The Middletown Centre for Autism Podcast

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The Middletown Centre for Autism Podcast

This is a series of podcasts created by Middletown Centre featuring interviews with leading thinkers and practitioners in the world of autism. The interviews feature discussions on strategies that may be helpful in supporting autistic children and young people during times of uncertainty and stress. We are hosting our international conference on 23rd and 24th of April 2021To join this click on this link https://eventfulbelfast.eventsair.com/mca/register/Site/Register

  1. Adaptive Teaching with Dr Jo Fitzsimons 

    NOV 13

    Adaptive Teaching with Dr Jo Fitzsimons 

    Ahead of our Differentiation masterclass on the 15th, we chatted to Dr Jo Fitzsimons about adaptive teaching and the small changes that can have a huge impact in the classroom. To find out more about Jo’s Masterclass visit: https://www.middletownautism.com/package/professionals/middletown-masterclasses

    35 min
  2. Understanding Tourettes Syndrome with Jess Thom

    NOV 6

    Understanding Tourettes Syndrome with Jess Thom

    We know that autistic people are more likely to have Tourettes Syndrome or tic conditions. In our latest podcast, we chat to comedian, playwright and author, Jess Thom aka TourettesHero. She talks about her experience living with Tourettes Syndrome and how she’s reclaiming and reframing this misunderstood condition. You can find out more about Jess here: https://www.touretteshero.com/

    34 min
  3. Understanding ADHD with Ken Kilbride from ADHD Ireland

    OCT 2

    Understanding ADHD with Ken Kilbride from ADHD Ireland

    Research suggests that between 50 and 70% of autistic people may also have ADHD. On our latest podcast we chat to Ken Kilbride, CEO of ADHD Ireland to learn more about life with ADHD. For more information on ADHD Ireland, please visit:  https://adhdireland.ie/

    33 min
  4. Eve McIvor-Makaton Master

    SEP 25

    Eve McIvor-Makaton Master

    Non-speaking Awareness Day falls next week. On the podcast, we’re celebrating a young woman who is using Makaton to support young people who speak few or no words. Eve McIvor has Down Syndrome and is autistic. She’s also a Makaton Master bringing her passion for communication to young people in Northern Ireland. You can follow Eve’s work through her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552576340634

    11 min
  5. Understanding Trauma with Deirdre O’Shea

    SEP 4

    Understanding Trauma with Deirdre O’Shea

    Trauma is a serious but important topic. In this episode, we’re joined by Specialist Teacher, Deirdre O’Shea who explains what trauma is, how it may impact autistic people and how we can support someone through trauma. For more information on the topics discussed, please visit: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/professional-practice/ptsd-autism https://mental-health-wellbeing.middletownautism.com/information-strategies/ptsd-and-trauma/ https://neurodiver...

    54 min
  6. Dr Mary Doherty- Healthcare

    AUG 23

    Dr Mary Doherty- Healthcare

    It looks like there was a glitch in our podcast with Dr Mary Doherty. For anyone who couldn't access it, here is the full version-In this episode, we chat to autistic health professional and researcher, Dr Mary Doherty. Mary has driven research to support autistic patients and healthcare workers. We find out about her work and her experience as an autistic autism researcher. You can find some of Mary’s research work here: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mary-Doherty-9

    52 min
  7. Animals & Nature with Becca Lory Hector

    AUG 21

    Animals & Nature with Becca Lory Hector

    Animals & Nature with Becca Lory HectorMany autistic people feel particularly comfortable around animals and nature. In this podcast we speak to autistic author, researcher and advocate, Becca Lory Hector about her relationship with animals and how they have improved her life. Trigger warning: this episode includes mention of mental health challenges and grief. To learn more about Becca visit: https://beccalory.com/

    39 min
  8. Podcast: Monotropism with Fergus Murray

    AUG 7

    Podcast: Monotropism with Fergus Murray

    The theory of Monotropism focuses on how autistic people allocate their attention. Autistic theorist, Fergus Murray joins us on the latest podcast episode to discuss how the theory, which was developed by autistic people, may explain much of autistic experience. To read some of Fergus’ writing visit: https://oolong.co.uk/

    47 min
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This is a series of podcasts created by Middletown Centre featuring interviews with leading thinkers and practitioners in the world of autism. The interviews feature discussions on strategies that may be helpful in supporting autistic children and young people during times of uncertainty and stress. We are hosting our international conference on 23rd and 24th of April 2021To join this click on this link https://eventfulbelfast.eventsair.com/mca/register/Site/Register

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