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In thisepisode, Paul interviews Manisha Lad, who is the Founder of The Sensory Pathway Center in New Jersey. Just in time for Mother's Day, Manisha shares her journey as the mother of an autistic son, and how it propelled her to found her own
Within the autism community, parents often navigate the complex comorbidities associated with autism, including mental health issues. The latest Autism Dadvocate podcast shares one father’s journey with autism, love and ultimately - grief. M
Burnout...........we hear this term everywhere…….office workers, nurses, teachers, police officers, working Moms… but is the phenomena of burnout different for parents with autistic kids? The answer may surprise you (and it’s a resounding yes)
Our current US Surgeon General – Vivek Murthy – recently stated that loneliness in the U.S has become epidemic, and is as detrimental to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Within the autism community, this isolation is particularly
As Dads, we want the best for our kids, right? However, when we as Dads set neurotypical standards for our neurodiverse kids, we are not being good Dads. In fact, we’re doing just the opposite. In this podcast, Paul interviews Jude Morrow,
What if you were the father of two autistic children, only to be diagnosed with autism yourself at the age of 41? This is the compelling story of Jeremy Rochford. In the latest Autism Dadvocate podcast, I interview Jeremy Rochard. Jeremy
80-85% of young autistic adults are unemployed and underemployed……………………………………… It doesn’t have to be this way. ….. Many organizations are now incorporating neurodiversity as a part of their broader DEI efforts. Furthermore, there is deepe
For children with autism, masking is a social survival strategy. There is often pressure on autistic children to perform social behaviors that are considered “normal “ or neurotypical. Some children hide their neurodiverse behaviors in order
75-80% of marriages with an autistic child end in separation or divorce. This often-cited statistic (though open to dispute), nonetheless reveals the challenges of a marriage with an autistic child. In this podcast episode, Paul engages in a l
Need a little inspiration? Then, listen to the compelling story of Debra Vines, who was introduced by Holly Robinson Peete as a 2022 Top 10 CNN Hero at the CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute last December. Debra shares her personal journey as t
25-30% of autistic children are minimally verbal or do not speak at all, although this is not a reflection of their intellectual ability. For their Dads, it is critical they seek out augmentative or alternative communication methods, such a
2022 is coming to a close. In this short solo podcast (the first one in quite some time), Paul reflects back on 2022, invites the Autism Dadvocate community to look ahead to 2023, and ends the episode with an exciting announcement. Paul disc
What if everything we know about parenting is wrong? Neurotypical styles are handed down and applied to our autistic kids. In this podcast, Paul interviews Orion Kelly, Founder of the YouTube channel “That Autistic Guy” – with over 42,000 s
Part of our role as fathers is to prepare for our children’s future - their care, their education, their independence, and what they’ll do when we’re gone. For fathers of autistic children, these issues become even more important. Paul joins A
You’ve noticed how much your son or daughter loves interacting Alexa. She is unflinching in her patience in answering any questions your autistic child asks her, even helping to build your child’s conversational skills. In this podcast, Paul i
80-85% of autistic adults are unemployed or underemployed……………………………………… This is the statistic that keeps me awake at night. Young autistic adults face immense challenges - and yes, even discrimination - as they enter the workforce. Paul enter
After a diagnosis, and on top of the swirl of emotions you’re feeling, there are a multitude of decisions to make – specialists to meet with, therapies to pursue, leaving most Dads feeling overwhelmed and confused. In this podcast, Paul inter
In this podcast, Paul interviews Jeremy Hamburgh, Founder of “My Best Social Life” – an organization dedicated to providing strategies that give young adults with autism the confidence and skill to meet new people and attract them into their li
ABA.........t’s such a highly charged topic in the autism community. ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) is a type of therapy that teaches skills and proper behavior to ASD children through reinforcement and practice. In this podcast, Paul int
Just in time for Mother’s Day! In this podcast, Paul interviews Holly Robinson Peete, actress and Founder of HollyRod Inc. - an organization dedicated to raising autism awareness through education and kindness. Holly and Paul discuss the uni
Each journey of the father of an ASD child is unique. Yet, there are so many valuable lessons to be learned from other Dads - the struggles, the confusion, the everyday miracles, and most importantly - the precious insights learned along that
The “Cliff”….it’s what every father of an autistic child dreads. The cliff is when ASD children age out of support and services, typically between 18-21- and are left alone and unsupported to navigate young adulthood. In this podcast, Paul i
What does the future hold for our autistic children? What advances or developments can we as Dads expect to see that impact our community? In this podcast, Paul interviews Christopher Male, Founding Partner of the Autism Impact Fund – the fi
So, will my autistic teenager be able to get a driver's license?..... Paul and Andrew Arboe, Founder & Creator of Driving with Autism, discuss the following: Andrew’s own journey as a young adult with ASD Common challenges for ASD teenage
In this short solo episode, Paul discusses the duality of raising an ASD child. On the one hand, the enormous gratitude for the miracles that these amazing children teach us. And on the other hand, acknowledging the sharp reality of the many
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