Episodes
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This week we look at how being a perfectionist is a common trait among the neurospicy and how this can lead to side quests, procrastination and self doubt. We discuss some ideas that can help you understand and overcome perfectionism in yourself and your children.
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In this episode we look at neurospicy approved approaches to intervention for ARFID - Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.
For more info see:
Białek-Dratwa, A., Szymańska, D., Grajek, M., Krupa-Kotara, K., Szczepańska, E., & Kowalski, O. (2022). ARFID—Strategies for dietary management in children. Nutrients, 14(9), 1739. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14091739
Brown, M., & Hildebrandt, T. (2020). Parent-facilitated behavioral treatment for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder: a case report. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 27(2), 231-251. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2019.05.002
Fisher, M., Zimmerman, J., Bucher, C., & Yadlosky, L. (2023). ARFID at 10 years: A Review of Medical, Nutritional and Psychological Evaluation and Management. Current gastroenterology reports, 25(12), 421-429. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11894-023-00900-w -
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On today's episode we are discussing the unique presentation of Autism in girls.
We discuss the way that gender bias in research and society means that girls and women are less diagnosed, later diagnosed and are less accommodated.
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In Part 2 of this series we look into the genetic link between neurodiversity and chronic illnesses.
See references below:
Carrozza, C., Foca, L., De Paolis, E., & Concolino, P. (2021). Genes and pseudogenes: complexity of the RCCX locus and disease. Frontiers in Endocrinology, 12, 709-758. https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2021.709758
Dechene, L. (1993). Chronic fatigue syndrome: influence of histamine, hormones and electrolytes. Medical hypotheses, 40(1), 55-60. https://doi.org/10.1016/0306-9877(93)90197-XQuadt, L., Csecs, J., Bond, R., Harrison, N. A., Critchley, H. D., Davies, K. A., & Eccles, J. (2024). Childhood neurodivergent traits, inflammation and chronic disabling fatigue in adolescence: a longitudinal case–control study. BMJ open, 14(7). https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/14/7/e084203Sala, R., Amet, L., Blagojevic-Stokic, N., Shattock, P., & Whiteley, P. (2020). Bridging the Gap Between Physical Health and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, 16, 1605–1618. https://doi.org/10.2147/NDT.S251394Weir, E., Allison, C., Warrier, V., & Baron-Cohen, S. (2021). Increased prevalence of non-communicable physical health conditions among autistic adults. Autism, 25(3), 681-694. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361320953652
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A huge body of research shows that neurodiverse individuals are significantly more likely to experience just about every chronic health condition. In Part 1 we look at the statistics and research that investigates these co-occuring conditions. In part 2 of this series we will deep dive into the theories as to why this occurs including the role of genetics, hormones and exposure to trauma.
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This week we discuss all the ways that we can advocate for our neurodivergent friends, family members (and ourselves) at school, university, work and in social settings.
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This week Lu talks to special guest Dr Anna Cronin about the latest research and future directions in the care of children with cleft lip and palate.
Find out more about Anna's work here:
https://www.acu.edu.au/research-and-enterprise/our-people/anna-cronin
Research we discuss:
Cronin ,A. (2020). Toddlers with cleft palate: Enhancing communication through holistic child-and family-centred practice.
Cronin, A., McLeod, S., & Verdon, S. (2020). Applying the ICF-CY to specialist speech-language pathologists’ practice with toddlers with cleft palate speech. The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal, 57(9), 1105-1116.
Cronin, A., Verdon, S., & McLeod, S. (2021). Persistence, strength, isolation, and trauma: An ethnographic exploration of raising children with cleft palate. Journal of Communication Disorders, 91, 106102.
Cronin, A., Verdon, S., & McLeod, S. (2020). Working with toddlers with cleft palate: Learning from clients and families. Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology, 22(2), 101-110.
Huang H-H, Hsu J-W, Huang K-L, et al. Congenital cleft lip and palate and elevated risks of major psychiatric disorders: A nationwide longitudinal study. Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 29(2), 637-647. https://doi.org/10.1177/1359104523120066
Junaid, M., Slack-Smith, L., Wong, K., Bourke, J., Baynam, G., Calache, H., & Leonard, H. (2022). Association between craniofacial anomalies, intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder: Western Australian population-based study. Pediatric Research, 92(6), 1795-1804. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41390-022-02024-9
Tillman, K. K., Hakelius, M., Höijer, J., Ramklint, M., Ekselius, L., Nowinski, D., & Papadopoulos, F. C. (2018). Increased risk for neurodevelopmental disorders in children with orofacial clefts. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 57(11), 876-883. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaac.2018.06.024
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This week we look at the affects of trauma upon children's development in early childhood and how we can support secure attachment and health development.
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This episode explores the phenomenon of of Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, which is very common among people with ADHD.
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Autistic people are often told they "take things too literally" but this might look different to what you think.
In this episode we share some examples of literal thinking and how it impacts the communication on neurodivergent people.
Here is a link to the autism online assessment we talk about in this episode:
https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/for-adults/autism-and-aspergers/adult-autism-test/adult-autism-test-results/results
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July is cleft and craniofacial awareness month! In this bonus episode, cleft advocate Lucia Flint shares what she wishes everyone knew about cleft palate and her dreams for future advocacy and research.
Follow Lucia on instagram @thecleftspeechie
Follow us on instagram @talking.children.podcast
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This week we talk about the phenomena of object permanence or impermanence or object constancy. This is sometimes known as "out of sight out of mind" or "if my eyes don't see it my brain deletes it".
Its to do with monotropism and an inability to remember or maintain attention on things we cannot physically see.
Its very common among people with ADHD and also Autistic people.
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This week we look at monotropism. This is a feature of neurodiverse attention. It is also known as hyperfocus, flow stream, hyperfixation, special interest or obession in Autism and ADHD. We discuss what monotropism looks like in real life and how to view it from a strengths-based perspective.
You can also do the quiz to assess your own level of monotropism: https://dlcincluded.github.io/MQ/
Research articles:
Garau, V., Murray, A. L., Woods, R., Chown, N., Hallett, S., Murray, F., … Fletcher-Watson, S. (2023, June 14). Development and Validation of a Novel Self-Report Measure of Monotropism in Autistic and Non-Autistic People: The Monotropism Questionnaire. https://doi.org/10.31219/osf.io/ft73yMonotropism self reported questionnaire: https://osf.io/wpx5g/
Murray, D., Lesser, M., & Lawson, W. (2005). Attention, monotropism and the diagnostic criteria for autism. Autism, 9(2), 139-156. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361305051398
Murray, D. (2018). Monotropism–an interest based account of autism. Encyclopedia of autism spectrum disorders, 10, 978-981.
More links:
https://monotropism.org/
https://reframingautism.org.au/monotropism-learning-flow-state/#:~:text=Monotropism%20is%20a%20distinct%20cognitive,unique%20viewpoint%20on%20the%20world.
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This episode looks at aspects of executive functioning in the brain, we discuss potential challenges in executive function and identify everyday hacks and work-arounds for supporting people with executive functioning challenges.
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In this episode we discuss Auditory Processing Disorder, which is very commonly experienced among people with ADHD and Autism. We look at the prevalence, what it is, how to recognise APD in yourself and others and strategies that can help.
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In this episode we deep dive into all the ways that sensory processing issues can show up in our lives. Some people are sensory seeking while others are sensory avoidant, others are somewhere in between depending on the context and the stimulus. We discuss our own sensory processing and modifications that can be made to the environment to support diverse sensory processing needs.
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In this episode we discuss childhood apraxia of speech also known as CAS. We talk about this motor speech disorder, its prevalence, features and approaches to treatment.
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In this episode we look at the statistics around the experience of mental health issues among people who are neurodiverse.
We also discuss why neurodiverse people are more vulnerable to abuse and what strategies we can put in place to reduce this vulnerability in children from an early age.
**Trigger warning, we discuss sexual abuse, suicide and domestic violence.
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In this episode Lucia shares her honours research looking at the experiences of parents in raising children and supporting communication development in Australia.
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