Autism Live

Dr. John Gaitanis, a pediatric neurologist, joins Shannon to discuss common misconceptions about ASD and Motor disorders.  Leucovorin and metabolic interventions are discussed.  The jargon of the day is Methylation Cycle.
00:00 Introduction & Guest Preview
02:27 Autism Live Updates, Podcast & Community Resources
06:31 The Mission of Autism Live & Supporting the Autism Community
09:52 Jargon of the Day: What Is the Methylation Cycle?
13:54 Methylation, Detoxification & Autism Explained
16:22 Meet Pediatric Neurologist Dr. John Gaitanis
18:18 Is Autism Really One Condition? Rethinking the Spectrum
22:04 Autism Phenotypes, Brain Regions & Personalized Care
27:46 Medical Bias, Diagnostic Labels & Presuming Intelligence
32:21 Autism, Healthcare Discrimination & Advocacy for Non-Speakers
36:33 What Is MEDMAPS? Root Cause Medicine Explained
37:43 Developmental Regression, Inflammation & Methylation Dysfunction
46:20 Leucovorin, Folate Deficiency & Autism Treatment Options
53:50 Glutathione, B12, Gut Health & Systems Biology Approaches
57:15 Whole-Body Medicine, Brain Health & Final Takeaways

Dr. John Gaitanis, a pediatric neurologist, joins Shannon to discuss common misconceptions about ASD and Motor disorders.  Leucovorin and metabolic interventions are discussed.  The jargon of the day is Methylation Cycle.
00:00 Introduction & Guest Preview
02:27 Autism Live Updates, Podcast & Community Resources
06:31 The Mission of Autism Live & Supporting the Autism Community
09:52 Jargon of the Day: What Is the Methylation Cycle?
13:54 Methylation, Detoxification & Autism Explained
16:22 Meet Pediatric Neurologist Dr. John Gaitanis
18:18 Is Autism Really One Condition? Rethinking the Spectrum
22:04 Autism Phenotypes, Brain Regions & Personalized Care
27:46 Medical Bias, Diagnostic Labels & Presuming Intelligence
32:21 Autism, Healthcare Discrimination & Advocacy for Non-Speakers
36:33 What Is MEDMAPS? Root Cause Medicine Explained
37:43 Developmental Regression, Inflammation & Methylation Dysfunction
46:20 Leucovorin, Folate Deficiency & Autism Treatment Options
53:50 Glutathione, B12, Gut Health & Systems Biology Approaches
57:15 Whole-Body Medicine, Brain Health & Final Takeaways

Jennifer Kaufman, author of Grandparenting on the Spectrum: A Journey From Both Sides of the Desk joins Shannon to talk about training for first responders and the role of Grandparents in supporting Autism families.  The jargon of the day is: Perspective Taking.

00:00 Introduction & Welcome Back to Autism Live
00:32 Meet Guest Jennifer Kaufman: Principal, Advocate & Grandmother
01:26 Autism Live Mission: Information, Inspiration & Community
03:53 How to Connect, Watch & Support Autism Live
06:34 ACT Today Fundraiser, Advocacy & Autism Policy Updates
09:39 Jargon of the Day: What Is Perspective Taking?
11:21 Theory of Mind, Simon Baron-Cohen & the Sally-Anne Test
15:31 Can Perspective Taking Be Taught? Why It Matters in Everyday Life
19:30 Real-World Examples of Perspective Taking & Relationships
22:59 Jennifer Kaufman Joins the Conversation
26:20 Grandparenting a Child with Autism: Expectations, Mistakes & Growth
33:46 The Greatest Gift Grandparents Can Give Families
37:04 First Response Autism: Training Police & First Responders
45:15 Creating Neurodiversity-Friendly Workplaces & HR Practices
52:56 Resources, Community Awareness & Final Takeaways

On today's show Shannon welcomes Brady Huggett, a features editor for the neuroscience publication The Transmitter.  Topics covered include the lack of funding dollars to research the lives of Autistic Adults.  A new five part podcast called "When Autistic Kids Grow Up"  looks at the lack of funding for research into the lives of autistic adults, told through the story of an autistic researcher who called attention to this problem. The jargon is Neuroscience. Join us at 10am!
 
00:00 Welcome, Disclaimer & Show Overview 
08:15 What Is Neuroscience? Definitions & Why It Matters
16:00 Podcast Introduction: "When Autistic Kids Grow Up"
24:00 Autism Research Funding Gap Explained
32:00 Adult Autism Outcomes & Life Expectancy Concerns
40:30 Challenges in Research Funding & System Barriers
48:30 Interview Wrap-Up & How to Listen to the Podcast 
50:00 Policy Discussion: ADA, IDEA & Disability Rights
55:00 Call to Action: Advocacy, Funding & Community Response

On today's show Shannon gives the rundown on 22 things you can teach in the summer months to catch your child up and prepare them for success in the new school year.
00:00 Intro & Autism Live Mission
02:59 Summer Learning Opportunities for Kids
03:24 25 Skills to Teach Over the Summer
08:06 Overview of All 25 Life Skills
12:19 Skill #1: Building Reading Habits
18:01 Skill #2: Potty Training & Generalization
19:46 Skill #3: Making Math Fun
23:13 Skill #4: Swimming Safety & Skills
25:23 Skill #5: Teaching History Creatively
27:30 Skill #6: Exercise & Self-Regulation
29:28 Skill #7: Speech Practice with Tongue Twisters
32:21 Skill #8: Enjoying Museums with Sensory Needs
36:05 Skill #9: Live Music & Theater Skills
40:28 Skill #10–15: Cooking, Help, Social & Travel Skills
51:18 Skill #16–25: Daily Living, Independence & Confidence 1:05:58 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts