Navigating Adult Autism – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, the moms welcome several siblings to the podcast! A diagnosis of ASD affects the whole family, especially siblings. In this episode, these fierce and fantastic siblings tell their stories about growing up with a sibling on the spectrum. They detail how their lives have evolved throughout their journeys, experiencing various emotions and inspiration from their experiences. We hope you listen to this critical episode and share it with others. Thank you for listening and connecting with us!

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In this episode, the moms discuss all things IEP. Every special needs parent experiences the highs and lows of IEPs. It is a complicated and emotional process that we all go through with the goal of helping our children be more successful in school. We hope you connect with us through our shared experiences in this episode. To parents new to the IEP journey, we hope there are helpful takeaways from our discussion. Thank you for listening and connecting with us!

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Finding educational programs and resources for individuals on the autism spectrum after high school has ended is extremely difficult. That is why we were so excited to speak with Dr. April Phillips for this episode! Dr. Phillips is the director of Bear POWER (Promoting Opportunities for Work, Education, and Resilience) in Springfield, Missouri. The program is located on the campus of Missouri State University and serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Please join us to learn more about this impactful opportunity!

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In this episode, the moms discuss how our families navigate travel. Summer has arrived, which often brings high travel expectations.  Travel can be both challenging and rewarding for individuals with ASD. Join us as we share personal stories and resources we have discovered to aid in success when traveling.

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In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Kyle John, Dr. Raymund Tan, and Dr. Lindsey Reichert to the podcast! They are vital to the team at The Arc of the Ozarks Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center in Springfield, Missouri. The center is a new resource in our community that provides timely support, diagnostics, interventions, and many other resources.  

In this discussion, we focus on the role medication can play in individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Medication is, at times, a controversial topic in the ASD community. Dr. John, Dr. Tan, and Dr. Reichert do an excellent job of discussing concerns that families may have. In addition, they share information about current research and successes in the field as well as some hopeful new avenues we may be able to explore in the future. Please join us for this thoughtful and meaningful discussion.

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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Kyle John, Dr. Raymund Tan, and Dr. Lindsey Reichert to the podcast! They are vital to the team at The Arc of the Ozarks Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center in Springfield, Missouri. The center is a new resource in our community that provides timely support, diagnostics, interventions, and many other resources.  

 In our discussion, we dive into the process of obtaining a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. How do families initiate a diagnostic appointment? What diagnostic tools are utilized during the process? Should families wait for a diagnosis before beginning treatments? The panel of doctors will answer these questions and many more. Please join us for this informative discussion!

You can find more information about The Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center at https://autismcenteroftheozarks.org/

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In this episode, the moms welcome Lynn Neidigh, the founder of Achieve SWMO. Achieve SWMO is a local organization in Southwest Missouri filling a much- needed gap for young adults with disabilities.  Achieve SWMO provides an inclusive post-secondary program on the campus of Evangel University, located in Springfield, MO. The one-year program seeks to help individuals develop and experience post-secondary success. We thank Lynn for joining us and sharing more about her advocacy.  Join us and learn more about this vital program.

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In this episode, the moms discuss how raising a child with autism has affected their marriages. They discuss everything from decision making as a couple to intimacy. Please join us as we delve into this vulnerable topic. We hope you enjoy and relate to this episode!

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In this episode, the moms discuss how our families navigate through behaviors when they occur. How do we create practical consequences to help our adult children succeed when they struggle with behaviors? The goal is always for them to succeed in life as much as possible. This journey looks different for all of our families as we represent the vast spectrum of ASD. We hope you join us for this critical discussion!

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In this episode, we get to meet Tara’s son, Zion! Zion explains his perspective on Autism and how Autism has affected his life. Zion is a wonderful young man; his kindness shines through during his interview. He has a love for technology and even has his own YouTube channel! He has recently joined our team as the soundboard operator for our recordings, and we are so grateful to have him. Join us as we celebrate Zion!

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