SLP 338: Why Choice Making is so hard for Neurodiverse Children and What To Do (AS, ADHD, PDA, AuDHD)

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Choice-Making Complexity: requires problem-solving and understanding consequences. ✅ Anxiety-Problem Solving Link: higher anxiety lowers ability. ✅ Autism Strategies: offer two real choices always. ✅ PDA Approach: provide autonomy through indirect language. ✅ ADHD Support: time limits and visuals prevent overload. ✅ ODD Management: stay calm; avoid power struggle traps. ✅ Educational Outcome: define your goal before offering choices. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/choice-making-neurodiversity-classroom-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Executive Functioning: Brain's admin team managing planning, organizing, deadlines, emotions. ✅ Autistic Inertia: Difficulty shifting gears from rest to action or stopping. ✅ Environment Over Child: Modify structure, not the child—autism plus environment equals outcome. ✅ Neurological vs Behavioral: Executive functioning issues are can't-do, not lazy won't-do. ✅ Object Permanence Anxiety: Out-of-sight tasks create persistent worry about completion. ✅ Understanding Changes Adults: Why matters more than what for changing practitioner approach. ✅ Neurotypical Privilege: Neurotypical brains process less information; world designed for them. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/executive-functioning-classroom-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Executive Functioning: air traffic controller managing stimuli and focus. ✅ Seven Components: emotional control, impulse, planning, organizing, task initiation. ✅ Practice: Executive functioning improves with consistent practice like muscles. ✅ Emotional Control: Children struggle with emotions and negative feedback. ✅ Task Initiation: Five-minute warnings and rewards help start tasks. ✅ Organization: Minimize distractions and keep items in one place. ✅ Working Memory: Break tasks into visual steps with routines. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/executive-functioning-as-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Meeting Tone: Be mindful of tone and choose comfortable environments. ✅ Positive Feedback: Always share four positives for every negative. ✅ Collaborative Approach: Work together with parents, don't be adversarial. ✅ Gather Evidence: Keep detailed behavioral notes with dates and examples. ✅ Professional Boundaries: Never diagnose or recommend medication as teacher. ✅ Documentation Trail: Email meeting summaries, next steps, and follow-ups. ✅ Red Flags: Monitor social, emotional, and academic development areas. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/talking-to-parents-diagnosis Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Diverse Learners: use multiple strategies for each child's individual needs. ✅ Ultimate Guide: 500+ strategies from early years through adult life. ✅ Meltdown Types: distinguish behavior, sensory, and tantrum for effective plans. ✅ Visual Timers: time timers show children remaining time visually. ✅ Whole-Class Approach: teach social skills with entire class for support. ✅ Girls Underdiagnosed: girls show different traits; need recognition and support. ✅ Metaphor Tools: red beast and similar books help normalize emotions. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/neurodiverse-student-support-tools Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Behavior Communication: Children communicate needs through challenging behavior. ✅ Environment Over Child: Adjust structures to support children's needs. ✅ Mistake Anxiety: Fear of errors triggers avoidance and perfectionism. ✅ Control Through First: Being first provides predictability and emotional regulation. ✅ Fair Over Equal: Meet individual needs, not identical treatment. ✅ Short Strategy Videos: Forty-nine five-minute videos teach practical behavior responses. ✅ Find The Need: Identify missing support, then provide appropriate accommodations. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/neurodiverse-children-classroom-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Time Blindness: neurodiverse individuals struggle to perceive passing time accurately. ✅ Visual Timers: make time visible and accessible for all students. ✅ Digital Schedules: portable schedules with digital time beat analog clocks. ✅ Task Breakdown: split work into smaller parts to reduce overwhelm. ✅ Warnings: give five-minute warnings before transitions or activity endings. ✅ Routines: work backward from bedtime to plan evening schedule. ✅ Reinforcement: acknowledge when children manage time well and independently. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/visual-timers-neurodiverse-students Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Motor Skills: Poor fine and gross motor impacts handwriting ability. ✅ Routines: Establish clear routines from day one to reduce stress. ✅ Timers and Visuals: Use visual supports to manage transitions effectively. ✅ Interception: Many neurodivergent kids miss thirst, hunger, toilet body signals. ✅ IEP Collaboration: Involve teacher assistants, parents, specialists in planning meetings. ✅ Homework Systems: Provide clear workspace, timers, buddy support, movement breaks. ✅ Behavior Strategies: Reference practical strategy books rather than custom materials. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/classroom-setup-neurodiverse-students Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Preparation: Give at least two weeks advance warning. ✅ Social Stories: Use pictures and videos of venue. ✅ Optional Activities: Allow kids to skip uncomfortable tasks. ✅ Food Flexibility: Let kids bring preferred meals or drinks. ✅ Sensory Accommodation: Consider seating, noise, temperature, clothing. ✅ Emotional Support: Discuss feelings and regulation strategies. ✅ Peer Mentoring: Have older kids share their experiences. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/school-camp-neurodiverse-students-preparation Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Emotional Literacy: Children learn language to understand feelings. ✅ Magical Metaphor: Book uses magic powers for engagement. ✅ Feelings Town: Story setting with different emotional stops. ✅ Stop Sign Strategy: Key tool for emotional regulation. ✅ Choice and Control: Children personalize their regulation approaches. ✅ Whole-Class Participation: Everyone creates stop signs together. ✅ Adult Modeling: Adults show their own emotional regulation. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/teaching-children-self-regulation Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au