Talk Autism by Debbie

Debra Gilbert
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Let's talk about Autism.  The ups and downs for guiding an individual that is on the spectrum.    Let's not forget about the parents and other children during out talks. 

  1. 3D AGO

    What People See And Miss In Autism

    Send us Fan Mail What if the hardest parts of autism and ADHD are the parts no one can see? We’re talking about the real gap between “behavior” and brain-based challenges and why that gap leads to so much misunderstanding at school and at home. From sensory sensitivity and rigid routines to shutting down mid-task, the visible signs are only one slice of the picture.  We walk through common autism traits people notice, then dig into what often gets missed: reduced working memory, slow processing of new information, detail-first thinking, trouble reading nonverbal cues, and difficulty shifting thought patterns. We also share why visual schedules can be a game-changer for transitions and independence, and how a quick “brain break” can prevent overload before it turns into a meltdown.  Then we shift to ADHD, including the classic signs like fidgeting, unfinished work, and distractibility, plus the invisible hurdles like impulse control, organization, and stress management. You’ll hear practical classroom strategies such as flexible movement, faster pacing for drills, and simple regulation tools. We also share a real story about calling a parent to build teamwork, celebrating a student who handled disappointment, and how small positive reinforcement can change the whole week.  If you care about neurodiversity, special education, classroom management, or parenting support for autism and ADHD, this one will give you language and tools you can use right away. Subscribe, share with a teacher or parent who needs it, and leave a review with one “invisible” challenge you want more people to understand. Drop me a line! Support the show

    15 min

  2. MAR 17

    Special Education Under Pressure

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    10 min

  3. MAR 8

    Building Independence From Strengths

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    14 min

  4. JAN 19

    Snacks Aren’t Strategy: Why Perks Fuel Tantrums

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    8 min

  5. 03/03/2025

    From Aggression to Expression: Fostering Development

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    14 min

  6. 02/24/2025

    Effective Techniques for Fostering Growth in Children

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    13 min

  7. 02/22/2025

    Empowering Positivity: Harnessing the Power of Reinforcement Strategies for Children with Autism

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    14 min

  8. 01/12/2025

    Creating Harmony at Home: Transformative Strategies for Supporting Children on the Spectrum

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    14 min
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Let's talk about Autism.  The ups and downs for guiding an individual that is on the spectrum.    Let's not forget about the parents and other children during out talks. 

Information

  • Creator
    Debra Gilbert
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Talk Autism by Debbie
  • Show Website
    Talk Autism by Debbie