Building Autonomy: Strategies for Supporting Neurodiverse Students with D. Wymer

In this episode of Autism and the Neurodiverse, we feature insightful discussions between D. and Alta, who share their experiences and strategies for fostering autonomy and managing interpersonal conflicts among students, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Dee explains the importance of giving students time to calm down before addressing the consequences of their actions and highlights the continuous support provided to help them become more independent. Alta discusses specialized training programs designed to teach students to be better roommates and responsible citizens. Tune in to learn how expectations evolve in the LiFT and autonomy programs, which focus on real-life scenarios and self-sufficiency.