Autism In Real Life

In this episode, Lily from @sadie_pink share her experience as a teen on the Autism Spectrum. Lily is a 19 year old on the autism spectrum that was diagnosed at the age of 16. She loves writing, reading, going on walks in nature and being with her friends. She shares her experience as a person managing life through her lovely and loyal golden retriever Sadie. You can learn more about both of them @sadie_pink on Instagram.

In this episode, Lily from @sadie_pink share her experience as a teen on the Autism Spectrum. Lily is a 19 year old on the autism spectrum that was diagnosed at the age of 16. She loves writing, reading, going on walks in nature and being with her friends. She shares her experience as a person managing life through her lovely and loyal golden retriever Sadie. You can learn more about both of them @sadie_pink on Instagram.

In this episode I shed some light on the various acronyms and terminology that exist in the world of Autism.  

Autism, ASD, HFA, Asperger's, PDD, ADHD, ADD, IEP, IFSP, OT, PT, SPL, OCD and the list goes on and on.  Some of these terms are educationally related, some are diagnosis related and some relate to co-exisiting diagnoses that many people on the autism spectrum may come across.  This episode only scratches the surface but does give a good background of information on what these terms refer to. You can also check out the companion blog post for a written list of terms at www.thespectrumstrategy.com. 

In this episode I shed some light on the various acronyms and terminology that exist in the world of Autism.  

Autism, ASD, HFA, Asperger's, PDD, ADHD, ADD, IEP, IFSP, OT, PT, SPL, OCD and the list goes on and on.  Some of these terms are educationally related, some are diagnosis related and some relate to co-exisiting diagnoses that many people on the autism spectrum may come across.  This episode only scratches the surface but does give a good background of information on what these terms refer to. You can also check out the companion blog post for a written list of terms at www.thespectrumstrategy.com. 

In this episode we spend some time talking about Self Defined Living. BECCA LORY HECTOR, CAS, BCCS was diagnosed on the autism spectrum as an adult and has since
become a dynamic autism advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. With a focus on living an active, positive life, her work includes autism & neurodiversity consulting; public speaking engagements; a monthly newsletter, “Monthly Musings”; a weekly YouTube news show, “Neurodiversity Newsstand”; and being an Assistant Editor/Feature Writer for Spectrum Women Magazine. Becca has published multiple articles and books about life on the autism spectrum with the goal of spreading acceptance, building understanding, and encouraging self-advocacy. She spent four years supporting the autism community in the non-profit sector in her work for grass-roots organizations that provide resources and services directly to individuals on the autism spectrum. Becca left non-profit to pursue dual certifications as a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) and Cognitive Specialist (BCCS), and to open her autism and neurodiversity consulting business. An animal lover with a special affinity for cats, Becca spends most of her free time with her many animals, her husband Antonio Hector, and their Emotional Support Animal
(ESA), Sir Walter Underfoot. Sir Walter Underfoot travels, does woofing engagements, and has his very own Instagram to help share with the world his life as an ESA to an autistic adult.

In this episode we spend some time talking about Self Defined Living. BECCA LORY HECTOR, CAS, BCCS was diagnosed on the autism spectrum as an adult and has since
become a dynamic autism advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. With a focus on living an active, positive life, her work includes autism & neurodiversity consulting; public speaking engagements; a monthly newsletter, “Monthly Musings”; a weekly YouTube news show, “Neurodiversity Newsstand”; and being an Assistant Editor/Feature Writer for Spectrum Women Magazine. Becca has published multiple articles and books about life on the autism spectrum with the goal of spreading acceptance, building understanding, and encouraging self-advocacy. She spent four years supporting the autism community in the non-profit sector in her work for grass-roots organizations that provide resources and services directly to individuals on the autism spectrum. Becca left non-profit to pursue dual certifications as a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) and Cognitive Specialist (BCCS), and to open her autism and neurodiversity consulting business. An animal lover with a special affinity for cats, Becca spends most of her free time with her many animals, her husband Antonio Hector, and their Emotional Support Animal
(ESA), Sir Walter Underfoot. Sir Walter Underfoot travels, does woofing engagements, and has his very own Instagram to help share with the world his life as an ESA to an autistic adult.

This is from a livestream done on June 18, 2020 reflecting on what it means to create your own path for your life. I talk about the pluses and minuses in making a life that works for me and my family and not necessarily trying to meet others' expectations. 

This is from a livestream done on June 18, 2020 reflecting on what it means to create your own path for your life. I talk about the pluses and minuses in making a life that works for me and my family and not necessarily trying to meet others' expectations. 

This was from a Livestream done discussing creating a more customized educational approach and thinking about a more student centered approach to education. What if we had Individualized Education Plans for all kids that built on their strengths?  

In this episode I share what my experience has been like as a parent learning about my son's autism diagnosis and the journey through his education in school and outside.  I also share my experience on being a teacher working with students with special needs and how that was shaped by my family experience and the work that I do now.