Anger can be destructive and hurt relationships. In this episode, Jason explains how anger is a secondary emotion and what emotion is underneath it. He gives tips on how to manage our own anger and how you can mentor neurodiverse young people when they’re angry.
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What do you do when your child, teen, or young adult has no motivation to do their homework, help out around the house, have good hygiene, eat healthy, or any of the other less fun but necessary parts of life? Listen in as Debbie explains why the typical approaches don’t work in the long-term and what actually does. Debbie also offers four strategies to tap in to your child’s intrinsic motivation for long-term growth and success.
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Why is maintaining good physical health and hygiene such an issue for some autistic and neurodiverse young people? In this episode, Jason gets real about the challenges and negative outcomes some of them experience, and offers insights into understanding what may be behind it. He also shares his experience and perspectives on how to support good health and hygiene and what not to do.
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Join us as we have a conversation with Eric Pedersen, the Dean of Science, Engineering, and Technology at Dixie State University in Southern Utah, who sits on the board of several technology companies, and is a founding partner at our program for neurodiverse young adults, TechieForLife. Eric gets candid about the patterns he sees among neurodiverse students and what supports are needed to help them be successful not only at college but also in the workforce. We discuss how to improve chances of getting into tech jobs, the tech talent shortage and the attractive strengths neurodiverse students bring to the table.
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In this episode, Jason and Debbie invited two of TechieForLife’s graduates to talk about their experiences growing up and coping with their ADHD and ADD diagnosis. They share some of their struggles, what was helpful, what would have been more helpful in school, and advice and tips for other neurodiverse young people.
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In this episode, Doug takes us on a deep dive into the latest cutting-edge research on neurodevelopment. We discuss the similarities and differences between ADHD and Autism and the prevalence of having both. Doug explains the importance of understanding cognitive fatigue, how it impacts classroom performance, and answers why and what to do about your child who only wants to eat carbs, starches, and sugars. Doug shares with us the one thing research has shown that actually changes the destructive impact of screen use. You’ll learn the thing you’re expecting from your neurodiverse child that is causing you to struggle, what you’re doing that unconsciously exacerbates your child’s anxiety, great tips to help you parent more effectively, and so much more…
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We love working with Josh and you’re going to appreciate the perspectives he shares with us in this episode. Josh is an educational consultant who helps families and young people when they’re in crisis and things aren’t working. He matches young people with the best programs for their needs. He shares important things to consider when you create a launch into adulthood plan for your neurodiverse son or daughter, and points out one of the biggest mistakes parents make.
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Have you ever felt like you were a bad mom or dad? Have you ever had a professional tell you your child is normal and he will “grow out of it?” We’re delighted to share with you this conversation we had with Patricia & Maximilian.
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In today’s episode, part 2, Jason continues to draw from a presentation he gave at a Young Adult Transition Association (YATA) conference. (In case you missed part one, you can hear it on episode 5.) Jason gets to the heart of why we need to throw out the usual timelines for neurodiverse teens and young adults.
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In this episode, we interview Joanna Lilley, a Treatment Placement and Therapeutic Gap Year Consultant, who helps young adults and their families during the important transition time into adulthood. In our discussion we cover what you can’t overlook when considering the transition to college or independence, what to expect for a timeline, and things to consider in your planning. We also talk about the various options out there that may be more effective than struggling to follow the typical traditional college plan and timeline. No matter the age of your neurodiverse son or daughter, this episode will help you better prepare for the important adult transition stage.
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