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The Neurodiversity Podcast talks with leaders in the fields of psychology, education, and beyond, about positively impacting neurodivergent people. Our goal is to reframe differences that were once considered disabilities or disorders, promote awareness of this unique population, and improve the lives of neurodivergent and high-ability people.

Neurodiversity Podcast Emily Kircher-Morris

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The Neurodiversity Podcast talks with leaders in the fields of psychology, education, and beyond, about positively impacting neurodivergent people. Our goal is to reframe differences that were once considered disabilities or disorders, promote awareness of this unique population, and improve the lives of neurodivergent and high-ability people.

    Parenting Self-Care: Looking Out for Number One

    Parenting Self-Care: Looking Out for Number One

    Jen Merrill, creator of Laughing at Chaos and author of If This is a Gift, Can I Send It Back?, shares her experience as a parent of a twice-exceptional child and discusses the challenges and benefits of homeschooling. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents of gifted and twice exceptional children.
    Takeaways
    Parents of gifted and twice exceptional children need to prioritize self-care to better advocate for their children and maintain their own well-being.
    Twice exceptional children can be both intellectually gifted and face other challenges that make life difficult for them and their families.
    Homeschooling can provide personalized education and allow children to pursue their passions at their own pace.
    Homeschooling can have financial and career implications for parents, and it requires careful management of family dynamics.
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    Jen Torbeck Merrill is an Illinois-based writer, musician, marketing project manager, and gifted family advocate.The mom of two boys, she homeschooled her twice-exceptional teen through high school while happily sending his younger brother off to his high school every morning. Those days now in the past, she is settling into the somewhat quieter life of an empty-nester. She is a music educator by trade, with degrees in music education and flute performance.
    Long before she picked up a flute as a child, however, Jen wanted to be a writer, something that didn’t happen until she opened a Blogger account in 2006 and never looked back. Since that time, her writing has focused more on gifted families and advocacy. Her book, If This is a Gift, Can I Send It Back?: Surviving in the Land of the Gifted and Twice-Exceptional, struck a nerve with families who suspected Jen was living in their closet. Her second book, on the needs of gifted parents and self-care, is in progress; it is taking significantly longer than anticipated because the author herself struggles mightily with self-care and has been spending a lot of time banging her head on the keyboard and hyperventilating in writerly frustration. In the meantime she continues to blog at Laughing at Chaos.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Twitter
    Facebook
    If This Is a Gift, Can I Send It Back?

    • 31 min.
    Declarative Language: A New Strategy for Neurodivergent Communication

    Declarative Language: A New Strategy for Neurodivergent Communication

    Often, neurodivergent people have a completely different communication experience than neurotypicals. They respond differently to regulation, attention, and motivation, and often parents struggle when trying to improve connections with their kids. Linda Murphy is the author of The Declarative Language Handbook, and we present an encore of our conversation from 2023, with ideas on how to reframe communication and break down barriers.
    To learn more about the Neurodiversity University courses for educators, click the link, and get in touch with us through the contact page if you have questions.
    Amanda Morin’s The Empathetic Edge podcast can be found here, bookmark it!
    Linda Murphy is a speech language pathologist and RDI Consultant. She co-founded the “Peer Projects Therapy From the Heart” clinic in Beverly, Massachusetts, and has authored several books and numerous articles during her career. Linda has enjoyed working with individuals with social learning differences for over 25 years.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Website
    Instagram
    Facebook

    • 38 min.
    Challenging What We Know About Autism and PDA

    Challenging What We Know About Autism and PDA

    Dr. Donna Henderson joins Emily Kircher-Morris to talk about the changes in the assessment process for autism, the importance of empowering therapists to diagnose autism, and the need for equity in masking. Their conversation also explores the double empathy problem and the challenges of balancing unmasking with the needs of neurodiverse individuals in educational settings. They also discuss the PDA profile and its place within the autism spectrum. That’s all waiting for you on episode 216.
    Takeaways
    The assessment process for autism is evolving, with a shift towards understanding subjective experience rather than relying solely on test scores.
    Therapists are adapting by relying less on formal tests and more on interview skills and understanding inner subjective experiences.
    Empowering therapists to diagnose autism is important for identifying and supporting individuals who may have been missed in the past.
    Masking and camouflaging are complex behaviors that can have both benefits and drawbacks, and it is important to find a balance that respects individual needs and promotes equity. Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is not simply about avoiding demands, but rather an overriding biological drive for autonomy.
    Misdiagnosis and labeling are common for PDAers, leading to potential negative consequences, especially for minority boys.
    Understanding the core features of PDA, such as difficulty coping with demands, a wide variety of coping mechanisms, and challenges with social hierarchy, is crucial for accurate diagnosis and support.
    Dr. Donna Henderson has been a clinical neuropsychologist for over 30 years. She is passionate about identifying and supporting autistic individuals, particularly those who camouflage, and she is co-author (with Drs. Sarah Wayland and Jamell White) of two books: Is This Autism? A Guide For Clinicians and Everyone Else and Is This Autism? A Companion Guide For Diagnosing. Dr. Henderson provides neuropsychological evaluations and consultations for children, adolescents, and adults who would like to understand themselves better. She is a sought-after lecturer on the less obvious presentations of autism, autistic girls and women, PDA, and on parenting children with complex profiles. She also provides case consultations and neurodiversity-affirmative training for other healthcare professionals.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Donna’s website
    Is This Autism?

    • 40 min.
    Education for Everyone Through Universal Design for Learning

    Education for Everyone Through Universal Design for Learning

    On this episode, Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Jeff Horwitz about the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its application in education. UDL focuses on creating learning environments and experiences that are accessible and beneficial for all students, regardless of their learning styles or abilities. How can UDL be implemented in both classroom and home settings? What are some common barriers to implementing UDL, and what are some strategies to overcome them? What’s the role of technology in supporting UDL practices? It’s a deep dive into UDL, on episode 215.
    TAKEAWAYS
    Universal Design for Learning (UDL) aims to create inclusive learning environments that meet the needs of all students.
    UDL can be implemented in both classroom and home settings, promoting autonomy and agency in student learning.
    Barriers to implementing UDL include resistance to change, lack of time, and perceived lack of training.
    Small changes and incremental adjustments can make a significant impact in implementing UDL.
    UDL fosters collaboration and empathy among students, promoting diverse perspectives and strengths.
    Technology can be a powerful tool in supporting UDL practices, providing options for engagement, accessibility, and personalization.
    Parents can advocate for their children by sharing their insights and experiences with educators, and by collaborating to create a supportive learning environment.
    Teachers should approach UDL with a growth mindset, recognizing that success is measured by meeting the needs of all learners.
    To learn more about the Neurodiversity University courses for educators, click the link, and get in touch with us through the contact page if you have questions.
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    Jeff Horwitz is a 20-year educator and has been an administrator at independent schools in St. Louis since 2013. Prior to becoming an administrator, Jeff taught kindergarten through third grade in public and private schools. Jeff is passionate about providing students with opportunities for learning that will prepare them for the increasingly automated world we live in through collaborating with teachers, and using student-centered techniques. Jeff is an advocate for project-based learning and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). When Jeff isn’t immersed in schools, he’s spending time with his two kids, cooking, golfing and playing music with friends.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Twitter/X
    LinkedIn
    Novak Education

    • 38 min.
    A Quest For Meaningful Relationships

    A Quest For Meaningful Relationships

    Friendships and relationships can be hard for neurodivergent people, especially if they experience lagging social skills, or struggle with executive function. Emily Kircher-Morris is joined by Caroline Maguire, author of Why Will Nobody Play With Me?, and they discuss the challenges and importance of neurodivergent friendships, particularly for individuals with ADHD. They talk about the lack of support for ADHD kids in developing social skills, and the negative impact it can have on their self-esteem. They discuss ways to build confidence and replace negative self-talk with positive thoughts. During a time when online friendships often outnumber in-person ones, they talk about ways to achieve a balance. A quest for meaningful relationships, on episode 214.
    Takeaways
    Neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with ADHD, often face challenges in developing and maintaining friendships due to executive function weaknesses and a lack of social skills practice.
    Rejection sensitivity dysphoria is a common experience for neurodivergent individuals, leading to intense reactions to perceived slights or exclusion.
    Building confidence is crucial for developing friendships, and it can be achieved by focusing on strengths, celebrating small wins, and replacing negative self-talk with positive thoughts.
    Shared interests and activities provide opportunities for neurodivergent individuals to connect with like-minded peers and develop authentic relationships.
    While online friendships can be valuable, it is important to encourage a balance between online and in-person relationships to fully support social development.
    To learn more about the Neurodiversity University courses for educators, click the link. If you have any questions or need help getting started, get in touch with us through the contact page.
    Join the Neurodiversity Podcast Advocacy & Support Group on Facebook!
    Caroline Maguire is the founder of a revolutionary social emotional learning methodology that helps teach social skills to children, teenagers, and young adults. She holds a Masters degree in Education with a concentration in SEL training, and is the founder and director of The Fundamentals of ADHD Coaching for Families training curriculum at ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA). Caroline is also a former coach for the Hallowell Center in Sudbury, Massachusetts. In addition to coaching and training, she is the author of Why Will No One Play With Me?, the winner of the Best Parenting and Family Book 2020 as awarded by American Book Fest, and a co-collaborator on the newly released HowToSel.com – a daily social emotional learning platform anyone can incorporate into daily life.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Caroline’s website
    Facebook
    Instagram
    Twitter/X
    LinkedIn
    YouTube

    • 37 min.
    Not a Disease: Understanding Autism as Difference

    Not a Disease: Understanding Autism as Difference

    On episode 213, Emily is joined by Matt Lowry, host of the Autistic Culture podcast. They discuss the concept of autism as a neurotype and culture, Matt shares his personal experience as an autistic individual, and they discuss the importance of understanding autism in a non-pathologizing way. They also discuss the need for neurodiversity affirming evaluations and therapy, as well as the challenges of balancing autistic identity and social adaptation. It’s a challenge to create a life that matches your neurological makeup, and finding a supportive community can be key.
    This episode is brought to you by the Council for Exceptional Children, dedicated to high-quality education that is inclusive and equitable for individuals with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. Attend their Annual Convention & Expo, March 13-16, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. Register now at cecconvention.org/, and if you’re a school principal, receive free registration by using the code 24CEC100.
    Here’s a link to check out the courses Emily talks about in the Neurodiversity University.
    Matt Lowry is an Autistic adult, parent of an Autistic son, and a Licensed Psychological Practitioner who works exclusively with Autistic clients, performing neurodiversity-affirming Autism evaluations and providing Autistic Centered Therapy (AuCT) - a form of therapy that he helped create. Matt works hard to expand autistic access and inclusion through his professional work as well as his advocacy work co-hosting The Autistic Culture Podcast. Among his latest projects, he is currently helping to create an Autistic-friendly, Autistic-run, medical facility in his home state of Kentucky.
    BACKGROUND READING
    Matt’s website
    The Autistic Culture Podcast

    • 40 min.

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