EP. 64 When Teachers Don't Listen: A Parent's Struggle for Understanding Severe Autism

Send us Fan MailShannon continues sharing emails between herself and her son Jacob's teachers in Wisconsin, revealing the challenges of advocating for a child with severe autism in the school system.• Ongoing battles with teachers about using food as a motivator despite Shannon's opposition due to potential eating disorders and specific dietary restrictions• Frustration with teachers repeatedly asking for guidance already provided in Shannon's comprehensive instruction letter• Teachers demonstrating defensiveness when Shannon suggests someone might be "unwittingly" triggering Jacob's behaviors• Failed experiment with CBD oil • Safety concerns with school van driver • Hilarious and endearing story about Jacob shaving• Recent breakthrough moment • Importance of scheduling IEPs as often as needed and bringing advocates to meetingsPlease share this podcast with anyone who might benefit, email your experiences to [email protected], or support the show through the "buy me a coffee" link to help keep this resource free for those who need it.AngelSense DeviceAngelSense GPS Monitoring Device Tracker For Kids, Teens, ElderlyTherapressure Brush 6 Pack Latex FreeSpecial Supplies Sensory Brush for Occupational and Sensory Brushing 6 Pack Latex Free StimulateCalmMagnesium Citrate Nervous System SupportNOW Foods - Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support 400 mg. - 240 Vegetable Capsule(s) NOW Foods MaSelect a Size TV Screen Impact ProtectorHeavy Duty. Extensively tested; will deflect any thrown remote control or a toy.Organic Matcha TeaI enjoy the calming and strengthening benefits of this tea.View My Summer Supplies Shopping Cart!iHerb supplies some of the safest summer products for sunscreen, bug screen, and stress management!Rhodiola AdaptogenicNervousSystemsupportThese are some of my favorite products - Organic with no fillers, no flow agents, and no synthetics.Organic Herbal Liquid Tinctures For You!Mountain Rose Herbs supplies carefully formulated tinctures that fit in with our busy lifestyle.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link:   https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Parenting-Severe-Autism-podcast/100083292374893/Email: [email protected]