Guiding Exceptional Parents

@GuidingExceptionalParents
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We apply what we've learned from the neuroscience of behavior and practical lived experience while providing neurodiversity-affirmative support, education, and community for caregivers of neurodivergent children. See www.guidingexceptionalparents.com.
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Fun ideas for kids from the Harvard Center on the Developing Child! (Ages 6 months - teens)

Read here: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/handouts-tools/brainbuildingthroughplay/

#ChildDevelopment
#EarlyEducation
#Resilience

Brain-Building Through Play: Activities for Infants, Toddlers, and Children - Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Playful interactions with adults help develop sturdy brain architecture, the foundations of lifelong health, and the building blocks of resilience.

Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Kaelynn Partlow says it: "The desire to contribute is universal... we should not leave out countless contributions that enrich lives but cannot be measured in dollars."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z23qMXC45XY

#AutismAcceptance
#AutismParent
#Autism
#ASD

The autism conversation we need to have | Kaelynn Partlow | TEDxBoulder

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Wonderful resource to help your autistic student find a college with helpful supports:
https://collegeautismnetwork.org/family-resources/

#AutismAcceptance
#Neurodiversity
#AutismParent
#ASD

Even though this program originated in Philadelphia, it's a great way for job seekers, employers, educators, and service providers to connect with the goal of gaining meaningful employment.

https://neurodiversityemploymentnetwork.org/job-opportunities/

#WorkplaceWellbeing
#Neurodiversity
#Neurodiverse
#JobSearch

Job Opportunities – Neurodiversity Employment Network

Co-regulation happens in many realms: emotional, physical, relational, etc. Physical co-regulation is a very important skill that I've really only heard about via RDI. This video is a fantastic example!

Watch here: https://www.facebook.com/reel/794553583169961

2.8M views Β· 25K reactions | Tygryski 🐯 Poranne zabawy ruchowe πŸ’ƒπŸ₯³πŸ₯° | Niepubliczne Przedszkole Akademia Dziecka w Naprawie

Tygryski 🐯 Poranne zabawy ruchowe πŸ’ƒπŸ₯³πŸ₯°

There are so many gems in this post!
It's like a "best of" list of possible strategies for communicating with your autistic child.

Read here: https://www.rdiconnect.com/autistic-vs-non-autistic-communication-styles-how-to-bridge-the-gap/

#Communication
#AutismParent
#Autism
#ASD

Autistic vs. Non-Autistic Communication Styles: How to Bridge the Gap | RDIconnect

RDIconnect | Parent and Professional Training

Join us Friday, April 24! We are excited to offer one of our most requested webinar topics: Anxiety and School Avoidance in the Context of Autism.

Come learn about anxiety and school avoidance in autistic students with one of the leading experts in the field, Dr. Jonathan Dalton. He's a truly exceptional speaker!

(Anyone who registers will have access to the recording if they can't attend.)

Learn more here: https://isthisautism.com/so/17PodXizN?languageTag=en&cid=69caf730-1b7c-4900-be63-95c17b542717

#AutismAwareness
#AutismSupport
#AutismParent
#Autism
#ASD

Is This Autism? Spring Announcements (OK, we know it isn't quite spring yet, but we just can't wait!)

On Friday April 24 we are excited to offer one of our most requested webinar topics: Anxiety and School Avoidance in the Context of Autism

Here are some great visual supports for helping kids navigate medical procedures and settings, from the wonderful people at the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC.

https://www.childrensnational.org/get-care/departments/autism-behavioral-consult/visual-supports-and-resources

#AutismAwareness
#AutismParenting
#Autism
#ASD

Visual Supports and Resources | Children's National Hospital

Whether your child is coming to the hospital for a procedure or just having a follow-up appointment, our Autism Behavioral Consult team has resources for you to share with your child to prepare them for their care experience.

Children's National Hospital

The Arc of Prince George's County recorded this video a while ago, but I missed it when they posted it! It describes all the wonderful things they have done for my family over the years.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6nSdrYwVKw

#DisabilityAwareness
#Community
#Maryland

A Dedicated Supporter

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These ideas designed to help ADHDers get things done are really great!

Source: https://mastodon.social/@cmconseils/115084449771400173

#Neurodivergent
#TaskParalysis
#ADHD