Autism Weekly is a podcast that discusses Autism news, current events, and inclusion. Each week we welcome a guest to the program to share their unique perspective and expertise as it relates to the fascinating world of Autism. We welcome all feedback. Please email podcast@abskids.com.
Episodes
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
This week, we are joined by Dr. Vanessa Rentschler, an audiology expert from Portland, Oregon, with a wealth of experience and a Doctor of Audiology Degree from Salus University. Dr. Rentschler specializes in improving hearing and listening skills through direct auditory training. Today, she'll discuss neurodiversity-affirming assessment and treatment for auditory processing difficulties. We'll explore how auditory struggles, whether due to hearing loss, head injuries, or neurodivergence, can impact communication and learning. Listen to learn more!
Resources:
Auditory Assessment: Diagnostic auditory processing test protocols (adapted for individual needs) guide differential diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Functional listening assessments can effectively inform school/employment accommodation recommendations. Comprehensive consulting on both clinical services and educational advocacy can help individuals and families navigate systems and obtain appropriate support.
Auditory Remediation: Brainstem pathways involved in processing differences between the ears can be effectively trained with evidence-based auditory training tasks. Synchronized and balanced listening with both ears is a pre-requisite function for filtering out noise from speech, among other auditory functions (like localization). Explicit training on speech sounds and sensorimotor timing is also effective in reducing listening effort and improving understanding.
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Friday Sep 22, 2023
Friday Sep 22, 2023
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.
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
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
- The contrast between physical guidance and strictness in teaching methods.
- The importance of building a strong relationship with students or adults when trying to teach or effect behavior change.
- The need to establish trust and vulnerability in the exchange of information.
- Identifying tangible goals that matter to the teacher or adult involved.
- The use of communication skill teaching, such as Functional Communication Training (FCT), to help students express their needs effectively.
- Anchoring the process to long-term goals, even when certain procedures seem odd.
- The existence of a "peace corner" in classrooms, which can be used as a starting point for teaching choice and communication.
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Friday Sep 08, 2023
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Friday Aug 25, 2023
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!
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Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Aug 18, 2023
Friday Aug 18, 2023
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Aug 11, 2023
Friday Aug 11, 2023
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Friday Jul 28, 2023
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/
Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Friday Jul 21, 2023
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 now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast.
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.