autistic – AutismWish https://autismwish.org Granting Wishes to Children on the Spectrum & Providing Parent Resources Thu, 05 Dec 2024 18:00:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://i0.wp.com/autismwish.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-PNG_Shooting-Star-Straight.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 autistic – AutismWish https://autismwish.org 32 32 187929047 Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Dr. Matt Zakreski https://autismwish.org/podcast/bonus-ep-embracing-autism-irl-meet-dr-matt-zakreski/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=4171 Read more…]]> Tune in as we sit down with Dr. Matt on the topic of 2e/twice exceptional kiddos. Dr. Matt Zakreski, PsyD., is a dynamic speaker and clinical psychologist specializing in gifted and neurodivergent individuals. With over 400 presentations worldwide on stages and podcasts, he shares insights on supporting neurodivergent individuals in every aspect of life—from school to college to the workplace. He is passionate about making knowledge of the brain, human behavior, and clinical psychology accessible and practical to help people improve their lives.

Website: https://www.drmattzakreski.com/

Podcast: Nerding Out on Neurodiversity Book:

Neurodiversity Playbook: How Neurodivergent People Can Crack the Code of Living in a Neurotypical World – Available on Amazon

]]> 4171 EP 606 – Saying What You Mean https://autismwish.org/podcast/606/ Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2412 Today we tackle the topic of autistic communication, how challenges in this area can cause miscommunications or misperceptions, and what you as a parent can do to ease the frustration for your child. 

]]> 2412 EP 506 – Enduring Rejection https://autismwish.org/podcast/506/ https://autismwish.org/podcast/506/#respond Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=2161 Today we reflect on the social rejection and isolation autistic children face, which often accompanies them into adulthood.

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