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What You NEED To Know #Autism and #Wandering (S2E11)

S2E11 Wandering is a huge problem in the Autism community and it's reached epidemic levels. Sidra Collins is an Autism Mom and Community Manager at AngelSense. She joins me to discuss everything you need to know about wandering and how AngelSense is working to save the lives of Autistic kids who wander. If you are worried about your child with Autism wandering off, you need to listen. Support This Podcast You can find AngelSense: angelsense.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngelSenseGPS You can find me: theautismdad.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/theautismdad This episode is sponsored by Lakikid.com. Visit Lakikid.com/theautismdad and use code “theautismdad” to save 20% on their amazing sensory tools. This episode is sponsored by Mightier. Mightier is an amazing program out of Harvard Medical and Boston Children’s. It uses video games to teach kids to emotionally self-regulate. Visit theautismdad.com/mightier and…

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December 20, 2019

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Everything You Didn’t Know About #ADHD (S2E10)

Hazel McAdam and I discuss all the things you didn't know about ADHD, as well as answer some listener questions. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe.

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December 12, 2019

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The Autism Healthcare Collaborative (S2E9)

I had the opportunity to speak with Sheri A. Marino, MA, CCC-SLP this past week. She's the Executive Director of the Autism Healthcare Collaborative. The only way I can think to describe this organization is Dr. House meets Autism. The AHC basically provides families of medically complicated Autistic children with access to the top doctors from various specialities via teleconferencing.

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December 6, 2019

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Ethan Fisher Talks Tragedy and Triumph (S2E8)

S2E8 In this week's episode, I have the chance to talk with Ethan Fisher about depression, mental illness, addiction and suicide. Ethan is a keynote speaker who has turned tragedy into triumph. We discuss recognizing the signs of depression in our kids and how we can help them. He helps students all over the country by encouraging an open discussion about mental illness and substance abuse. I'm so grateful he had the time to talk with me about this. Support The Podcast You can find Ethan: ethan-fisher.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/UNDRAFTED_EFISH Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ethan.fisher.7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efish.lifecon/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-fisher-mba-5213b738/ You can find me: theautismdad.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/theautismdad This episode is sponsored by Lakikid.com. Visit Lakikid.com/theautismdad and use code “theautismdad” to save 15% on their amazing sensory tools. This episode is sponsored by Mightier. Mightier is an amazing program…

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November 29, 2019

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Brenda Bisner on The Dangers of Unsupervised Online Streaming (S2E7)

(S2S7) In this episode, I talk with Brenda Bisner. She's the SVP of A Parent Media Co Inc. the creators of the SAFE STREAMING Platform, Kidoodle.TV. We talk about online streaming and the many dangers that parents are sometimes unaware of. We also discuss ways that parents can better manage what their kids are watching. This is a very important conversation and I walked away from this understanding that I need to make some changes in my household. Do you need to make some changes in yours? You can find Brenda at Kidoodle.TV You can find me at theautismdad.com Find me on Twitter: @theautismdad This episode is sponsored by Lakikid.com. Visit Lakikid.com/theautismdad and use code "theautismdad" to save 15% on their amazing sensory tools. This episode is sponsored by Mightier.…

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November 22, 2019

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LifeTown is a gift to the #specialneeds community (S2E6)

(S2E6) I speak with Rabbi Zalman Grossbaun and Jonah Zimilies from LifeTown. LifeTown is a 53,000 sq foot facility built to service the special needs community in Livingston, New Jersey. New Jersey has the highest rate of children with autism in the United States, and the largest population of children on the spectrum live in Essex County. LifeTown is designed to provide desperately needed services for those in the special needs community, as well as help bridge the gaps with the general public. This is an absolutely amazing facility and what's happening in Livingston, New Jersey needs to happen all over this country. You can find LifeTown at www.lifetown.com You can find Words Bookstore at http://www.wordsbookstore.com/ This is episode is sponsored by Lakikid.com/theautismdad. Check out their amazing sensory products and…

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November 14, 2019

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Melissa Hruza on adoptaclassroom.org and funding teachers? (S2E5)

This week Melissa Hruza, Director of Marketing and Corporate Sponsorships at adoptaclassroom.org stopped by to discuss how they are helping teachers and students all over the country, find the funding they need. So many teachers have to pay for classroom necessities out of their own pocket and that's simply unacceptable. Adoptaclassroom.org is a national, award-winning nonprofit that provides the most flexible and accountable funding for K-12 teachers and schools throughout the U.S. Their proprietary, easy-to-use education fundraising platform helps teachers, principals, and administrators give every child the tools they deserve to succeed in school. Since 1998, they have raised more than $36 million and supported 4.5 million students. As a 501(c)(3) organization, they hold a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. In other words, they are doing amazing things for our…

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November 7, 2019

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(S2E4) Dr. John Kruse on what Donald Trump can teach us about adult ADHD

(S2E4) In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. John Kruse, MD, PhD about all things ADHD, including his brand new book titled "Recognizing Adult ADHD: What Donald Trump Can Teach Us About Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder." Dr. Kruse has 25 years of psychiatric experience and specializes in treating adults with ADHD, that's right, adults. I talk with him about his new book and he debunks some of the most common myths surrounding ADHD. Learn the facts about what ADHD is and how it can seriously impact a person's life, and why he believes Donald Trump has it, you need to listen to this episode. You can find me: Website: theautismdad.com Twitter: twitter.com/the_autism_dad You can find Dr. Kruse: Website: https://www.drjohnkruse.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.kruse.7583 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJohnKruse You can grab his…

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October 31, 2019