WE'RE BACK!! Just in time to wrap up Parkinson's Awareness Month, something near and dear to our hearts. We meant to post PD dysphagia management tips and tricks all month....but it literally took us one whole month to remember how to use social media. 100% #typebslps over here. Stay tuned tomorrow for a quick overview of commonly reported dysphagia symptoms in those living with PD as well as our favorite treatment approaches. ...assuming 24 hours is enough time to figure out how to make another post š¤£ -Chelsey and Nicole, ND FEES and Swallow Diagnostics ā¤ļø #FEES #medslp #dysphagia #swallowologist #slpgrad #slp2be #slppeeps #dysphagiatherapy #speechpathology #speechlanguagepathology #acuteslp #slp #dysphagiaawareness #parkinsonsawareness #snfslp
Which one strikes you as the most helpful? . There are many accommodations ND children can and should have. These are ones that are often needed, but that no one seems to ever think about. They are not on any lists or drop down menus, but they can be very helpful. . #autismparenting #autism #autistic #specialeducation #sped #spedtribe #OCD #phobia #agoraphobia #GAD #generalizedanxietydisorder #socialanxiety #earlyintervention #Education #ADHD #autismacceptance #sensoryprocessing #ADHDBrain #slplife #parenting #trauma #traumainformed #anxiety #speechtherapy #slppeeps #slp2be #ASD #spectrum #autismspectrum #acceptance
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It's no secret there is a shortage of qualified SLPs, but it's even more prevalent in rural areas. Because of this, students don't consistently get the quality speech and language services they need. We are on a mission to bring experienced, qualified SLPs who are passionate about making a difference to these districts. Learn more about us at www.speechconsultantsnw.com #schoolslps #specialed #slppeeps
Do you use multimodal communication (combination of pictures, signs, gestures, visuals) to support your students language? Once a student has an iPad or dedicated speech device, we donāt have to get rid of pictures or their old system! I encourage ALL modes of communication. Parents wanted a simple choice board for home. This student has an AAC device but they wanted a quick way to present two choices without having to navigate through pages on their students iPad. It took me 15 minutes to make! I airdropped some pictures (taken by the parents), printed/laminated them, & added some Velcro to these thick laminate boards. Simple as that! #slppeeps #visualsupports #visualqueen #speechtherapy #aac #communication #slp2b #slpnow #speechies #slp #speechpathology #home #autism #learning #sped #education #speech #april
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Posted @withregram ā¢ @theexpertally Autistic people often feel that they cannot get done as much as NTs get done. And they judge themselves for it. We need to understand two things: . 1) Autistic people often work harder internally than an NT person would to accomplish something. . When there are no accommodations for the environment or the process to work for an autistic person, their energy is often wasted on coping. . Because accommodations are never perfect even when available, because the neurology is different, and because some situations (such as group conversations or transitions) are very energy-consuming, autistic people work extra hard every day even under the best circumstances. . 2) Because of the above, autistic people need extra time during the day and they need recovery time. . Accommodating for the different neurology should come without any judgement. It is the only way to maintain mental health. There are many different accommodations that help. Extra time is one of the essential ones. . #Meltdowns #adhd #SPD #autism #spectrum #ASD #anxiety #mentalhealth #floortime #sped #teachersofinstagram #parenting #SPD #autismmom #autismdad #autismparent #autismparents #ADHDbrain #ABA #slppeeps #bcbaaba #slp2be #behavior #ashaigers #anxietyrelief #anxietysupport #anxietysupports #SLP #anxietyproblems #selectivemutism #anxietyhelp
Autistic people often feel that they cannot get done as much as NTs get done. And they judge themselves for it. We need to understand two things: . 1) Autistic people often work harder internally than an NT person would to accomplish something. . When there are no accommodations for the environment or the process to work for an autistic person, their energy is often wasted on coping. . Because accommodations are never perfect even when available, because the neurology is different, and because some situations (such as group conversations or transitions) are very energy-consuming, autistic people work extra hard every day even under the best circumstances. . 2) Because of the above, autistic people need extra time during the day and they need recovery time. . Accommodating for the different neurology should come without any judgement. It is the only way to maintain mental health. There are many different accommodations that help. Extra time is one of the essential ones. . ***Please note that April 15 through 22 I do not have Internet access. If you are wondering where I am, I am hiking a remote area of the Grand Canyon, covering 8-10 miles of rugged terrain a day, and enjoying all the natural beauty that is there to enjoy. I will be back on April 23rd, refreshed and rejuvenated. For now, I have programmed posts for you to enjoy. You can support me by liking the posts, commenting, and sharing. . #Meltdowns #adhd #SPD #autism #spectrum #ASD #anxiety #mentalhealth #floortime #sped #teachersofinstagram #parenting #SPD #autismmom #autismdad #autismparent #autismparents #ADHDbrain #ABA #slppeeps #bcbaaba #slp2be #behavior #ashaigers #anxietyrelief #anxietysupport #anxietysupports #SLP #anxietyproblems #selectivemutism #anxietyhelp
Happy Earth Day! ššš Earth Day provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and communities to come together and take action towards a more sustainable future. It serves as a platform for educating people about the pressing environmental issues we face, and encourages us to take action to reduce our environmental footprint. ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ #speechlanguagepathology #speechandlanguage #speechlanguagepathologist #speechtherapy #speechpathology #speechies #slpsinprivatepractice #slpsofinstagram #slpsoninstagram #slpsfollowslps #speech #slpofcolor #dallas #fortworth #houston #texas #slppeeps
Half way into the Autism Acceprance Month, these are the top things on my mind. This is what I fight against when I work in schools as a special education advocate. This is what my adult clients often talk to me about. Lack of accommodations. Being dismissed. . What would you add? . Follow @theexpertally and come back often for helpful content. . Please note that April 15 through 22 I do not have Internet access. If you are wondering where I am, I am hiking a remote area of the Grand Canyon, covering 8-10 miles of rugged terrain a day, and enjoying all the natural beauty that is there to enjoy. I will be back on April 23rd, refreshed and rejuvenated. For now, I have programmed posts for you to enjoy. You can support me by liking the posts, commenting, and sharing. . #autismparenting #autism #autistic #specialeducation #sped #spedtribe #OCD #phobia #agoraphobia #GAD #generalizedanxietydisorder #socialanxiety #earlyintervention #Education #ADHD #autismacceptance #sensoryprocessing #ADHDBrain #slplife #parenting #trauma #traumainformed #anxiety #speechtherapy #slppeeps #slp2be #ASD #spectrum #autismspectrum #acceptance
Itās still Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month! By following these tips and being patient, flexible, and respectful, we can support autistic individuals in communicating effectively and building meaningful connections! ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ #speechlanguagepathology #speechandlanguage #speechlanguagepathologist #speechtherapy #speechpathology #speechies #slpsinprivatepractice #slpsofinstagram #slpsoninstagram #slpsfollowslps #speech #slpofcolor #dallas #fortworth #houston #texas #slppeeps
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We embrace authenticity and empower our kids to be confident communicators. We're currently offering clinic based and telehealth sessions! š» www.uruspeech.com.au š§ [email protected] #slppeeps #speechpathology #speechtherapy #neurodiverseaffirming #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #slpeeps #slpsgodigital #slpsofinstagram
Speech pathology and occupational therapy are two distinct fields that often intersect in the care of patients. Co-treatment between these two disciplines can be essential in providing comprehensive care to patients with various communication and functional needs. We appreciate OTs and COTAs! š©µ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ #speechlanguagepathology #speechandlanguage #speechlanguagepathologist #speechtherapy #speechpathology #speechies #slpsinprivatepractice #slpsofinstagram #slpsoninstagram #slpsfollowslps #speech #slpofcolor #dallas #fortworth #houston #texas #slppeeps
When you hear about speech therapy in schools, you immediately think of speech production/speech sounds, but speech therapy is sooo much more than that! Speech therapy is a multidimensional professional field. School based speech-language pathologists not only have the same graduate degree as SLPs in all other settings, but we also have expertise in how communication impacts a student's educational performance. Working in schools requires that SLPs continually evaluate the impact communication disorders have on a student's education. That includes not just academics, but the social impact, participation, and performance in the classroom setting. Of course, we address speech sound disorders; but SLPs are also skilled in supporting students with social communication challenges, reading difficulties, auditory processing disorders, fluency difficulties and all things related to language development. Our expertise is as broad as it is deep! Let's give a shout out to all the school based SLPs out there! š£ #schoolslps #slppeeps #specialed
Weāre here to support individuals with autism across the lifespan! If you would like more information about speech therapy services or how to improve speech and language skills for your child, visit the link in our bio to connect with us for a consultation! ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ #speechlanguagepathology #speechandlanguage #speechlanguagepathologist #speechtherapy #speechpathology #speechies #slpsinprivatepractice #slpsofinstagram #slpsoninstagram #slpsfollowslps #speech #slpofcolor #dallas #fortworth #houston #texas #slppeeps
Autistic people, children and adults, are able to function in the world with much more ease, comfort, and success when they are well supported. . This support needs to recognize that differences between the environment that is good for neurotypical people and the environment that is good for autistic people. Autistic people will need their environment to have those specific aspects that are listed on the slides. They will also be helpful to many neurotypical people, but they will not struggle as much as autistic people will if these are not available. . Please note that everyone is different. Not every autistic people will require all of these supports. They are helpful to know about so that you are support your autistic loved one, student, client, or employee in the way that they need. . Please note that April 15 through 22 I do not have Internet access. If you are wondering where I am, I am hiking a remote area of the Grand Canyon, covering 8-10 miles of rugged terrain a day, and enjoying all the natural beauty that is there to enjoy. I will be back on April 23rd, refreshed and rejuvenated. For now, I have programmed posts for you to enjoy. You can support me by liking the posts, commenting, and sharing. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #research #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Some months ago @autiblog did a great post on this topic for the anniversary of Dr. Sukhareva's birth. This post inspired me to do my own research. Since I can read sources in Russian, I wanted to share more detail about the remarkable work of Dr. Grunya Sukhareva. During Autism Acceptance Month, and with the anniversary of her death coming up, I wanted to give tribute to this remarkable scientist and person. . Please note that April 15 through 22 I do not have Internet access. If you are wondering where I am, I am hiking a remote area of the Grand Canyon, covering 8-10 miles of rugged terrain a day, and enjoying all the natural beauty that is there to enjoy. I will be back on April 23rd, refreshed and rejuvenated. For now, I have programmed posts for you to enjoy. You can support me by liking the posts, commenting, and sharing. . The sources I have used are published on the following websites: . https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%A1%D1%83%D1%85%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%B5%D0%B2%D0%B0,_%D0%93%D1%80%D1%83%D0%BD%D1%8F_%D0%95%D1%84%D0%B8%D0%BC%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%BD%D0%B0 . www.novoserdie.ru . www.takiedela.ru . www.novochag.ru . www.outfund.ru . www.jewishnews.com.ua . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #research #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Prioritizing Your Childās Well-being. If you have concerns about your childās development, seeking assessment is the first step toward understanding and supporting them effectively. Letās work together to ensure your child receives the care and attention they need. Ready to take action? For more details, you can contact us at +91 70468 22220, or Visit us at Shining Stars, 201, Tej House, Opp. Dhiraj Sons, Vesu, Surat- 395007. #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Many people are not even aware that autistic people can have families and be parents. Sometimes this can be a barrier to being diagnosed. You might hear an evaluator say that an adult is not autistic because they have a family and kids. I hope that this attitude is moving into the past, but for now many people are still dealing with it. . I will post a couple of other posts about autistic parents this week. Please check back. . Please note that April 15 through 22 I do not have Internet access. If you are wondering where I am, I am hiking a remote area of the Grand Canyon, covering 8-10 miles of rugged terrain a day, and enjoying all the natural beauty that is there to enjoy. I will be back on April 23rd, refreshed and rejuvenated. For now, I have programmed posts for you to enjoy. You can support me by liking the posts, commenting, and sharing. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Every person on this planet has strengths and challenges. . For all of us, as we are growing up and living our lives, it is important to learn to see ourselves as imperfect but OK human beings with both strengths and challenges. . Getting there can be harder for autistic, and other neurodivergent people, who tend to hear more negative feedback, who tend to do things differently from the neuromajority, and who tend to struggle in the areas that are easy for others. . This makes it so much more important to teach neurodivergent kids about their strengths. And it is important to recognize strengths in our autistic friends, students, co-workers, and employees. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Happy Vaisakhi to all celebrating! May this day be filled with joy, prosperity, and blessings. š #Vaisakhi #SIKH #SIKHparents #Community #Inclusivity #DandI #CoreValues #OccupationalTherapy #OT #SLP #OcupationalTherapist #OccupationalTherapyStudent #OTToolbox #OTStudent #PTStudent #SLPStudent #SlpPeeps #SpeechTherapy #Rehabilitation #gta
To my SLP friends - Thank Goodness It's Funny! š Let's celebrate making it through another week with some laughter therapy. Remember, if Friday had a face, we'd give it a high-five! š #FriYAY #FunnyFriday #app2speak #slppeeps #slp #speechpathologist
Just venting here. . I see this over and over again, with many kids I work with. . It is my privilege to fix all of these and make things better for neurodivergent students. . But I cannot help but wonder why is it that so many public school teachers, therapists, etc., do not have this basic understanding of neurodivergent kids? . There are many wonderful teachers and therapists as well, and I would like to acknowledge this. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Does anyone else have 'after Spring Break fever'?! The end of the school year will be here before we know it! It's always great to do some Spring cleaning around the house this time of year, and we can also apply the Spring cleaning mentality to our speech caseloads. The end of the year will feel so much more manageable if you can get yourself a bit more organized beforehand. Here are some tips to get you started! š #schoolspeechtherapy #speechies #slppeeps
On #InternationalDayofPink FunctionAbility proudly wears pink to stand against bullying and discrimination.š #DayOfPink #AntiBullying #StopBullying #EndBullying #PinkShirtDay #OccupationalTherapy #OT #SLP #OcupationalTherapist #OccupationalTherapyStudent #OTToolbox #OTStudent #PTStudent #SLPStudent #SlpPeeps #SpeechTherapy #Rehabilitation #gta #pink
There is a lot of discussion about awareness vs. acceptance. There is the World Autism Awareness Day, which some organizations renamed as the World Autism Acceptance Day. The White House issued a statement on the day, using the word Autism Acceptance Day for the first time. . I think that awareness is important, but it is not enough. It only works as the first step towards acceptance. . I put together a few scenarios to show how I think about the difference. . Please comment: How do you understand the difference? . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
āØ Calling all @queens_physio 2nd-year students. Donāt miss out on our VIRTUAL āLearn & Connectā event! WHATāS IN IT FOR YOU š Discover the exciting world of community physiotherapy š Learn about FA Mentorship & Career Opportunities š Make meaningful connections & network šļø April 16th at 7 - 8 pm RSVP now! DM us or click the link in our bio. A meeting link will be sent out closer to the event date & time. #QueensUniversity #QueensU #OccupationalTherapy #OT #SLP #OcupationalTherapist #OccupationalTherapyStudent #OTToolbox #OTStudent #PTStudent #SLPStudent #SlpPeeps #SpeechTherapy #Rehabilitation #gta
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These are different ways that people think about autism and ADHD. . Many of these terms are not neutral, and people feel strongly about whether or not they should be used. . I think that everyone has the right to use the vocabulary that speaks to them to describe their own experience. It is important to understand that everyone's experience is different. It can also change over time. There are also specific contexts in which one term is more helpful than the other, but that is a whole other story. . Let me know in comments which ones do you relate to for yourself, or for your child(ren), or both? . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Parents sometimes are concerned that their autistic children do not show affection. Autistic children, and also adults, are fully capable of feeling affection and showing it, but it might looks different from how neurotypical people show affection. I am listing some of the ways. . Please note that everyone is different. Autistic people also show affection in ways that are similar to neurotypical people. Autistic people can have ways of showing affection that are not listed on these slides. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Seriously, if I hear "I know he's just sensitive" or another version of that, followed by discriminatory treatment... #autismawarenessmonth #autismacceptancemonth Posted @withregram ā¢ @theexpertally These are all a part of being autistic. . Not every autistic person will have these traits and experiences. But these experiences are very common, and are related to autistic traits. . It is obnoxious to judge and blame autistic people for who they are because their brain is wired in a particular way. These are differences we can expect. . If we can stop judging and blaming, the experience of autistic people will change drastically. Judgement, blaming, being dismissed, being denied access to needed items, and not being believed cause daily and long-term distress, mental health challenges, low self-esteem, life-long doubts, anxiety, and possible long-term trauma. . Please comment: have you or your child been judged for any of these? . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Come visit @molloy_csd at our @scholastic @scholasticteachers book fair @molloy_u! Proceeds benefit our diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility efforts, including a student scholarship. The bookfair runs today, tomorrow and Friday from 9am - 5pm. Friday is also our 3rd annual CSD convention honoring @barbaratschmidt3. Come say hello! Thank you @erei314 for a great event! #molloyslplife #molloynsslha #molloy #booklove #readingchallenge #slppeeps
Happening this week- our second presentation at Bright View West End! What began in December as a collaborative presentation with the Parkinson Foundation, has turned into quarterly living well presentations at this Senior Living community. We believe you can live with meaning after diagnosis, so weāre sharing how to live well with Parkinsonās Disease! April is Parkinson Awareness Month, so the topic is fitting! #parkinsondisease #parkinsonawarenessmonth #slppeeps
Itās World Autism Day! š Weāre here to support individuals with autism across the lifespan! If you would like more information about speech therapy services or how to improve speech and language skills for your child, visit the link in our bio to connect with us for a consultation! ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ ā¢ #speechlanguagepathology #speechandlanguage #speechlanguagepathologist #speechtherapy #speechpathology #speechies #slpsinprivatepractice #slpsofinstagram #slpsoninstagram #slpsfollowslps #speech #slpofcolor #dallas #fortworth #houston #texas #slppeeps #autism #
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Please share š¤ @theexpertally These are all a part of being autistic. . Not every autistic person will have these traits and experiences. But these experiences are very common, and are related to autistic traits. . It is obnoxious to judge and blame autistic people for who they are because their brain is wired in a particular way. These are differences we can expect. . If we can stop judging and blaming, the experience of autistic people will change drastically. Judgement, blaming, being dismissed, being denied access to needed items, and not being believed cause daily and long-term distress, mental health challenges, low self-esteem, life-long doubts, anxiety, and possible long-term trauma. . Please comment: have you or your child been judged for any of these? . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
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These are all a part of being autistic. . Not every autistic person will have these traits and experiences. But these experiences are very common, and are related to autistic traits. . It is obnoxious to judge and blame autistic people for who they are because their brain is wired in a particular way. These are differences we can expect. . If we can stop judging and blaming, the experience of autistic people will change drastically. Judgement, blaming, being dismissed, being denied access to needed items, and not being believed cause daily and long-term distress, mental health challenges, low self-esteem, life-long doubts, anxiety, and possible long-term trauma. . Please comment: have you or your child been judged for any of these? . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
#sensoryprocessingdisorderĀ #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupportĀ #activititiesofdailylivingĀ #occupationaltherapyĀ #neurodiverseparentingĀ #neurodivergentĀ #autismparentingĀ #autismparentĀ #autismmomĀ #sensoryprocessingtipsĀ #autismĀ #hygieneĀ #autisticĀ #autismfamilyĀ #autismparentĀ #autismparentsĀ #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergenceĀ #slppeepsĀ #autismlife #neurodivergent #behaviorĀ #ashaigersĀ #autisticadultsĀ #autismcommunityĀ #autismeĀ #autismpride #autismaarenessmonthĀ #autismcommunity #autismloveĀ #anxiety One historical figure with Autism is Mozart known for his great amount of music works during Classical Era. In fact, he was an Autistic individual. If so, maybe Autistic people are not disabled but those with infinite possibilities.
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š Exciting News Alert! š We're thrilled to share that we've expanded our services to offer virtual speech therapy sessions across Eastern North Carolina! š Even better, we have after-school appointments available! šāØ Don't hesitate to reach out. Call us today at 252-341-9944 to set up a FREE speech screening! Find out more about the services offered by our speech therapy team by visiting our website. Click on the link in our bio to learn more! #speechtherapy #virtualsessions #easternNC #slppeeps #freescreening #newbernnc #Goldsboro #gologreenville #greenvilleNC #NorthCarolina #speechies
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This study showed that when the signs of autism in children are not directly related to the diagnostic criteria for autism, the diagnosis is delayed. . Only children who were eventually diagnosed were included in this study. We just know that many children never received their diagnoses for the reasons mentioned in the study, or perhaps for other reasons as well, and proceeded to grow into undiagnosed adults. . But the conclusions made a lot of sense to me. . For children (and I suspect, also for adults) who do not have a speech delay, who mask well, and who either suppress stimming or do not stim in stereotypical ways, the signs of autism might not be obviously related to the diagnostic criteria. For children who have behavioral problems, such as aggression and meltdowns, which can be directly related to their sensory hyper-sensitivties and other challenges, the behavioral problems cover up their autism signs and can distract clinicians into exploring other diagnoses. . As children grow and the social expectations become more complex, many will start to experience more obvious difficulties described in the DSM-V and will be picked up as autistic. Yet again, children who can hide their more obvious autistic traits, mask well and imitate others, will fly under the radar. For many, their social challenges will be written off as a part of their personalities. . This is an extrapolation, but I am thinking that the same applies to adults. This is why adults who can communicate, make eye contact, have families, and keep jobs have trouble getting a diagnosis. Because if you look at the diagnostic criteria, their observable behaviors do not match the criteria. Those observable behaviors are masking the signs of autism. And those adults might have learned to suppress some of the signs as well. Clinicians who directly try to tie what can be observed to the DSM-V criteria, will fail to diagnose. . Sicherman N, Charite J, Eyal G, Janecka M, Loewenstein G, Law K, Lipkin PH, Marvin AR, Buxbaum JD. Clinical signs associated with earlier diagnosis of children with autism Spectrum disorder. BMC Pediatr. 2021 Feb 25;21(1):96.
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Repost from @theexpertally ā¢ This is a huge issue I see on IEPs and school and home therapy programs. . So often, professionals do not think about the reasons the child is not doing something. They assume it is by choice. . If you see a child making a deliberate choice not to do whatever adults deem to be the ārightā or āappropriateā thing, then managing that by rewarding the child makes perfect sense. . However, most children do well when they can. If they do not do something that adults want them to do, there is usually a good reason for it. . If you think about how the childās condition/disability creates challenges for the child, and what skills the child needs to manage the challenging situations well, then you will focus on teaching, not just on rewarding. . It is OK if you have to use rewards in the teaching process. It really helps some children. You have to think about the rewards you are using though. Do not use food. Do not use sensory activities or recess time. . As you and others set goals for your child, please make sure that you are not putting impossible demands on them, and you are mindful of their need for teaching, and that your child has a chance to feel success often. . #Autism #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #Asd #AutismMum #AutismParents #AutismLife #Anxiety #AutismMom #AutismDad #AutismFamily #ThisIsAutism #stimming #AutismSupport #ADHD #spd #Sensory #RedInstead #Autistic #Light #Diagnosis #Spectrum #MentalHealth #slppeeps #bcbaaba #slp2be #behavior #ashaigers #BCBA #aba
Use boards like this to foster growth in communication in the classroom: 1. Modeling Language: Demonstrating how to use the communication board to express wants, needs, and feelings, while providing opportunities for students to imitate and practice. 2. Building Language Skills: Engaging in structured activities such as storytelling, role-playing, and describing experiences using the communication board to expand vocabulary and sentence structure. 3. Communicating Wants and Needs: Creating a supportive environment where students can confidently express their desires, preferences, and necessities using the communication board, empowering them to advocate for themselves. Oh and did I mention this is FREE? Comment "communication board" and I'll send you the link! #sped #spedteacherlife #lifeofaspedteacher #spedsquad #autismclassroom #iteachspecialed #iteachsped #weteachsped #spedclassroom #specialeducationteacher #slp #slps #slppeeps
This is a huge issue I see on IEPs and school and home therapy programs. . So often, professionals do not think about the reasons the child is not doing something. They assume it is by choice. . If you see a child making a deliberate choice not to do whatever adults deem to be the "right" or "appropriate" thing, then managing that by rewarding the child makes perfect sense. . However, most children do well when they can. If they do not do something that adults want them to do, there is usually a good reason for it. . If you think about how the child's condition/disability creates challenges for the child, and what skills the child needs to manage the challenging situations well, then you will focus on teaching, not just on rewarding. . It is OK if you have to use rewards in the teaching process. It really helps some children. You have to think about the rewards you are using though. Do not use food. Do not use sensory activities or recess time. . As you and others set goals for your child, please make sure that you are not putting impossible demands on them, and you are mindful of their need for teaching, and that your child has a chance to feel success often. . #Autism #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #Asd #AutismMum #AutismParents #AutismLife #Anxiety #AutismMom #AutismDad #AutismFamily #ThisIsAutism #stimming #AutismSupport #ADHD #spd #Sensory #RedInstead #Autistic #Light #Diagnosis #Spectrum #MentalHealth #slppeeps #bcbaaba #slp2be #behavior #ashaigers #BCBA #aba
Today really isnāt that different from any other day for those of us surrounded by the love of a person with Down syndrome. The benefits are endless. šš The community is beyond supportive, and the children are full of charm, personality and potential. Today and always we shout their worth, and celebrate with love. Happy World Down Syndrome Day! šššš #wdsd2024 #dslove #morealikethandifferentšš #oralmotor #IAOM #speechtherapy #slppeeps #Talktoolstherapy #thebreatheinstitute #theluckyfew #downsyndromelove #downsyndrome #t21 #upsyndrome #homiewithanextrachromie #trisomy21 #downsyndromeawareness #nothingdownaboutit #specialneeds #specialneedsmama #advocatelikeamother #inclusion #morealikethandifferent #lovedoesntcountchromosomes #downrightperfect #nothingdownaboutit #T21love #extrachromosome #feedingtherapy #jawwork
Autism, ADHD, sensro processing disorder, dyslexia, and many other conditions come with sensory processing and integration differences. It is important to support sensory regulation for children and adults. . It is not something that needs to be decreased. . We should not expect people with sensory sensitivities to just "get used to it". . Sensory differences and needs are normal, both for children and for adults. We all have sensory needs. For people with sensory differences, their responses and needs might look different. They might have responses to sensory inputs that are more or less intense than typical. They might respond to sensory inputs that are not obvious or noticeable for someone with typical sensory processing. . As a result, they might need less of some sensory inputs to prevent overload and more of others to compensate for decreased sensitivity. . A big change in sensory sensitivity can be a signal of stress, overload, or burnout. So we need to pay attention to these changes. . Changes in sensory sensitivities also naturally happen throughout the day, and over longer periods of time as well. They can change significantly over a person's lifetime. . All we need to do with sensory needs is learn about them and honor them by offering acceptance and accommodations/supports. Accommodations and supports include both modifying the environment to remove or decrease sensory triggers, and offering sensory tools and opportunities that promote regulation and comfort. . We don't need to worry about them or pathologize them. . It's that simple. . Tell me about your or your childās favorite sensory items in comments. . Follow @theexpertally . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
Just a few thoughts based on my experience as a professional doing special education advocacy, coaching, and consulting. . I truly appreciate the neurodiversity paradigm and how it helps us support ND individuals and being their authentic and unapologetic selves. . At the same time, within the systems I have to deal with in my work, I integrate that paradigm with the disability paradigm. . I see the term neurodiversity misused. . I also hear from people who feel that their or their children's experience is not well captured by this perspective alone. . Let me know in comments what terminology you relate to. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety 5d
Weāre absolutely thrilled to announce the upcoming course āEthical AI in Speech Therapy: Harnessing the Future with Responsibility,ā presented by SpeechTherapyPD, sponsored by EdTheory. šļø Start time: 03/21 05:00 PM Pacific š¤Ā Curious about AIās role in speech therapy? This webinar is tailored for you! Discover how to integrate AI tools like ChatGPT into your clinical practice responsibly and effectively. āļø This course meets ASHAās Ethics PD requirement. āØ ā”ļøPresented by: Mai Ling Chan, MS, CCC-SLP, PMP Mai Ling Chan is a speech-language pathologist, industry historian, global connector, keynote speaker, and technology entrepreneur. She is also the VP of Clinical and Strategic Partnerships for EdTheory. šĀ Secure Your Spot: Register at https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses . . . . . . . #slp2be #slplife #futureslp #speechlanguagepathologist #slpsofinstagram #speechlanguagepathology #slpgradstudent #cfslp #slpeeps #slp #slppeeps #slpceu
I don't see this discussed often. Did you know that a higher percentage of autistic people compared to neurotypical people have synesthesia? . Really enjoyed learning about the different types of synesthesia. . Sources: . Baron-Cohen S, Johnson D, Asher J, Wheelwright S, Fisher SE, Gregersen PK, Allison C. Is synaesthesia more common in autism? Mol Autism. 2013 Nov 20;4(1):40. . Heather Mann, Jason Korzenko, Jonathan S.A. Carriere, Mike J. Dixon, Timeāspace synaesthesia ā A cognitive advantage? Consciousness and Cognition, Volume 18, Issue 3, 2009, Pages 619-627. . https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/24995-synesthesia
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Repost from @mrsspeechiep: Doās and Donāts for supporting communication! And donāt worry, we allllllll do the donāts sometimes - you should see some videos I have and Iām like š¬š¬ - but it DOES help to be aware and to try not to make it a habit! What would you add?!? ā¤µļø . My thoughts: This is a wonderful list with some many amazing suggestions, and have a few comments: - if your child is working on labeling/learning vocabulary, look for another way to ask for a label (for example, by giving a sentence starter Ā«Ā Look, I see ā¦Ā Ā»). - I so often see kids being told what to say (Ā«Ā Say HelloĀ Ā» Ā«Ā Say I am sorry.Ā Ā») This doesnāt teach a child anything about the reasons to say these words and the situations in which to use them. Itās so much better to scaffold by pointing out important aspects of the situation and asking the child what can be communicated in it . - Itās SO important to give enough time to process what has been said to a child and to give the child time to formulate and communicate their answer. When I do school observations, I often see very quick communication, even when the child has the extra processing time accommodation. I also see the difference that giving the extra time makes. - Iāve already posted about questions and the pressure their create. Some children deal well with questions and some children are working on learning to ask and answer questions, but we need to make sure that we donāt overdo it. - and, of course, the best way to encourage communication is to build trust and to enjoy the process. If you are frustrated with the process, the child is likely to perceive that and not feel safe and comfortable to communicate. . #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #activititiesofdailyliving #occupationaltherapy #neurodiverseparenting #neurodivergent #autismparenting #autismparent #autismmom #sensoryprocessingtips #autism #hygiene #autistic #autismfamily #autismparent #autismparents #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergence #slppeeps #autismlife #neurodivergent #behavior #ashaigers #autisticadults #autismcommunity #autisme #autismpride #autismaarenessmonth #autismcommunity #autismlove #anxiety
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#sensoryprocessingdisorderĀ #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupportĀ #activititiesofdailylivingĀ #occupationaltherapyĀ #neurodiverseparentingĀ #neurodivergentĀ #autismparentingĀ #autismparentĀ #autismmomĀ #sensoryprocessingtipsĀ #autismĀ #hygieneĀ #autisticĀ #autismfamilyĀ #autismparentĀ #autismparentsĀ #disabilityadvocate #neurodivergenceĀ #slppeepsĀ #autismlife #neurodivergent #behaviorĀ #ashaigersĀ #autisticadultsĀ #autismcommunityĀ #autismeĀ #autismpride #autismaarenessmonthĀ #autismcommunity #autismloveĀ #anxiety Autism oftentimes comes with negative connotations for being different. However, such differences were indeed a product from mankind's evolution. These traits indeed give an unique advantage and should be considered part of mankind's diversity.