meltdowns – AutismWish https://autismwish.org Granting Wishes to Children on the Spectrum & Providing Parent Resources Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:31:19 +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 meltdowns – AutismWish https://autismwish.org 32 32 187929047 EP 746 – Too Many Choices: Decision Fatigue https://autismwish.org/podcast/ep-746-too-many-choices-decision-fatigue/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=4023 Today we’ll explore how decision fatigue uniquely affects individuals with autism. We’ll show you how to identify signs, understand its impact, and discover practical strategies for managing daily choices.

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]]> 4023 EP 744 – Fight Night: Sibling Rivalry https://autismwish.org/podcast/ep-744-fight-night-sibling-rivalry/ Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=4005 We dive into the ups and downs of sibling rivalry when both kids are on the autism spectrum. We’ll chat about how to help them understand each other, deal with jealousy, and break through communication barriers. 

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]]> 4005 EP 737 – Summer Livin’ https://autismwish.org/podcast/ep-737-summer-livin/ Fri, 17 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=3959 Read more…]]> Summer is just around the corner and we are so ready! Are you? Today we discuss how we prepare for summer and the complications it can bring such as a disruption of routine, learning loss, behavioral challenges, and more. We also share how taking certain precautionary steps can help create a smoother summer transition.

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]]> 3959 Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Dr. Temple Grandin https://autismwish.org/podcast/bonus-ep-embracing-autism-irl-meet-dr-temple-grandin/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=3859 Read more…]]> Dr. Temple Grandin is an acclaimed animal behaviorist and animal science professor at Colorado State University. She is the subject of the 2010 film, Temple Grandin, which focuses on her start in animal agriculture. Dr. Grandin has become a prominent author and speaker both on autism and animal behavior. Diagnosed with autism as a child, Dr. Grandin credits her mother and mentors for helping her overcome her difficulties and pursue her interests. Today we discuss the importance of early intervention, developing independence and social skills, teachable moments, self-regulation techniques, inclusive learning environments and more!

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]]> 3859 EP 719 – Aggression & Violent Outbursts https://autismwish.org/podcast/719/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:01:00 +0000 https://autismwish.org/?post_type=podcast&p=3251 Read more…]]> Aggression in autistic children is often the most reported challenge by parents. Today we will dive into our experiences with aggression and violent outbursts, illustrate how we decode the reason behind them, and explain how we have both succeeded and failed in addressing these behaviors.

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