Afleveringen
-
How often have your heard a parent say that they suspect their child is autistic or ADHD but they don't want them to grow up having "that label"? In this episode of the Neuropositive Podcast, Phyllis discusses why neurodivergent labels are important and the power of talking openly about them with our children. Highlights include:
How avoiding labels such as autism, ADHD, bipolar, etc. is a form of ableism that can potentially prevent children from accessing necessary support and accommodationsWhy it's important for us to reclaim our neurodivergent labels as a form of self-advocacy, empowerment, and to fight social stigmaHow to talk to your child about their neurodivergent identification in ways that are age-appropriate, practical, and positive -
In this week's episode, Phyllis critiques the wildly popular 'Telepathy Tapes' podcast.
The Telepathy Tapes is a documentary-style podcast that explores the possible phenomenon of non-speaking autistic people and telepathic abilities. Despite her admiration for producer Kai Dickens' work, Phyllis finds the telepathy podcast deeply problematic, including:
Lack of scientific process and real evidencePotential harm to the neurodivergent community by sensationalizing and othering autistic peopleDistracting from meaningful progress and understanding of how to support non-speaking autistic people and their families/caregivers Devaluing the contribution and self-advocacy of actually autistic non-speakersLinks to non-speaking autistic advocates:
Danny Whitty
Bri Guerra
Jordyn Zimmerman
-
Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
-
In this Hotline episode, Phyllis answers a listener question about how teachers (and others who work in schools) can better support neurodivergent children.
Drawing from her own experiences with various educational environments for her daughter, Phyllis emphasizes:
The importance of recognizing and accommodating individual needs in the classroomUnderstanding that all behavior is communicationWhy sensory breaks should never have to be "earned" and why withholding recess is counterproductiveThe need for regular communication between teachers and parents Always presuming competence in neurodivergent students -
In this episode of Neuropositive, we're tackling a topic that's highly relevant to parents raising neurodivergent children-- screen time.
We talk with Ash Brandin, EdS (they/them) who has been a public school educator for over a decade. In that time they found innovative ways of using student interests --including video games-- to increase engagement and make learning more fun and effective. Since February 2021, their Instagram page (@TheGamerEducator) has helped tens of thousands of families make screen time beneficial for the whole family.
Ash believes screens should be part of our lives, not the center of our lives, and helps caregivers navigate the world of tech using consistent, loving boundaries.
In this interview Ash:
Highlights the importance of approaching screens with neutrality, recognizing the benefits they offer without judgment. Explains how we can take what works from the accommodating environment video games provide and apply it to the real world to help our children learn new skills and thriveDiscusses screen time as an intersectional issue including the broader societal voids filled by screens -
In this episode of Neurpositive, Phyllis Brasenell offers empathy and guidance for parents and caregivers of newly identified neurodivergent children.
Several years into her journey, she shares what she wishes she'd known when her daughter was first identified as autistic. No matter the flavor of neurodivergence -- whether it's ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, autism, etc.-- you'll walk away from this episode feeling more supported and less alone knowing that:
It's Okay to Pause and Process FirstYour Child is Still the Same ChildFree Yourself from Comparing Your Child to OthersAllow Yourself to CryGo Slow and Ask Questions -
In this first episode of the Neuropositive Podcast I share my personal journey as a late-diagnosed ADHD mom to neurodivergent daughters. In this episode I unpack what I believe a Neuropositive future looks like, the need to address the intersectionality of neurodiversity with issues like race, class, and gender, and the importance of creating an inclusive, supportive community. I also offer a peek into what future episodes will cover including topics, interviews, listener questions, and more real-time reflections as I continue traveling my own neurodivergent path. Discover:Who the podcast is for and what you can expect in future episodesWhat it means to be Neuropositive and how we can create a truly inclusive communityThe importance of amplifying neurodivergent voicesWhy we can't skip over intersectionality when talking about neurodiversity
-
An affirming podcast about celebrating neurodivergence in every form with conversations that are both pragmatic and heartfelt. Subscribe now!
