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Autism Weekly — 202 episodes

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Exploring Diverse Identities in Autism: Sexuality, Gender, and Mental Health | with Dr. Brandon Ito #232

2

The Gut-Brain Connection | with Dr. Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown #231

3

Teaching Kids to Speak for Themselves: Communication, Life Skills & Assent-Based Care | With Lexus Johnson, BCBA #230

4

How the Brain Gets Stuck and How to Help It Flex | Dr. Lucina Uddin #229

5

Reclaiming Identity: Christopher Carazas on Autism, Resilience, and Inclusion #228

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Managing Intense Emotions and Anxiety | with Dr. Susan White #227

7

Understanding Sensory Processing in Autism | with Dr. Shulamite Green #226

8

Executive Functioning: Strategies for Autism Success | with Dr. Lauren Kenworthy #225

9

Empowering Families: Parent-Mediated Interventions | with Dr. Brooke Ingersoll #224

10

Navigating Severe Autism: Awareness, Care, and Solutions | with Jill Escher #223

11

Innovating Through Neurodiversity, Creativity, and Resilience with Alix Generous #222

12

Building Inclusive Communities: A Conversation with Clara Garcia and Melissa Cardona #221

13

Neurodivergence-Affirming Practices: Empowering Social Connections | with Dr. Matthew Lerner #220

14

Building Communication Skills: Speech Therapy Strategies | with Rose Griffin #219

15

Ensuring Quality in ABA: The Role of Accreditation | with Jenna Kokoski #218

16

Embracing ADHD as a Superpower | with Ron Souers #117

17

Anxiety Treatments for Young Autistic Children with Dr. Amy Keefer #216

18

Addressing Health Disparities in Autism Services | with Dr. Erin Kang & Dr. Sadaf Khawar #215

19

Enhancing Autism Services: A Conversation with Dr. Colleen Katzenmoyer #214

20

Revolutionizing Autism Support: How AI and VR Are Shaping the Future | with Vijay Ravindran #213

21

Empowering Autism Through Exercise: A Conversation | with David Geslak #212

22

Rewriting the Autism Narrative: Advocacy, Identity, and Inclusion | with Dena L. Gassner #211

23

Early Autism Detection & Support Strategies | with Dr. Diana Robins #210

24

The Power of Listening and Mentorship Programs | With Kristen Gillespie-Lynch, Taylor (T) Abbatemarco, Louis Rotondo, and Rita Strickland #209

25

Empowering Autism: Rachelle Vartanian's Inspiring Journey #208

26

Autism and the Power of Music | with Dr. Scott Price #207

27

Navigating Transitions: A Family’s Journey Through Autism with Amy Kelly and Danny Kelly #206

28

Early Autism Signs & Support | with Dr. Giacomo Vivanti #205

29

Rebranding Autism: Seeing Strengths on the Spectrum | with Clain Udy #204

30

Bridging Science and Care: Autism Medications and Practical Insights with Dr. Joseph Buxbaum #203

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Championing Equity: Advocating for Black Autistic Children in Education | with Cheryl Poe #202

32

Defying Doubts: Kadin McElwain’s Journey of Advocacy & Achievement #201

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Unlocking Social Understanding: Predictive Coding with Dr. Leslie Carver #200

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Understanding Language, AAC, and Connection in Autistic Adults| with Dr. Ashley de Marchena #199

35

Early Signs & Early Action: Autism Detection and Intervention with Dr. Rebecca Landa #198

36

The Gut-Brain Connection: Innovations in Autism Therapies with Dr. James Adams #197

37

Autism Research: Advancements, Resources, and Family Support with Dr. Alycia Halladay #196

38

Navigating Adulthood with Autism | with Dr. Fred Volkmar #195

39

Turning Autism Around: Dr. Mary Barbera's 4-Step Approach for Families #194

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Drowning Prevention and Autism: Safeguarding Lives with Stacey Hoaglund #193

41

Compassion: The Eighth Dimension of Applied Behavior Analysis | Ashley Penney, Yev Veverka #192

42

Mapping the Brain: Neuroimaging and Autism Research | with Anila D'Mello #191

43

Visualizing Connection: Dr. Ami Klin on Eye-Tracking and Autism #190

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Neuroplasticity and The Melillo Method: Transforming Live with Dr. Robert Melillo #189

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Project PEACES: Advancing Success for Autistic College Students | with Dr. Brett Ranon Nachman & Brad Cox #188

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Mastering Social Skills: Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson on the Global Impact of PEERS #187

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Innovating Inclusivity: Dr. Wendy J. Ross on Enhancing Medical Care for Autistic Individuals #186

48

Design to Advocacy: Jessica Moore's Journey with AutismTN #184

49

Wellbeing Wins: Positive Psychology in Autism Services | with Patricia Wright and Katie Curran #183

50

Safety and Social Challenges for Autistic Woman| with Robyn Steward #182

51

Autism, Relationships, and Sexuality | with Amy Gravino #181

52

Understanding Intent: Navigating Title IX with Neurodiverse Children | with Jessica Wilbur and Tessa Muir #180

53

Amplifying Voices: Gender-Affirming Care for Trans and Autistic Individuals | with Ruchi Kapila #179

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Curiosity and Innovation: Dave Caudel's Journey in Autism Advocacy #178

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Embracing Resilience with Sylvia Moore Myers #177

56

Early Detection and Intervention | with Dr. Sarah Shultz #176

57

The Impact of the Children First Education Fund | with Ronnie Daniel #175

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Dr. Aaron Rachelle Campbell on Culturally Responsive Practices #174

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Autism Evaluation and Cultural Competence in Rural Areas | Dr. Jaye Odom #173

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Bridging Gaps in Autism Care: Health Disparities and Culturally Responsive Practices | with Dr. Bryn Harris #172

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Transforming Lives: How Tech and Behavior Science Shape Autism Therapy | with Dr. Bethany Raiff #171

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Empowering Communication: Rachel Dorsey's Autistic Perspective on Supporting Children with ASD #170

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Compassionate Connections: Elevating ABA with Mindfulness and Care | with Pranali Hoyle #169

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Transforming Autism Care: Milena Suarez's Vision Through Applied Behavior Analysis | with Milena Suarez Reyes #168

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Dr. Janie Funk on Innovating ABA Therapy and Autism Care at Behaven Kids #167

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Navigating Sexual Health Education for Autistic and Neurodivergent Youth | with Landa Fox #166

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How Autism Acceptance Can Influence Child Abuse Prevention | with Dr. Nicole Young #165

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Embracing Liberation: Culturally Affirming Care for Neurodiverse Families #164

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Communicating with Autistic Children through Bilingualism, Multimodality, and Code Switching with Naima Bhana #163

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Precision Teaching: The Learner Is Always Right with Jared Van #162

71

The Importance of Diversity & Cultural Representation in ABA with Bruce Tinor and Jeron Trotman #161

72

Systems-Level Approaches and Mental Health with Dr. Casey Dupart #160

73

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Dr. Wendy Chung's Precision Medicine Journey #159

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Jumpstart the Journey: Bridging Autism Care Gaps | with Carrie S. Woodward #158

75

AI and Eye Signals Revolutionize Diagnosis | with Paul Constable #157

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Navigating Schools for Autistic Children with ABA Therapy | with Matthew Wappett #156

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Autism Advocacy: A Conversation with Dr. Eric Larsson on Research and ABA Therapy

78

Empowering Parents: Transforming Challenging Behaviors in Children with Autism, ADHD, and Beyond | with Andrea Pollack #154

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A Compassionate Approach to Affirming Therapy | with Sam Farmer #153

80

Neurodiversity with The Distracted Autistic| with Katie York #152

81

Maternal Inflammation and Neurodevelopment | with Judy Van de Water #151

82

Profound Autism: Advocacy, Treatment, and a Closer Look at ASF’s Impact| with Judith Ursitti #150

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Strategies for Community Inclusion and Belonging | With Dr. Matthew Wappett

84

Autism, Genetics, Tissues, and New Discoveries | With Dr. Emily Casanova #148

85

A New Understanding of Autism | With Dr. Daniel Vogt #147

86

Empowering Communities: Ariana DeAngelis on Autism Education and Safety #146

87

Using Yoga to Unlock Communication in Kids with Autism | Kim Hughes and Amy Robert #145

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Global Connections: Angelica Gilmore’s Journey in ABA and Autism Advocacy #144

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Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches to Addressing Auditory Processing Difficulties | With Vanessa Rentschler #143

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Exploring Synchronous Schedules of Reinforcement | With Dr. Claudia Dozier #142

91

Enhancing Behavioral Services for Children with Disorders Part 2 | with Johanna Staubitz #141

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Enhancing Behavioral Services for Children with Disorders Part 1 | with Johanna Staubitz #140

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Exploring Sleep in Autism | with Annette Estes #139

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”Empowering Autistic Kids: Teaching the Power of ’No’ | With Lisa Wallace #138

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Natural Connections: Enhancing ABA Therapy Through Personal Interactions | With Danielle McNally, Priya Daniel and Hannah Foley #137

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Breaking Free: Embracing Individualized Approaches in Autism Therapy | With Melanie Pellecchia #136

97

Navigating the Exhaustion and Resilience of Autism Parenting | With Lisa Candera #135

98

Creating Inclusive Schools for Neurodivergent Students | with Lauren Hough Williams #134

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Transferable Skills of a Behavior Technician: How Experience in Autism Can Benefit Your Career and Life | with Kari Lentchner #133

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Now Trending: “Balancing Profit and Care: Private Equity’s Impact on ABA Therapy for Autism” | With Dr. Robbie El Fattal #132

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Autism and the LGBTQIA2+ Community: Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusion | With Ms. Camille Williams #131

102

Unleashing Potential: The Power of Employment for Autistic Individuals and Creating Inclusive Workplaces | With Maisie Soetantyo #130

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Navigating ABA Therapy: Understanding the Red and Green Flags| With Dr. Aaron Blocher-Rubin and Carey Beranek #129

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”Decoding the Autism Spectrum: Understanding the Diagnosis Process” with Dr. Natalie Roth #128

105

Improving Outcomes for Children and Families: The CFQL-2 and Workflow Enhancement Platform Explained | With Dr. Frazier #127

106

Exploring the Future of Autism Care: The Potential of AI and Data Analytics | With Dr. David J. Cox and Jamie Pagliaro #126

107

Overcoming Behavioral Issues Insights from Autism Mom and Life-Coach | With Michelle Rogers #125

108

Unlocking your Learning Potential | With Ling Ly Tan and Jane Button #124

109

Raising Awareness: Trauma Assumed Care | With Dr. danyelle beal and Ms. Camille Williams #123

110

Literacy Development in the Autism Community | With Drs. Denise Ross-Page and R. Douglas Greer #122

111

Training Police Officers and Dentists in Autism Care | With Dr. Dorothea Lerman #121

112

Quality Management in the ABA Community | With Dr. Ellie Kazemi #120

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”What I would tell my younger, not yet diagnosed autistic self” | With Sam Farmer #119

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Compassionate Care in the ABA Field | With Dr. Rajaraman #118

115

Now Trending: Time-Limited Care #117

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Building Community | With Autism Society Inland Empire #116

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Now Trending: Understanding Assent & Assent Withdrawal in ABA | With Dr. El Fattal #115

118

Making Choices about ABA, Schools and More | With Jessica Wilbur #114

119

Being Elvis and Growing up Autistic | With Aaron Smith #113

120

Autism Mom & Coach - Building Communication Skills | With Michelle Rogers #112

121

Autism Nightclub & Dance Party | With Crisann Black #111

122

Now Trending - Myths, Misconceptions and the Evolution of ABA with: Dr. El Fattal and Dr. Kerri Milyko #110

123

Food Selectivity and the Impact of Sugar | With Jerrod Brown #109

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Autism Mom & Life Coach Discussing Potty Training | With Michelle Rogers #108

125

Capturing Special Moments Through Photography | With Scott Gutentag #107

126

Building Relationships and Fostering Connection | With Author and Coach, Jennifer Cook #106

127

An Awesome Visit To Erik’s Ranch & Retreats | Interview With The Vital Team Members That Live & Work There! #105

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Traveling Tips and Vacation Ideas! | With Autism Mom, Rhiannon Rose #104

129

Behavior Basics & Parenting with ABA | With Leanne Page, Author & BCBA #103

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Core Principals of Ethics in Behavior Analysis | With Dr. Amanda N. Kelly #102

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What to Do While on Waitlist for Autism Services | With Scott Revlin #101

132

Love & Life On The Spectrum | with David & Alison Isaacman #100

133

Building Inclusive Learning Environments & Increasing Access to Care | With Chris Collins #99

134

A discussion about Building Self-Esteem | With Dr. Hank Schlinger #98

135

A Parent Perspective: Single Dad Raising Three Autistic Boys | With Rob Gorski #97

136

What is Trauma Informed Care? | With Jerrod Brown, PhD #96

137

Learning Financial Independence and Global Autism Community Discussion | With Dr. Anila Khan #95

138

Building Skills Through Alternative Baseball! | With Autistic Self Advocate, Coach Taylor Duncan #94

139

Summer Fun in ABA Treatment Delivery | Interview with Rachel Grondin-Martinez, BCBA #93

140

Finding Your Voice | With Autism Activist, Marcus Boyd #92

141

Dental Hygiene Tips & the First Trip To the Dentist on the Spectrum | With Dr. Amanda #91

142

Unique Living, Working, Recreational, and Voluntourism Opportunities at Erik’s Ranch! | #90

143

What Distinguishes a Quality ABA Organization? | With Dr. Chanti Waters, BCBA-D

144

Becoming a Humble Behaviorist & The Impact of Collaboration | Trina Spencer, PhD, BCBA-D #87

145

The Power of Community Inclusion | With Pablo Juarez, M.E., BCBA #86

146

Developing Social Cognition on the Spectrum | with Jerrod Brown, PhD #85

147

Autistic Perspective: Masking and Self Awareness | with Author Sam Farmer #84

148

Music Therapy and Autism | With Dr. Petra Kern #83

149

Autism and Theory of Mind: What Parents Need To Know! | With Jerrod Brown, PhD #82

150

Autistic Perspective: What Does ”Good ABA” Look Like? - Interview with Savannah Sivertson, BCBA #81

151

Stay in the Know! Government Relations & Autism Care 2022 | With Anna Bullard from the BHCOE #80

152

The Incredible Impact of Early Intervention | With Dr. Lauren Franz #79

153

The Role of Telehealth In Autism Care | with Ron Oberleitner #78

154

The Importance of Early Detection and Diagnosis of Autism | with Karen Pierce, PhD #77

155

Building Team Culture & Reducing Burnout in ABA | With Jamie Pagliaro #76

156

Creating Healthy Sibling Relationships | With Mishka Sibert from Happy Autism #75

157

Listen to Autistic Voices & Improve The Future of Autism Care | with Molly Ola Pinny from The Global Autism Project #74

158

Medical Necessity in the field of ABA and Autism Care | Dr. Eric Larsson from the Lovaas Institute #73

159

Exercise: Benefits Far Beyond Just Health & Fitness | With Coach Dave from Exercise Connection #72

160

A Discussion about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Day-to-Day in ABA | With Sierra King & Kelly Johnson-Martinez

161

Parenting Tips: How to Keep Your Cool and Manage Stress | With Dr. Angela Stewart #70

162

Autism and Screen Time - Utilizing Helpful Tools & Avoiding Misuse | With Jerrod Brown, PhD #69

163

Autism Myth Busting | With Psychologist, Dr. Natalie Roth #68

164

Better Understanding Autism Through Genetic Research | With Dr. Pamela Feliciano from SPARK for Autism

165

A Parent Perspective on 10+ Years of Navigating Autism Services | With Natalie Cummings #66

166

ABA Basics: Learning Executive Functioning Skills | With Jerrod Brown, PHD #65

167

DADvocating & Celebrating Ausome Children | with Jamiel Owens #64

168

Behavior Basics & Parent Learning Tools | With Dr. Stewart Pisecco from Attend Behavior #63

169

Art and Autism: The Power Of The Super Spectrum Showcase | With Laurie Bowen #62

170

What Does It Mean To Receive an Autism Diagnosis? | With Psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Rogers #61

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Tips for Workplace Success - With Autism Self Advocate and Author Sam Farmer #60

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The Great Resignation & Its Impact On The ABA Field | With Leadership Expert Tim Schneider #59

173

Using Games Therapeutically to Build Skills | With Adam Davis From Game To Grow

174

Autism & The Criminal Justice System - Vulnerabilities in Compliance & Naivety #57

175

What Goes Into Becoming a Behavior Analyst? | Interview with Cameron Nesbitt From National University #56

176

Playdates & Building Connections - Interview With Emily Bruce from PeerKnect #55

177

IEP & ABA - Working Together for Improved Learning! With Dr. Nichole Williams and Dr. Ashley Shayter #54

178

Learning Independent Living Skills On The Spectrum | Interview with Jenna Knauss #53

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Bullying and Autism | With Self Advocate & Author Sam Farmer #52

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What Does the Future of Autism Care Look Like? | Interview with Jonathan Mueller #51

181

IEP (Individualized Education Plan) Basics | Interview with Dr. Peter Faustino #50

182

Holding the ABA Field to a Standard of Excellence | Interview With Sara Litvak and Anna Bullard from the BHCOE #49

183

Learning Social Skills and Making Friends | With Amanda Taylor, BCBA #48

184

Back to School: What You Need To Know To Get Off To A Great Start! - With Dr. T #47

185

Finding Joy & Learning New Skills Through Sports | With Mariah Alden, BCBA

186

Sex Ed, Dating, and Love On The Autism Spectrum | Interview With Amy Gravino #45

187

Mystifying and Educating Audiences by Combining Magic with Autism Self Advocacy | Interview With Magician, Cody Clark #44

188

Ethics in Autism Care: A Discussion about Scope of Competence, Collaboration, and Humility | Interview with Dr. Matt Brodhead #43

189

Autism Care Then, Now, & What’s Next + ABS Kids’ 10 Year Anniversary Celebration! #42

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Tips for Avoiding Fourth of July Sensory Overload | Interview with Joel Manwill, OT #41

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Who’s the Boss? What Families Need To Know About Instructional Control - With Amanda Garrett-Baker, BCBA - #40

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Make a Difference With a Career In ABA | Interview With Megan Marks #39

193

Autism & Summer Fun in ABA Treatment Delivery | Interview with Rachel Grondin-Martinez, BCBA #38

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Measuring Autism Prevalence - The Positive Impact of Good Data | Interview with Dr. Deborah Bilder from URADD #37

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Promoting Diversity & Inclusion in ABA: Are You Going to BABA? Interview With danyelle beal & Leticia Moreno #36

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The Importance of Following the ABA Prescription & Teaching FUNctionally | Interview With Dr. Chanti Waters, BCBA-D #35

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Improving Police Interactions with Autistic Individuals | Interview with Officer Jessica Diaz #34

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The Importance of Self Care While Parenting a Child With Autism - Interview with Dr. O'Laughlin - #33

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How Speech and ABA Therapy Work Together - Interview With Rose Griffin, SLP, BCBA

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Finding Fulfilling Work On The Autism Spectrum - Blawesome Flower Farm #31

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Autism and Employment: The Value of Neurodiversity in Hiring - Interview with Dr. Keivan Stassun #30

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Parent Advocacy, Insurance Coverage & Autism Services- Interview with Lorri Unumb #29