Transport & Health, 18, Article 100922. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jth.2020.100922.
Haas, K...2023-01-2205 minLet's Talk About AutismExploring independence as children - Part 1In this episode, let’s talk about what skills autistic children can develop to navigate an independent life.
References:
Gallimore, D. (2017). The essential guide to safe travel-training for children with autism and intellectual disabilities. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Developing community mobility and driving with youth on the autism spectrum: A psychosocial perspective. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 28(2), 91-96. https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2020.1798506.
Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). ‘In their own time’: Parents gently push their autistic youth towards independent community mobility and participation. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 50(8), 2806-2818...2023-01-0805 minLet's Talk About AutismStarting schoolIn this episode, let’s talk about the practical steps to make the transition to school smooth for all involved.
References:
Johora, F.T. (2021). The preschool teacher’s assumptions about a child’s ability or disability: Finding a pedagogical password for inclusion. Early Years. https://doi.org/10.1080/09575146.2021.1922991.
Kemp, C.R. (2016). Early childhood inclusion in Australia. Infants & Young Children, 29(3), 178-187. https://doi.org/10.1097/IYC.0000000000000062.
Kwon, K., Hong, S., & Jeon, H. (2017). Classroom readiness for successful inclusion: Teacher factors and preschool children’s experience with and attitudes toward peers with disabilities. Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 31(3), 360-378. https://doi.org/10.1080/02568543.2017.1309480.
Mackenzie, M., Cologon...2022-12-1103 minLet's Talk About AutismGetting a good night’s sleepIn this episode, let’s talk about common sleep problems, their impact, and ways to help them to get a good night’s sleep.
Resources
https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/health-wellbeing/sleep/sleep-for-children-with-asd
https://raisingchildren.net.au/school-age/sleep/better-sleep/sleep-relaxation
References
Coumo, B.M., Vaz, S., Lee, E.A.L., Thompson, C., Rogerson, J.M., & Falkmer, T. (2017). Effectiveness of sleep-based interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-synthesis. Pharmacotherapy, 37(5), 555-578. doi: 10.1002/phar.1920.
Papadopoulos, N., Scibberas, E., Hiscock, H., Mulraney, M., McGillivray, J., & Rinehart, N. (2019). The effi...2022-11-1304 minLet's Talk About AutismLosing a loved one to deathIn this episode, let’s talk about what grief might look like for autistic individuals, how to talk about the death of a loved one and how to support them with the grieving process.
Resources:
Finding your own way to grieve by Karla Helbert - A practical and visual activity workbook for autistic children and young people.
How people with autism grieve and how to help: an insider handbook by Deborah Lipsky
References:
Hume, K., Regan, T., Megronigle, L., & Rhinehalt, C. (2016). Supporting Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Grief and Loss. Teaching Exceptional Children, 48(3), 128-136.
Koehler, K. (2016). Supporting children and yo...2022-10-1704 minLet's Talk About Autism4 Males to every 1 Female: the Gender Bias Towards Males in Autism DiagnosesIn this episode, let’s talk about why many autistic females are being misdiagnosed or receiving a diagnosis too late in life, and therefore missing out on timely support.
References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596
Attwood, T. (2006). Autism and Asperger syndrome: preparing for adulthood. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 47(2), 223-224. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469- 7610.2006.00452.x
Frazier, T. W., & Hardan, A. Y. (2017). Equivalence of symptom dimensions in females and males with autism. Autism: the international journal of research an...2022-09-0404 min
Let's Talk About AutismWhat is Gestalt Language Processing with speech pathologist, Natalie LoveIn this episode, Natalie Love from Kids Spot Speech Pathology shares her vast knowledge of Gestalt Language processing, and how she is supporting autistic children and their families.
Resources mentioned:
Natural Language Acquisition on the Autism Spectrum: The Journey from Echolalia to Self-generated Language by Marge Blanc (2012)
Meaningful speech courses;
https://www.meaningfulspeech.com/
https://www.meaningfulspeech.com/handbook
Natalie Love is a speech pathologist who works at Kids Spot Speech Pathology @kidsspot_speech_pathology. This clinic is based in Bondi Junction, Sydney NSW.
She...2022-07-3122 minLet's Talk About AutismDepression and AutismIn this episode, let’s talk about why depression is unrecognisable in autistic individuals, how to recognise the signs of depression and how to support autistic individuals experiencing depression and low mood.
References:
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/depression/treatments-for-depression
Hudson, C. C., Hall, L., & Harkness, K. L. (2018). Prevalence of depressive disorders in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis. Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology, 10.1007/s10802-018-0402-1 [doi]
Matson, J.L., & Williams, L.W. (2014). Depression and mood disorders among persons with autism spectrum disorders. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 35(9), 2003-2...2022-07-1805 min
Let's Talk About AutismTalking autism with Sonya Coffey as a speech pathologist - Part 2In this episode, my conversation with Sonya Coffey from Finding Our Voice continued.
Echolalia - People with echolalia repeat noises and phrases that they hear.
Sonya Coffey is a speech pathologist who works at Finding Our Voice. Her clinic is based in North Perth, Western Australia.
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Disclaimer: I...2022-06-2717 min
Let's Talk About AutismTalking autism with Sonya Coffey as a speech pathologistIn this episode, I was fortunate enough to talk to Sonya Coffey from Finding Our Voice, who kindly gave insight into her role as a speech pathologist, and how she is supporting autistic individuals and their families.
DLD – Developmental Language Disorder
Sonya Coffey is a speech pathologist who works at Finding Our Voice. Her clinic is based in North Perth, Western Australia.
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For...2022-06-1316 min
Let's Talk About AutismFussy EatingIn this episode, let’s talk about why autistic children find food and eating difficult and some possible solutions for overcoming these difficulties.
References:
Haines, J., Haycraft, E., Lytle, L., Nicklaus, S., Kok, F.J., Merdji, M., Fisberg, M., Moreno, L.A., Goulet, O., & Hughes, S.O. (2019). Nurturing children’s healthy eating: Position statement. Appetite, 137, 124-133. doi: 10.1016/j.appet.2019.02.007.
Mallan, K.M., Jansen, E., Harris, H., Llewellyn, C., Fildes, A., & Daniels, L.A. (2018). Feeding a fussy eater: Examining longitudinal bidirectional relationships between child fussy eating and maternal feeding practices. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 43(10), 1138-114...2022-05-1604 minLet's Talk About AutismThe road to getting support from the NDISIn this episode, let’s talk about what the NDIS is, who’s eligible, the application process as well as the steps to creating the NDIS plan.
References:
Calder, S., Ward, R., Jones, M., Johnston, J., & Claessen, M. (2018). The uses of outcome measures within multidisciplinary early childhood intervention services: A systematic review. Disability and Rehabilitation, 40(22), 2599-2622. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1353144.
Centre for Community Child Health, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne (2011). DEECD early childhood intervention reform project: Literature review. Melbourne: Communications Division for Programs and Partnerships Division, Victorian Department of Education and Early Ch...2022-05-0206 minLet's Talk About AutismInterventionsIn this episode, let’s talk about Applied Behaviour Analysis, Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention and Discrete Trial Training.
References:
Child Mind Institute (2019). The controversy around ABA. New York: Child Mind Institute. Retrieved 29 June 2020 from https://childmind.org/article/controversy-around-applied-behavior-analysis/.
DeFilippis, M., & Wagner, K. D. (2016). Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children and Adolescents. Psychopharmacology bulletin, 46(2), 18–41.
Makrygianni, M.K., Gena, A., Katoudi, S., & Galanis, P. (2018). The effectiveness of applied behavior analytic interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analytic study. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 51, 18-31. doi:10.1016/j.rasd.2018.03.006.
Wong...2022-04-1107 minLet's Talk About AutismIs Global Developmental Delay another term for Autism?In this episode, let’s talk about what GDD is, its characteristics and how it compares to autism.
References:
Amor, D.J. (2018). Investigating the child with intellectual disability. Journal of Paediatric and Child Health, 54, 1154-1158. doi: 10.1111/jpc.14202.
Choo, Y. Y., Agarwal, P., How, C. H., & Yeleswarapu, S. P. (2019). Developmental delay: identification and management at primary care level. Singapore medical journal, 60(3), 119–123. https://doi.org/10.11622/smedj.2019025
Glascoe, F.P., Marks, K.P., & Bauer, N. (2016). Developmental-behavioral screening and surveillance. In R.M. Kliegman, B.F. Stanton, J.W. St Geme & N.F. Schor (Eds), Nelso...2022-03-2804 minLet's Talk About AutismWalk for AutismIn this episode, let’s talk about what the Walk for Autism is and where your generous donations end up.
Reference:
https://www.walkforautism.org.au/
To donate, click on this link: https://www.walkforautism.org.au/fundraisers/letstalkaboutautism
Let’s Talk About Autism is now on Instagram. Click https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutautismpodcast/ to follow so you can stay tuned for new episodes, extras and much more!
For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.
Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a st...2022-02-2004 minLet's Talk About AutismHiring autistic peopleIn this episode, let’s talk about why autistic people are employable and how the recruitment process can be better designed to accommodate everyone.
References:
Autism Society. (2019). Employment. Retrieved from https://www.autism-society.org/living-with-autism/autism-through-the-lifespan/adulthood/employment/.
Fletcher-Watson, S., Adams, J., Brook, K., Charman, T., Crane, L., Cusack, J., Leekam, S., Milton, D., Parr, J. R., Pellicano, E. (2019). Making the future together: Shaping autism research through meaningful participation. Autism, 23(4), 943–953.
Hedley, D., Cai, R., Uljarević, M., Wilmot, M., Spoor, J. R., Richdale, A., Dissanayake, C. (2018). Transition to work: Perspectives from the autis...2022-02-0606 minLet's Talk About AutismThe Neurodiversity MovementIn this episode, let’s talk about the aims of the neurodiversity movement and why this perspective is a step in the right direction.
References:
Burnham Riosa, P., Chan, V., Maughan, A., Stables, V., Albaum, C., and Weiss, J. A. (2017). Remediating deficits or increasing strengths in autism spectrum disorder research: a content analysis. Adv. Neurodeve. Disord. 1, 113–121. doi: 10.1007/s41252-017-0027-3
Bury, S. M., Jellett, R., Spoor, J. R., and Hedley, D. (2020). “It Defines Who I Am” or “It's Something I Have”: What Language Do [Autistic] Australian Adults [on the Autism Spectrum] Prefer?. J. Autism De...2022-01-2304 minLet's Talk About AutismIdentity-first language over person-first languageIn this episode, let’s talk about the possible dangers of using person-first language on autistic individuals and why identity-first language is becoming the more preferred choice of language.
References:
Botha, M., Hanlon, J. & Williams, G.L. Does Language Matter? Identity-First Versus Person-First Language Use in Autism Research: A Response to Vivanti. J Autism Dev Disord (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04858-w
Gernsbacher, M. A. (2017). Editorial perspective: The use of person-first language in scholarly writing may accentuate stigma. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 58(7), 859–861. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.12706.
Haruvi-Lamdan, N., Hore...2022-01-0904 min
Let's Talk About AutismTalking autism with Dr Emma DeCicco as a clinical psychologistIn this episode, my conversation with Dr Emma DeCicco from The Dash Health Hub continued. She kindy gave insight into her role as a clinical psychologist, and how she is supporting parents with autistic children.
Key Terms:
Identity First Language – Autistic person, not a person with Autism
Neurodiversity Affirming – neurodiversity doesn’t see disorders as fixable, rather it is recognised as a part of life. Neurodiversity umbrella includes but isn’t limited to autistic people and ADHDers. It does not aim to mould neurodivergent people into neurotypical people.
The Dash Health Hub is b...2021-12-0517 min
Let's Talk About AutismTalking autism with Dr Emma DeCicco as a parentIn this episode, I was fortunate enough to talk to Dr Emma DeCicco from The Dash Health Hub, who kindly shared her personal experience as a parent with an autistic son.
Key Terms:
Identity First Language – Autistic person, not a person with Autism
Neurodiversity Affirming – neurodiversity doesn’t see disorders as fixable, rather it is recognised as a part of life. The neurodiversity umbrella includes but isn’t limited to autistic people and ADHDers. It does not aim to mould neurodivergent people into neurotypical people.
IEPs - Individual Education Plans
The Da...2021-11-2119 minLet's Talk About AutismTheory of MindIn this episode, let’s talk about what theory of mind is, how it develops and relates to individuals with autism.
References:
Baron-Cohen, S., Leslie, A. M., & Frith, U. (1985). Does the autistic child have a “theory of mind”. Cognition, 21(1), 37-46.
Callejas, A., Shulman, G. L., & Corbetta, M. (2011). False belief vs. false photographs: a test of theory of mind or working memory?. Frontiers in psychology, 2, 316.
Castelli, F., Frith, C., Happé, F., & Frith, U. (2002). Autism, Asperger syndrome and brain mechanisms for the attribution of mental states to animated shapes. Brain, 125(8), 1839-1849.
Leslie, A...2021-11-0706 minLet's Talk About AutismThe importance of an early diagnosis and early interventionsIn this episode, let’s talk about the importance of an early diagnosis and early interventions.
References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5). Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association.
Camarata, S. (2014). Early identification and early intervention in autism spectrum disorders: Accurate and effective? International Journal of Speech-Language
Pathology, 16(1), 1-10, https://doi.org/10.3109/17549507.2013.858773
Fuller, E. A., & Kaiser, A. P. (2020) The Effects of Early Intervention on Social Communication Outcomes for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Meta-analysis. J Autism Dev Disord, 50, 1683-1700. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-019-03927-z...2021-10-2404 minLet's Talk About AutismEmploymentIn this episode, let’s talk about where employment opportunities and support for individuals with autism can be found.
Links:
Xceptional - https://xceptional.io/
Aspect Australia - https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/how-can-we-help/getting-a-job
https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/how-can-we-help/getting-a-job/mentoring-program
Disability Employment Services (DES) - https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/topics/disability-employment-services/51421
Job Access - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/
Employment Assistance Fund - https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/employment-assistance-fund-eaf
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) - https://www.ndis.gov...2021-10-1003 minLet's Talk About AutismDiagnosis of Autism in AdultsIn this episode, let’s talk about how to pursue an autism diagnosis as an adult.
References:
Ayres, M., Parr, J. R., Rodgers, J., Mason, D., Avery, L., & Flynn, D. (2018). A systematic review of quality of life of adults on the autism spectrum. Autism, 22(7), 774–783. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361317714988
Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46(10), 3281–3294. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2872-8
Crane, L., Adams, F., Harper, G., Welch, J., & Pellicano, E. (20...2021-09-2707 minLet's Talk About AutismAnxiety and AutismIn this episode, let’s talk about why anxiety is unrecognised in individuals with autism, how to recognise the signs of anxiety and how to help individuals with autism manage their anxiety symptoms.
References:
Boulter, C., Freeston, M., South, M., & Rodgers, J. (2014). Intolerance of uncertainty as a framework for understanding anxiety in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 44(6), 1391-1402. doi: 10.1007/s10803-013-2001-x.
Ehrenreich-May, J., Storch, E.A., Queen, A.H., Rodriguez, J.H., Ghilain, C.S., Alessandri, M., Lewin, A.B., Arnold, E.B., Mu...2021-09-1306 minLet's Talk About AutismYogaIn this episode, let’s talk about the benefits of yoga for individuals with autism, and how yoga practices can be integrated into daily life.
References:
Radhakrishna, S., Nagarathna, R., & Nagendra, H. R. (2010). Integrated approach to yoga therapy and autism spectrum disorders. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 1(2), 120–124. https://doi.org/10.4103/0975-9476.65089
Semple R. J. (2019). Review: Yoga and mindfulness for youth with autism spectrum disorder: review of the current evidence. Child and adolescent mental health, 24(1), 12–18. https://doi.org/10.1111/camh.12295
Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUNgrw91BlI&ab_channe...2021-08-3005 minLet's Talk About AutismMaking FriendsIn this episode, let’s talk about some ways to help individuals with autism build friendships, and how we can be a good friend.
References:
Conn, C. (2016). Play and friendship in inclusive autism education: Supporting learning and development. Abingdon, UK: Routledge.
Finke, E.H. (2016). Friendship: Operationalizing the intangible to improve friendship-based outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 25(4), 654-663. doi: 10.1044/2016_AJSLP-15-0042.
Leaf, J. (2017). Handbook of social skills and autism spectrum disorder. Assessment, curricula, and intervention. New York: Springer International Publishing. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-62995-7....2021-08-1604 minLet's Talk About AutismAutism in SportIn this episode, let’s talk about autism in sport.
References:
Coster, W., Law, M., Bedell, G., Khetani, M., Cousins, M., & Teplicky, R. (2012). Development of the participation and environment measure for children and youth: Conceptual basis. Disability and Rehabilitation: An International, Multidisciplinary Journal, 34(3), 238–246. https://doi.org/10.3109/09638288.2011.603017
Darcy, S., & Dowse, L. (2013). In search of a level playing field—The constraints and benefits of sport participation for people with intellectual disability. Disability & Society, 28(3), 393–407. https://doi.org/10.1080/09687599.2012.714258
Ferguson, B. R., & Shapiro, S. K. (2016). Using a naturalistic sport context to train social skills in children. Child...2021-08-0206 minLet's Talk About AutismPositive Behaviour SupportIn this episode, let’s talk about an evidence-based behavioural intervention known as Positive Behaviour Support.
References:
Clarke, S., & Dunlap, G. (2008). A descriptive analysis of intervention research published in the Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions: 1999-2005. Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, 10, 67-71. doi: 10.1177/1098300707311810.
LaVigna, G.W., & Willis, T.J. (2012). The efficacy of positive behavioural support with the most challenging behaviour: The evidence and its implications. Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 37(3), 185-195. doi: 10.3109/13668250.2012.696597.
Prior, M., & Roberts, J. (2012). Early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders: Guidelines for good practice. Canberra: Australian Go...2021-07-1905 minLet's Talk About AutismWhy? When? How?In this episode, let’s talk about why, when and how children should learn about their autism diagnosis.
References:
Dundon, R. (2018). Talking with your child about their autism diagnosis: A guide for parents. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kinsley Publishers.
Vermeulen, P. (2013). I am special: Introducing children and young people to their autistic spectrum disorder (2nd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Zaks, Z. (2006). Life and love: Positive strategies for autistic adults. Shawnee, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing.
Wheeler, M. (2020, May). Getting started: Introducing your child to his or her diagnosis of an...2021-07-0506 minLet's Talk About AutismParents - look after yourselvesIn this episode, let’s talk about some ways parents can look after themselves, and the emotional expectations upon learning about your child’s autism diagnosis.
References:
Algood, C.L., Harris, C., & Hong, J.S. (2013). Parenting success and challenges for families of children with disabilities: An ecological systems analysis. Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 23(2), 126-136. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10911359.2012.747408.
Banach, M., Iudice, J., Conway, L., & Couse, L.J. (2010). Family support and empowerment: Post autism diagnosis support group for parents. Social Work with Groups, 33(1), 69-83. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01609510903437383.
2021-06-2004 minLet's Talk About AutismVaccines and AutismIn this episode, let’s talk about where the link between vaccines and autism came from and why the myth still persists, despite ample amounts of research disproving that vaccines can cause autism.
References:
DeStefano, F., Price, C.S., & Weintraub, E.S. (2013). Increasing exposure to antibody-stimulating proteins and polysaccharides in vaccines is not associated with risk of autism. The Journal of Pediatrics, 163(2), 561-567. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2013.02.001.
DeStefano, R., Shimabukuro, T.T. (2019). The MMR vaccine and autism. Ann Rev Virol, 6(1), 1-16.
DeStefano, R. (2007). Vaccines and Autism: Evidence Does Not Support a Causal As...2021-06-1405 minLet's Talk About AutismPlayIn this episode, let’s talk about the different styles of play that can help children with autism to learn, improve and practice new skills and abilities for everyday life.
References:
Gena, A., Papadopoulou, E., Loukrezi, S., & Galanis, P. (2007). The play of children with autism: Theory, assessment and research on treatment. In L.B. Zhao (Ed.), Autism research advances (pp. 1-40). New York: Nova Science.
Grant, R., & Turner-Bumberry, T. (2021). AutPlay therapy social skills groups: A 10-session model. Abingdon, UK: Routledge.
Hampshire, P., & Hourcade, J. (2014). Teaching play skills to children with autism us...2021-05-3106 minLet's Talk About AutismIs it Asperger’s or Autism?In this episode, let’s talk about what Asperger’s syndrome is, the differences between Asperger’s and autism and the support available for individuals.
References:
American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.) [DSM-5]. Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Association Publishing.
de Giambattista, C., Ventura, P., Trerotoli, P. (2019). Subtyping the Autism Spectrum Disorder: Comparison of Children with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome. J Autism Dev Disord, 49, 138–150. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3689-4
Faridi, F., & Khosrowabadi, R. (2017). Behavioural, Cognitive and Neural Markers of Asperger Syndrome. Basic and clin...2021-05-1605 minLet's Talk About AutismSensory OverloadIn this episode, let’s talk about what sensory processing is, the impact sensory processing difficulties have on individuals with autism and the different therapies and support systems available.
References:
Anzalone, M.E. & Lane, S.J. (2011). Sensory Processing Disorder. Ch 24 pp. 437-459 In S.J. Lane & A.C. Bundy (Eds) Kids can be kids: A childhood occupations approach. Philadelphia, PA: FA Davis.
Ashburner, J., Bennett, L., Rodger, S. & Ziviani, J. (2013). Understanding the sensory experiences of young people with autism spectrum disorder: A preliminary investigation. Australian Journal of Occupational Therapy 60, 171-180.
Ashburner, J...2021-05-0906 minLet's Talk About AutismOn the SpectrumIn this episode, let’s talk about what a spectrum disorder is, why autism is a spectrum disorder and what it means to be on the spectrum.
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American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.) [DSM-5]. Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Association Publishing.
Ausderau, K.K., Sideris, J., Little, L.M., Furlong, M., Bulluck, J.C. & Baranek, G.T. (2016). Sensory subtypes and associated outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorders. Autism Research, 9(12), 1316-1327.
Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism...2021-05-0205 minLet's Talk About AutismThe early signs of autismIn this episode, let’s talk about the early signs of autism, what age we expect to see these signs and how they compare to typically developing children.
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Barbaro, J., & Dissanayake, C. (2009). Autism spectrum disorders in infancy and toddlerhood: A review of the evidence on early signs, early identification tools, and early diagnosis. Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, 30, 447-459. doi: 10.1097/DBP.0b013e3181ba0f9f.
Barbaro, J., & Dissanayake, C. (2013). Early markers of autism spectrum disorders in infants and toddlers prospectively identified in the Social Attention and Communication Study (SACS). Autism, 17(1), 64-8...2021-04-1107 min
Let's Talk About AutismHappy World Autism Awareness Day!In this episode, let’s celebrate World Autism Awareness Day!
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Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism
Beaumont R, Sofronoff K. (2013) Multi-modal intervention for social skills training in students with high-functioning ASD: The Secret Agent Society. In: A Scarpa, SW White, T Attwood editors. CBT for Children and Adolescents with High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders New York, United States: Guilford Press. p 173-98.
Gantman A, Kapp SK, Orenski K, Laugeson ES. (2012) Social skills training for young adults with high functioning autism spectrum disorders: A...2021-04-0209 minLet's Talk About AutismOperating a little differentlyIn this episode, let’s talk about what ADHD is, how common autism and ADHD are in individuals, and the cause and impact these co-occurring conditions have on individuals.
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Autism and ADHD. (2017). Autism Spectrum Australia. Retrieved March 24, 2021.
Casanova, M.F., Frye, R.E., Gillberg, C., & Casanova, E.L. (2020). Editorial: Comorbidity and autism spectrum disorder. Frontiers in Psychiatry. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.617395.
Chen, M. H., Wei, H. T., Chen, L. C., Su, T. P., Bai, Y. M., Hsu, J. W., ... & Chen, Y. S. (2015). Autistic spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and psychiatric comorbidities: A...2021-03-2805 minLet's Talk About AutismThe Strengths of AutismIn this episode, let’s talk about the strengths and abilities of individuals with autism and how parents can help encourage these strengths in their child.
References:
American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.) [DSM-5]. Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Association Publishing.
Evers, K., Noens, I., Steyaert, J., & Wagemans, J. (2011). Combining strengths and weaknesses in visual perception of children with an autism spectrum disorder: Perceptual matching of facial expressions. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 5(4), 1327-1342. doi: 10.1016/j.rasd.2011.01.004.
Schopler, E., & Mesibov, G.B. (Eds) (2013). Learning and cognition in...2021-03-2105 minLet's Talk About AutismThe Art of CamouflagingIn this episode, let's talk about why girls camouflage their autism, the effects of camouflaging and how we can show our acceptance towards girls and women with autism.
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Camouflaging. (2021). National Geographic. Retrieved March 12, 2021, https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/camouflage
Hull, L., Petrides, K. V., Allison, C., Smith, P., Baron-Cohen, S., Lai, M. C., Mandy, W. (2017). Putting on my best normal: Social camouflaging in adults with autism spectrum conditions. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorder, 47, 2519-2534.
Hull, L., Petrides, K. V., Mandy, W. (2020). The Female Autism Phenotype and Camouflaging: a Narrative...2021-03-1405 minLet's Talk About AutismAutism in GirlsIn this episode, let’s talk about why we may see less girls with autism and why autism is less recognisable in girls.
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Attwood, T., Grandin, T., & Bolick, T. (2006). Asperger’s’ and Girls. Arlington, Texas, 2006.
Autism and girls. (2021). Autism Awareness Australia. Retrieved March 3, 2021 https://www.autismawareness.com.au/could-it-be-autism/autism-and-girls/
Autism-It's Different in Girls. (2016). Scientific American. Retrieved March 4, 2021. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-it-s-different-in-girls/
Interventions for Girls and Women on the Autism Spectrum. (2019). Simmons University. Retrieved March 4, 2021 https://online.simmons.edu/blog/interventions-girls-women-autism-spectrum/
The Pattern of Abilit...2021-03-0805 minLet's Talk About AutismGetting the diagnosisIn this episode, let’s talk about what is involved in diagnosing autism.
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American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders. 5th ed. Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Association; 2013.
Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved February 23, 2021 https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism/assessment-diagnosis/dsm-5-asd-diagnosis
Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved February 24, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism/assessment-diagnosis/autism-diagnosis
Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved February 25, 2021 https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism/assessment-diagnosis/worried-about-asd
For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - ww...2021-03-0106 minLet's Talk About AutismDispelling the mythsIn this episode, let's talk about two common myths around autism, including all individuals with autism are the same and autism is caused by bad parenting.
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Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism
Autism spectrum disorder: Fighting myths with evidence. (2021). Orygen: The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health.Retrieved February 11, 2021 from https://www.orygen.org.au/Training/Resources/Neurodevelopmental-disorders/Mythbusters/Autism-spectrum-disorder-Fighting-myths-with-evid/Orygen-fighting-myths-about-ASD-with-evidence-myth?ext=.
Bennett M., Webster A.A., Goodall E., & Rowland S. (2018). Translating Autism Myths into Positive Futures. In: Life on...2021-02-2204 minLet's Talk About Autism“I am different. Not less”In this episode, let's talk about more of the myths around autism, such as individuals with autism don’t want relationships, individuals with autism don’t experience the typical full range of emotions and all individuals with autism have Savant syndrome.
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Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism
Autism spectrum disorder: Fighting myths with evidence. (2021). Orygen: The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health.Retrieved February 11, 2021 from https://www.orygen.org.au/Training/Resources/Neurodevelopmental-disorders/Mythbusters/Autism-spectrum-disorder-Fighting-myths-with-evid/Orygen-fighting-myths-about-ASD-with-evidence-myth?ext=.
Common misconceptions. (2021). Autism Asso...2021-02-1407 minLet's Talk About AutismBusting the mythsIn this episode, let's talk about the myths that autism is becoming an epidemic, all individuals with autism are violent and they all have an intellectual disability?
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Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism
Bennett M., Webster A.A., Goodall E., & Rowland S. (2018). Translating Autism Myths into Positive Futures. In: Life on the Autism Spectrum. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-3359-0_1
Common misconceptions. (2021). Autism Association of Western Australia. Retrieved February 5, 2021 from https://www.autism.org.au/what-is-autism/common-misconceptions/
...2021-02-0706 minLet's Talk About AutismWired a little differentlyIn this episode, let's talk about what autism is, the characteristics and if there's a cause.
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Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism
Park, H. R., Lee, J. M., Moon, H. E., Lee, D. S., Kim, B. N., Kim, J., Kim, D. G., & Paek, S. (2016). A Short Review on the Current Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders.Exp Neurobiol, 25(1), 1-13. http://doi.org/10.5607/en.2016.25.1.1
What is autism. (2021). Autism Spectrum Australia. Retrieved January 26, 2021 from https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/ab...2021-01-3105 minLet's Talk About AutismWhere it all began!In the very first episode, let's talk about the history of autism, and how far it's come.
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Harris, J. (2016). The origin and natural history of autism spectrum disorders. Nat Neurosci, 19, 1390-1450. https://doi.org/10.1038/nn.4427
Wolff, S. (2004). The history of autism. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 13, 201-208. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00787-004-0363-5
For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.
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