"Autistic kids should learn to speak, otherwise people won't understand them" and other Myths about ND Affirming Practice
Update: 2025-03-25
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Want to better support the Neurodivergent kids in your life, without falling for outdated myths? This episode is a must-listen.
“When a child is in distress, it is not the time to try and enforce boundaries and teach them a lesson... it's only going to lead to trauma, shame, and withdrawal.” Adina Levy
In this episode I cover:
• Three common myths about neurodiversity affirming practice, and why they just don’t hold up
• How to rethink structure, evidence, and communication in a way that truly centres the child
• Why honouring all forms of communication, not just speech, is a radical and essential shift
Links and Resources mentioned:
- Affirming Communication for Autistic Children Course - open until 4th April 2025! (or check out the link if you're peeping after that date to see when we're open next! https://playlearnchat.com/acac-course/
- Free Turning Affirming Webinar - Recording available until until 4th April 2025! https://playlearnchat.com/free-speechie-webinar/
- Evolve your Affirming Practice Free Podcast-Based Mini Course for Speech Therapists - https://playlearnchat.com/evolve-your-affirming-practice-free-training/
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