Educating Autistic Kids Part 1

The Science of Social Isolation

In this episode Madeleine Jaine Lobsey, an AuDHD woman, parent to neurodivergent children and leader in the sector speaks with Dr Val Rytova, a Behavioural Neuroscientist who has spent years researching about social isolation.  They talk about social isolation from both the scientific and lived experience perspectives. https://wondiverse.com.au/

Brain Science

Dr Val Rytova has a passion for the brain, her research has led her to a PHD in the science behind behaviour and in particular the impact of social isolation.  We ask Dr Val all the questions about a neurodivergent brain, starting with, can you see someone's brain is neurodivergent?

The Festive Season

Navigating the Festive Season for anyone is a LOT.  In this episode we talk about surviving presents, lunches, large gatherings, Christmas parties and games as a neurodivergent person.

Neurodelight / Neurodowner

Rebecca McCash, Founder and CEO of Futuretech [https://www.futuretechaustralia.org/] and Madeleine Jaine Lobsey, General Manager of The A List [https://alisthub.com.au/] talk about their special interests.  Being Neurodivergent!  Each episode they talk about what delights them and what is a downer.  In this episode they talk about the media attention on autism rates in Australia and some amazing opportunities in the autistic community.

Educating Autistic Kids Part 1

The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability [https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au/] submitted its conclusive report to the Governor General on September 29, 2023. This comprehensive report comes after an extensive four-year process that included nearly 8,000 submissions and 32 public hearings. Among the 222 proposed measures aimed at improving the well-being of individuals with disabilities, one recommendation stands out: a plan to gradually eliminate segregated education by the year 2051. This recommendation has sparked extensive conversations and prompted concern among many parents and carers of a child with a disability, who value the option of specialised education. For parents and carers in the Autistic community, viewpoints are mixed. I recently spoke with Jac, an ex Primary School Teacher and appreciated her openness and candour, as she shared their hopes and worries when it comes to educating  Autistic children.