Simon talks about how easy it is to call some people autistic, why others go misdiagnosed for not fitting into a stereotype, and the fear that comes with either scenario. He also tells you the simplest autism explanation he's heard that will help you identify the condition. It happened on a dating app of all places, so listen to hear the whole story.
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Nov 2021
Ep 17: Team Players and Dyslexia
After a long break, Simon sits down with Atlanta comedian, showrunner, and dyslexia practitioner Haylie Montgomery (@HaylieComedy) who talks about receiving an early diagnosis of dyslexia and how it affects her views on the world and her successful professional life helping child ... Show More
37m 26s
Oct 2020
Ep 15: Baseball, Another Special Interest
In this episode, Simon talks about growing up in Atlanta and becoming obsessed with the hometown Braves and baseball. This one shows how a simple decision that he is responsible for rippled into adulthood, and is less fulfilling than it sounds. Surely there must be better ways to ... Show More
9m 40s
Oct 2025
Dyslexia myths, misconceptions and facts, with Tim Odegard, PhD
Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences, yet it’s still widely misunderstood. Tim Odegard, PhD, talks about how dyslexia is diagnosed and defined; his own experience growing up with dyslexia; how kids at risk can be identified early; what interventions work best; ... Show More
39m 5s
Feb 2025
Episode 311: Dysregulation with Jessie Ginsburg, the Sensory SLP
In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, we welcome expert Jessie Ginsburg to discuss dysregulation in individuals with autism. Jessie defines dysregulation and shares key signs to look for, as well as effective strategies for educators and caregivers to intervene and preven ... Show More
26m 58s
Jun 2024
The Tudor Dixon Podcast: The Increase in ADHD Diagnoses and Overreliance on Medication
<p>In this episode, Tudor discusses the increase in diagnoses of ADHD and the overreliance on medication as a solution. She interviews Dr. Connie McReynolds, a licensed psychologist, about her book 'Solving the ADHD Riddle' and the lasting solutions to ADHD symptoms. Dr. McReynol ... Show More
39m 17s
Sep 2023
A Mighty Moving Episode With Lindsay Kemeny
<p>This installment of <em>Literacy Talks</em> features and celebrates the publication of our own Lindsay Kemeny’s new bestselling book, <b><em>7 Mighty Moves: Research-Backed, Classroom-Tested Strategies to Ensure K-to-3 Reading Success</em></b>, from Scholastic. It’s an opportu ... Show More
37m 23s
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