Episode 311: Dysregulation with Jessie Ginsbu...

In this episode, I’m joined by bilingual speech-language pathologist Michelle Diaz to discuss supporting autistic children in bilingual environments. We break down what the research really says about bilingualism and autism, how to address common parent concerns about language us ...  Show more

In this episode, Laura Hayes, SLP, and I discuss the evolving understanding of AAC and what it really means to support AAC users in meaningful, communication-centered ways. We talk about common myths surrounding AAC, the role of stimming in communication, and how educators and th ...  Show more

Has our understanding of autism changed how we treat and diagnose the disorder?

According to the CDC, one in thirty-six children in the US have autism. Unlike many other medical conditions, the diagnosis of autism is done based purely on behavior. That ignores the enviro ...

Autism Sensory Issues - [Why YOU Have Them] This is exactly why you have and experience autism sensory issues. 🎉 To celebrate Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Month, Soundsory is giving a discount of 20% off on their website. Click on the link and use code THEASPIE10 to get an ...  Show more

What happens when you're diagnosed with Tourette’s and autism later in life? In this powerful and personal episode, we explore what it’s like to live with late-diagnosed Tourette syndrome and autism spectrum disorder, and how these neurodi ...

What if we're looking at autism in the wrong way? Dr. Lynn Koegel, co-author of Hidden Brilliance: Unlocking the Intelligence of Autism, explains how to engage with the strengths in kids with autism rather than focusing on what they're lacking. Dr. Lynn Koegel is a clinical profe ...  Show more