Did you know April is Autism and Neurodiversity Awareness Month? Watch my Youtube LIVE replay with Dr.Karen-Dudek-Brannan, PhD, CCC-SLP on how to conquer executive functioning challenges in the clinical and educational setting HERE: https://youtube.com/live/LjL6zGBomuI?feature=share
Your mental health is no less important than your physical health
As Brain Injury Awareness Month comes to a close, I’m reflecting on my journey as a speech therapist and how it intersects with my personal experience of suffering a concussion in high school. Concussions, often termed as mild traumatic brain injuries, can have significant impacts on various aspects of life. In this video, I delve into what a concussion entails, how speech therapists play a vital role in aiding recovery, and other therapy considerations.
Watch to learn more: https://youtu.be/eShIiRgsdI0?si=2Drtq0QkiysUXqzE
In my most recent podcast episode, I interview Olly Rees with Concussion Recovered focusing on concussion recovery and navigating your nervous system.
Join us as we explore topics ranging from nervous system responses to brain waves and sleep practices. This conversation isn’t just informative—it’s a testament to resilience and the power of community in navigating life’s unexpected challenges.
Did you know ASHA has a social justice framework? The Board of Directors uses this framework to "help determine when an injustice requires action by the association" (ASHA, 2024).
You can view the framework HERE: https://www.asha.org/siteassets/agot/ashas-social-justice-framework.pdf
I'm going LIVE with Marlene M. Medina, MS SLP this Wednesday, 3/20/2024 at 6 pm CT! We will be discussing the nuances of being a trilingual, bimodal SLP! Come see us LIVE on Youtube. You can subscribe and get notified HERE: https://www.youtube.com/live/voOcTaLfez0?si=BcmH9Tb1PFZ8Wi2Z.
HERE ARE SOME REFLECTIVE QUESTIONS FOR CONSIDERING OUR CLIENT’S PERSPECTIVES:
- How does your client/student and their family feel about the communication disorder?
- How does culture affect how they respond to diagnosis and treatment?
- Is there a way to close the communication gap and build confidence in the treatment process?
- Have they had negative experiences with previous schools or service providers?
These critical reflection questions will help you make better connections with parents and families.
How are you improving your cultural responsiveness this year? i'm at Barnes and Noble and seeing a plethora of books on Native American culture in the Social Sciences section! Let me know if you recommend any books!
If you are a BIPOC SLP, Iit's important to utilize your social network. Despite being a minority, members of the speech community of color should know that they are not alone. Many practicing speech pathologists are thrilled to have more people of color joining the profession, and attending conventions such as NBASLH or ASHA can provide an opportunity to connect with other members of minoritized groups.
You can find a list of caucuses HERE: https://www.asha.org/practice/multicultural/opportunities/constituency/
Hello therapists ,here's a citation for a scholarly article about sensory integration and autism:
Title: "Sensory integration therapy for autism spectrum disorders: A systematic review"
Authors: Iva Čeponienė, Donna C. Davidson, Vilija Klaimienė
Journal: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders/2020
DOI: 10.1007/s10803-019-04297-2
This systematic review explores the effectiveness of sensory integration therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, providing valuable evidence and insights into the topic.
