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Podcast title	FAQautism
Website URL	http://faqautism.com
Description	a resource for practical ideas
Updated	Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:01:40 +0000
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1. Gardening http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.98Mb) Description: It is springtime in my little corner of the world – lots of sunshine, longer days, warmer weather, and wildflowers spreading carpets of color. My own spring fever reminds me of the interest in gardening some of my friends with autism have developed over the years. Listen Now: or continue reading Today we will look at a [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Green Thumb A parent asked about some ideas for helping her 3rd... Spring Garden Gardening is an enjoyable pastime for people of all ages... Blue Summer Many teens enjoy the relaxed, unhurried schedule of summer break...
2. My Own Spot http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.48Mb) Description: As our children with grown into teens and young adults, we need to help them find a safe haven – their own spot to relax and escape from the constant supervision by adults in their lives. Listen Now: or continue reading In today’s podcast, we will look at some options for creating a safe haven for a [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Safe Haven Some parents asked for strategies to help decrease the need... Finding Enough Time “The extended holiday break has really helped us see that... Constant Monitoring “It seems like we are never able to relax,” commented...
3. Perfectionism http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.77Mb) Description: While it is certainly admirable to focus on the needs of our friends with autism, and to diligently tackle all the issues that arise in the lives of individuals with autism, perfectionism can be counterproductive. Listen Now: or continue reading For example, a parent of a youngster dealing with several serious issues related to autism said, “We [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Far From Perfect “We are just not able to keep up with all... Falling Short We are falling short on all the things we should... Imperfection Parents of a youngster with autism were talking recently about...
4. Leave That Alone http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.26Mb) Description: It is certainly challenging – if not impossible – to monitor what a person is doing 24/7. Parents, teachers, and others report the need to keep a constant watch on some individuals with autism in order to prevent injury and to protect breakable or potentially dangerous items around the house or school. Listen Now: or continue reading [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Constant Monitoring “It seems like we are never able to relax,” commented... “Please Don’t Touch” Teachers, residential staff, and parents often ask for strategies to... Dangerous Actions 1 Some compulsive or repetitive behaviors displayed by individuals with autism...
5. Noticing Progress http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.83Mb) Description: When we spend time with a person every day, we can inadvertently overlook strengths or simply not notice tiny steps of progress in target areas. Let us look at an example from a real-life situation. Listen Now: or continue reading A youngster in second grade was having trouble with his hands – grabbing objects from other kids, [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Recognizing Progress When we spend time with a person every day, we... Recognizing Strengths “I feel like we are always talking about the things... Positive Progress “Sometimes it is difficult to see that we are making...
6. Matter of Degree http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.60Mb) Description: One of the primary characteristics in autism is that of restrictive and repetitive behaviors. At what point do these issues become a problem? Since restrictive behaviors are inherent in autism, is it reasonable to expect people with autism to stop all restrictive behaviors? Is the heart of the issue actually a matter of degree? Listen [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Matter of Degree Autism does not have a monopoly on challenges and problems.... Crossing the Line When do rituals and repetitive behaviors and transition issues and... Uneven Behavior Issues We are continuing the discussion about the unpredictable combination of...
7. Stimming http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.64Mb) Description: We typically think of “stimming” as one of three actions common in autism – rocking, hand posturing, or hand flapping. But, in reality, our friends with autism display dozens of other non-functional, stereotyped, repetitive motor mannerisms. Let us look at some examples of stimming. Listen Now: or continue reading These are some of the “stimming” incidents I [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Rocking What is the best response to rocking? Some individuals with... Inside Snapshots When individuals with autism describe the challenges they encounter and... Teacher Questions 3 A large group of junior high and high school teachers...
8. Teacher Attitude part 2 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.26Mb) Description: We are continuing a conversation about teacher attitude – about welcoming students with autism into a typical classroom. In the podcast “Teacher Attitude 1,” we talked about the first of three basic principles for educators to consider when welcoming students with autism into the classroom. In this podcast, we will continue the discussion. Listen Now: or continue [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Teacher Attitude Part 1 Every student – whether they have specific disabilities or not... Teacher Questions 3 A large group of junior high and high school teachers... Teacher Instructions Many youngsters with autism encounter difficulty in school because of...
9. Teacher Attitude Part 1 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.00Mb) Description: Every student – whether they have specific disabilities or not – has their own unique learning style and personality. The teacher’s job becomes even more complex when autism is added to that mix of individual differences. We will look at three basic principles for educators to consider when welcoming students with autism into the classroom. [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Teacher Attitude part 2 We are continuing a conversation about teacher attitude – about... Chaos Reigns part 2 We are looking at some basic principles to consider when... Teacher Instructions Many youngsters with autism encounter difficulty in school because of...
10. Classroom Welcome http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.15Mb) Description: Teachers on all grade levels have asked for tips about welcoming a student diagnosed with autism into a “regular education” classroom. The overall topic of helping a youngster with autism function well in school could fill several books. Today we will just look at one tiny issue that can make a world of difference from [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Teacher Attitude part 2 We are continuing a conversation about teacher attitude – about... Oblivious to Others Although many people with autism are very sociable and communicative,... Public Announcements Some things should just be kept private, but, for some...
11. Boring Stories http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.83Mb) Description: Some individuals with autism repeat the same stories over and over or talk endlessly about one topic. How can we help our friends add variety to their conversations? Listen Now: or continue reading Perseverating on one topic or continually repeating stories can be a natural consequence of autism. One of the diagnostic criteria of autism is stereotyped [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Girl Talk A pre-teen diagnosed with autism was having some trouble making... Changing the Subject Some of my friends with autism tend to talk rather... Repetitive Conversations No matter how patient we are, repetitive conversations about the...
12. Emergency Food http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.09Mb) Description: Some of my friends with autism and their families are sitting in the dark and cold this week because of a treacherous blizzard that damaged power lines and brought their region to a halt. Weather forecasts allowed advance planning in this case. But situations sometimes arise unexpectedly, making it imperative to keep emergency supplies at [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Emergency Supplies Natural disasters around the globe and close to home are... Be Prepared Tornadoes are spinning in the mid-West and a tropical storm... Emergency Kit Most of us find it challenging enough just to take...
13. Basic Job Skills http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.97Mb) Description: What are the basics for getting a job? What skills does an individual with autism want to sharpen before going for that first job interview? Once employed, what skills can help people keep their job? Take a look at four job skills critical for successful employment. Listen Now: or continue reading (1) Focus. An employee must be [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Job-Related Skills “My daughter is entering high school next fall,” wrote the... On-the-Job Skills An informal conversation with parents, teachers, and business people yielded... Ready for Work Some individuals with autism are very successful in the working...
14. Wisdom from Dennis http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.13Mb) Description: A recent Dennis the Menace cartoon by Hank Ketcham has a 12-word caption filled with wise advice for parents, teachers, therapists, and families of kids with autism. Listen Now: or continue reading In the Dennis the Menace cartoon for February 25, 2010, cartoonist Hank Ketcham draws Dennis sitting in his time-out chair in the corner. His mom [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Inappropriate Language Occasionally one of my friends with autism will just suddenly... Watch Your Words “I can’t believe my son loudly blurted out a graphic... Do It Now Without meaning to do so, we all spend more time...
15. Stealthy Veggies http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.63Mb) Description: Research confirms what grandmamma always knew: “Vegetables are good for you.” Of course, veggies have no impact on the health of people who refuse to eat them. Let us look at 3 rules to follow when attempting to sneak healthy vegetables into the diet of individuals with autism. Listen Now: or continue reading Rule #1 – no [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Stealth Health: Veggies Questions about health issues are common when talking with parents,... MORE Undercover Veggies Several parents and other caregivers asked for more ideas for... Busting Boring Lunches “My daughter seems to have gotten in a rut with...
16. Do It Anyway http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 1.90Mb) Description: What are our options when a friend with autism is reluctant about participating in fun, recreational activities? Some individuals with autism require special encouragement or promises such as “First, take a walk with me, then you can watch your DVD.” But in many cases, the best approach is to simply announce an activity and, if [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Half-Empty or Half-Full We all encounter challenging issues sometime during our life. When... Nagging and Empty Threats “I often catch myself just nagging my son,” said a... Circle Time-Part 1 A pre-school teacher of over a dozen young students with...
17. Winter Blues http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.21Mb) Description: I just heard a weather report forecasting several days of cloudy, windy, cold weather. The meteorologist described the upcoming days as “gloomy.” Many of us are prone to slugishness and low energy in the winter months because of the short days and cold weather. Kids and adults can bust the gloomies by staying active and [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Busting Winter Gloomies Many of us are prone to slugishness and low energy... Chasing Winter Blues The winter mixture of short days, inclement weather, and lack... Chasing the Blues Away “Colder weather and shorter days seem to affect the mood...
18. Jenny & Jeffry, part 2 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.57Mb) Description: Let us take another glimpse into the daily lives of ten-year-old twins Jenny and Jeffry, both of whom are diagnosed with autism. The marked differences in, among other things, their communication, personal interaction, sensory issues, flexibility, and self-sufficiency illustrate the breadth of the spectrum of autism. Listen Now: or continue reading Part 1 of this discussion about [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Jenny & Jeffry, part 1 Jenny and Jeffry are ten-year-old twins. They are precious youngsters,... Toileting Troubles 3 Once we have pinpointed the specific factors contributing to toilet... Shaving Part 1 One of my adult friends with autism finds his marked...
19. Jenny & Jeffry, part 1 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.75Mb) Description: Jenny and Jeffry are ten-year-old twins. They are precious youngsters, loved by their family, teachers, and friends at school. The twins, of course, were born of the same parents, have grown up in the same home, and have had the same medical care, educational opportunities, and therapy over the years. But the twins, both diagnosed [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Jenny & Jeffry, part 2 Let us take another glimpse into the daily lives of... Non-Verbal Communication Those of you who are listening to this podcast can... Language Barriers By definition, individuals with autism have impairments in communication, but...
20. Arm’s Reach http://feedproxy.google.com/~r... download (audio/mpeg, 2.37Mb) Description: How can we prevent injuries when an aggressive youngster with autism participates in a group activity? What can we do to stop a child from biting anyone sitting close during circle time in early childhood? What are our options for dealing with a pre-teen who reaches out to scratch or grab anyone who sits within [...] The following posts may also be helpful: Within Arms Reach Some individuals with autism strike out at others, hitting or... Car Outbursts For a variety of reasons, several of my friends with... Dangerous Actions 3 What are your options when your friend with autism hits,...