Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education

• SLP 325: How to Navigate Difficult Conversations About Your Child's Diagnosis with Family and Friends - With Parent Anna Tullemans

  Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Relationship Closeness: How close you are determines how much detail needed. ✅ Child-Specific Information: Only share what's relevant to your specific child's diagnosis. ✅ Ongoing Conversation: Disclosure isn't one-time; understanding evolves with child's growth. ✅ Start Positive: Lead with strengths before discussing challenges or differences. ✅ Assess Understanding: Know what people already understand before explaining diagnosis. ✅ Boundary Setting: Teach child strategies to meet family members halfway. ✅ Balance Always: Always pair negative traits with positive qualities shown. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/sharing-autism-diagnosis-family Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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• SLP 324: Understanding Interoception: Why Neurodiverse Children Need a Different Approach

  Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Toilet Timing: Use set routines, not signals from child. ✅ Interoception Issues: Neurodiverse kids don't feel bladder signals until late. ✅ Remove Nappies: No nappies during day; establishes new routine. ✅ Reward System: Use motivators but gradually fade them over time. ✅ Sensory Awareness: Address bathroom fears like flushing sounds and smells. ✅ Consistent Routines: Set specific times especially morning and bedtime. ✅ Parent Stress: Children mirror parent emotions and stress levels. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/toilet-timing-neurodiverse-children Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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• SLP 323: Understanding and Teaching AuDHD, PDA, ODD and RSD - Insights from Expert Laura Kerbey

  Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ PDA Profile: Children with PDA are creative and amazing with support. ✅ Rejection Sensitivity: RSD affects ninety-eight percent of people with ADHD. ✅ PDA vs ODD: PDA is anxiety-based; ODD is oppositional defiant. ✅ Autonomy Needed: PDA students need structure but also personal autonomy. ✅ Coexisting Diagnoses: ADHD and autism can now be diagnosed together. ✅ Daily Variation: Neurodivergent students present differently based on daily needs. ✅ Genuine Interest: Show authentic interest in special interests without agendas. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/neurodiverse-student-support-techniques Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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• SLP 322: Give the Gift of Understanding: Holiday Activities That Build Understanding of Neurodiversity

  Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Diversity Celebration: highlight cultural traditions through activities and foods. ✅ Fish Display: create classroom poster celebrating differences through symbols. ✅ Calendar Activities: mark important dates from different cultures worldwide. ✅ Autism Awareness: frame neurodiversity as acceptable and value difference. ✅ Cooking Integration: use recipes to teach skills and celebrate culture. ✅ Visual Timers: essential tools for managing transitions and anxiety. ✅ Inclusive Events: provide accommodations for overwhelmed students during gatherings. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/autism-classroom-inclusion-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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• SLP 321: Using the Red Beast Books to Regulate Emotions

  Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Emotional Literacy: Teaching recognition of emotions, not demanding calmness. ✅ The Red Beast: Picture book metaphor for anger management. ✅ Interoception: Identifying where emotions feel in the body. ✅ Brain Function: Amygdala triggers freeze, flee, fight, fluster responses. ✅ Special Interests: Using children's obsessions for emotional learning. ✅ Facial Recognition: Photos help children recognize emotions in others. ✅ Calming Strategies: Creating individualized plans for emotional regulation. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/emotional-regulation-neurodiverse-students Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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