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Let's Talk About Autism

Let's Talk About Autism

Emily Klonowski

Talking all things autism! New episodes out Mondays!

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Let's Talk About Autism episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Let's Talk About Autism for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Let's Talk About Autism episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

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01/24/21 • 0 min

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Let's Talk About Autism - Wired a little differently

Wired a little differently

Let's Talk About Autism

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01/31/21 • 5 min

In this episode, let's talk about what autism is, the characteristics and if there's a cause.

References:

Autism & disability. (2021). Raising children network. Retrieved January 27, 2021 from https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/learning-about-autism

Park, H. R., Lee, J. M., Moon, H. E., Lee, D. S., Kim, B. N., Kim, J., Kim, D. G., & Paek, S. (2016). A Short Review on the Current Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders.Exp Neurobiol, 25(1), 1-13. http://doi.org/10.5607/en.2016.25.1.1

What is autism. (2021). Autism Spectrum Australia. Retrieved January 26, 2021 from https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/about-autism/what-is-autism

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Where it all began!

Where it all began!

Let's Talk About Autism

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01/24/21 • 6 min

In the very first episode, let's talk about the history of autism, and how far it's come.

References:

Harris, J. (2016). The origin and natural history of autism spectrum disorders. Nat Neurosci, 19, 1390-1450. https://doi.org/10.1038/nn.4427

Wolff, S. (2004). The history of autism. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 13, 201-208. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00787-004-0363-5

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Autism in Sport

Autism in Sport

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08/01/21 • 6 min

In this episode, let’s talk about autism in sport.

References:

Coster, W., Law, M., Bedell, G., Khetani, M., Cousins, M., & Teplicky, R. (2012). Development of the participation and environment measure for children and youth: Conceptual basis. Disability and Rehabilitation: An International, Multidisciplinary Journal, 34(3), 238–246. https://doi.org/10.3109/09638288.2011.603017

Darcy, S., & Dowse, L. (2013). In search of a level playing field—The constraints and benefits of sport participation for people with intellectual disability. Disability & Society, 28(3), 393–407. https://doi.org/10.1080/09687599.2012.714258

Ferguson, B. R., & Shapiro, S. K. (2016). Using a naturalistic sport context to train social skills in children. Child & Family Behavior Therapy, 38(1), 47–68. https://doi.org/10.1080/07317107.2016.1135700

Matson, J. L., & Goldin, R. L. (2013). Comorbidity and autism: Trends, topics and future directions. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 7(10), 1228–1233. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2013.07.003

Links:

Teachers

Including Children with Autism in General Physical Education: Eight Possible Solutions by Zhang and Griffin - https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ794569.pdf

A Teacher’s Guide to Adapted Physical Education by Martin Block - http://archive.brookespublishing.com/documents/four-key-steps-to-including-adapted-sports.pdf

High-Quality Physical Education for Pupils with Autism - https://www.afd.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/AUTISM-BOOKLET_v5.pdf

Parents

Exercising with Autism: What Parents Need to Know - https://exerciseright.com.au/exercising-for-kids-with-autism-what-parents-need-to-know/

https://exerciseright.com.au/kids-autism-spectrum-disorder/

https://www.carautismroadmap.org/choosing-a-sport-for-your-son-or-daughter-with-asd/

Autism Parents' Handbook

Peers

https://bourgase.com/teaching/special-education/autism/

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Vaccines and Autism

Vaccines and Autism

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06/14/21 • 5 min

In this episode, let’s talk about where the link between vaccines and autism came from and why the myth still persists, despite ample amounts of research disproving that vaccines can cause autism.

References:

DeStefano, F., Price, C.S., & Weintraub, E.S. (2013). Increasing exposure to antibody-stimulating proteins and polysaccharides in vaccines is not associated with risk of autism. The Journal of Pediatrics, 163(2), 561-567. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2013.02.001.

DeStefano, R., Shimabukuro, T.T. (2019). The MMR vaccine and autism. Ann Rev Virol, 6(1), 1-16.

DeStefano, R. (2007). Vaccines and Autism: Evidence Does Not Support a Causal Association. Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics. 82(6), 756-759.

Gerber, J. S., & Offit, P. A. (2009). Vaccines and autism: a tale of shifting hypotheses. Clinical infectious diseases: an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, 48(4), 456–461. https://doi.org/10.1086/596476

Goin-Kochel, R.P., Mire, S.S., Dempsey, A.G., Fein, R.H., Guffey, D., Minard, C.G., Cunningham, R.M., Sahni, L.C., & Boom, J.A. (2016). Parental report of vaccine receipt in children with autism spectrum disorder: Do rates differ by pattern of ASD onset? Vaccine, 34(11), 13335-1342, doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2016.02.008.

Makela, A., Nuorti, J. P., & Peltola, H. (2002). Neurologic disorders after measles-mumps-rubella vaccination. Pediatrics, 110(5), 957–963. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.110.5.957

Morrow, E. M., Yoo, S. Y., Flavell, S. W., Kim, T. K., Lin, Y., Hill, R. S., Mukaddes, N. M., Balkhy, S., Gascon, G., Hashmi, A., Al-Saad, S., Ware, J., Joseph, R. M., Greenblatt, R., Gleason, D., Ertelt, J. A., Apse, K. A., Bodell, A., Partlow, J. N., Barry, B., Walsh, C. A. (2008). Identifying autism loci and genes by tracing recent shared ancestry. Science (New York, N.Y.), 321(5886), 218–223. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1157657

Taylor, L.E., Swerdfeger, A.L., & Eslick, G.D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: An evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629. doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2014.04.085.

Wakefield, A.J., Murch, S.H., Anthony, A., Linnell, J., Casson, D.M., Malik, M., Berelowitz, M., Dhillon, A.P., Thomson, M.A., Harvey, P., Valentine, A., Davies, S.E., & Walker-Smith, J.A. (1998). RETRACTED: Ileal-lymphoid-nodular hyperplasia, non-specific colitis and pervasive developmental disorder in children. The Lancet, 351(9103), 637–641. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(97)11096-0.

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Autism in Girls

Autism in Girls

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03/08/21 • 5 min

In this episode, let’s talk about why we may see less girls with autism and why autism is less recognisable in girls.

References:

Attwood, T., Grandin, T., & Bolick, T. (2006). Asperger’s’ and Girls. Arlington, Texas, 2006.

Autism and girls. (2021). Autism Awareness Australia. Retrieved March 3, 2021 https://www.autismawareness.com.au/could-it-be-autism/autism-and-girls/

Autism-It's Different in Girls. (2016). Scientific American. Retrieved March 4, 2021. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/autism-it-s-different-in-girls/

Interventions for Girls and Women on the Autism Spectrum. (2019). Simmons University. Retrieved March 4, 2021 https://online.simmons.edu/blog/interventions-girls-women-autism-spectrum/

The Pattern of Abilities and Development of Girls with Asperger's Syndrome. (2021). Tony Attwood. Retrieved March 5, 2021. http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/books-by-tony-m/archived-papers/80-the-pattern-of-abilities-and-development-of-girls-with-aspergers-syndrome

Why Many Autistic Girls are Overlooked. (2021). Child Mind Institute. Retrieved March 5, 2021 https://childmind.org/article/autistic-girls-overlooked-undiagnosed-autism/

Links to the articles and book about autism in girls:

The Pattern of Abilities and Development of Girls with Asperger’s Syndrome – by Tony Attwood

http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/about-aspergers/girls-and-women-who-have-aspergers

https://suelarkey.com.au/girls-with-asd-3/

Aspergirls by Rudy Simone:

https://www.bookdepository.com/Aspergirls-Rudy-Simone/9781849058261

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Parents - look after yourselves

Parents - look after yourselves

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06/20/21 • 4 min

In this episode, let’s talk about some ways parents can look after themselves, and the emotional expectations upon learning about your child’s autism diagnosis.

References:

Algood, C.L., Harris, C., & Hong, J.S. (2013). Parenting success and challenges for families of children with disabilities: An ecological systems analysis. Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 23(2), 126-136. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10911359.2012.747408.

Banach, M., Iudice, J., Conway, L., & Couse, L.J. (2010). Family support and empowerment: Post autism diagnosis support group for parents. Social Work with Groups, 33(1), 69-83. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01609510903437383.

Barlow, J., Powell, L., & Gilchrist, M. (2006). The influence of the training and support programme on the self-efficacy and psychological well-being of parents of children with disabilities: A controlled trial. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 12, 55-63. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2005.02.005.

Fernańdez-Alcántara, M., García-Caro, P., Pérez-Marfil, N., Hueso-Montoro, C., Laynez-Rubio, C., & Cruz-Quintana, F. (2016). Feelings of loss and grief in parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Research in Developmental Disabilities, 55, 312-321. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2016.05.007.

Hsiao, Y.J., Higgins, K., Pierce, T., Whitby, P.J.S., & Tandy, R.D. (2017). Parental stress, family quality of life, and family-teacher partnerships: Families of children with autism spectrum disorder. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 70 , 152-162. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2017.08.013.

Lai, W.W., Goh, T.J., Oei, T.P.S., & Sund, M. (2015). Coping and well-being in parents of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 45(8), 2582-2593. doi: doi.org/10.1007/s10803-015-2430-9.

Links:

Association for Children with a Disability - https://www.acd.org.au/

https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/communicating-relationships/family-relationships/family-stress-asd

https://mytime.net.au/

Looking after yourself - https://www.carergateway.gov.au/help-advice/looking-after-yourself

Mental health plan - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan

For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.

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Let's Talk About Autism - Exploring independence as children - Part 1
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01/08/23 • 5 min

In this episode, let’s talk about what skills autistic children can develop to navigate an independent life. References: Gallimore, D. (2017). The essential guide to safe travel-training for children with autism and intellectual disabilities. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Developing community mobility and driving with youth on the autism spectrum: A psychosocial perspective. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 28(2), 91-96. https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2020.1798506. Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). ‘In their own time’: Parents gently push their autistic youth towards independent community mobility and participation. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 50(8), 2806-2818. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04384-9. Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Traversing the community is uncertain, socially complex and exhausting: Autistic youth describe experiences of travelling to participate in their communities. Journal of Transport & Health, 18, Article 100922. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jth.2020.100922. Let’s Talk About Autism is on Instagram. Click https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutautismpodcast/ to follow so you can stay tuned for new episodes, extras and much more! For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au. Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism. I acknowledge the Cadigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land I walk and learn on. I pay respects to the elders past, present and emerging.
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Let's Talk About Autism - Losing a loved one to death

Losing a loved one to death

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10/16/22 • 4 min

In this episode, let’s talk about what grief might look like for autistic individuals, how to talk about the death of a loved one and how to support them with the grieving process. Resources: Finding your own way to grieve by Karla Helbert - A practical and visual activity workbook for autistic children and young people. How people with autism grieve and how to help: an insider handbook by Deborah Lipsky References: Hume, K., Regan, T., Megronigle, L., & Rhinehalt, C. (2016). Supporting Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Grief and Loss. Teaching Exceptional Children, 48(3), 128-136. Koehler, K. (2016). Supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder through bereavement. Bereavement Care, 35(3), 94-101. Ryan, K., Guerin, S., Dodd, P., & McEvoy, J. (2010). Exploring the experiences of people with intellectual disabilities when service users die. British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 39, 259-265. Sormanti, M., & Ballan, M. (2011). Strengthening grief support for children with developmental disabilities. School Psychology International, 32(2), 179-193. Let’s Talk About Autism is now on Instagram. Click https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutautismpodcast/ to follow so you can stay tuned for new episodes, extras and much more! For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au. Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism. I acknowledge the Cadigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land I walk and learn on. I pay respects to the elders past, present and emerging.
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Let's Talk About Autism - Exploring independence as teenagers - Part 2
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01/22/23 • 5 min

In this episode, let’s talk about how building on the skills learned as children can support teenagers’ independence and how to decide when they are ready. References: Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Developing community mobility and driving with youth on the autism spectrum: A psychosocial perspective. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 28(2), 91-96. https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2020.1798506. Kersten, M., Coxon, K., Lee, H., & Wilson, N.J. (2020). Traversing the community is uncertain, socially complex and exhausting: Autistic youth describe experiences of travelling to participate in their communities. Journal of Transport & Health, 18, Article 100922. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jth.2020.100922. Haas, K., Wilson, N.J., Cordier, R., Vaz, S., & Lee, H. (2020). The experiences of young adults on the autism spectrum in using metropolitan public transport. Autism CRC. Retrieved 2 March 2022 from https://www.autismcrc.com.au/sites/default/files/reports/3-041_Young-autistic-adults-on-public-transport_Report_2020.pdf. Let’s Talk About Autism is on Instagram. Click https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutautismpodcast/ to follow so you can stay tuned for new episodes, extras and much more! For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au. Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism. I acknowledge the Cadigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land I walk and learn on. I pay respects to the elders past, present and emerging.
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Let's Talk About Autism currently has 53 episodes available.

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The episode title 'Wired a little differently' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Let's Talk About Autism is 7 minutes.

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Episodes of Let's Talk About Autism are typically released every 14 days.

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