@jenniferabbanat.bsky.social
I am an Expressive Arts Educator, IEP Advocate, Safe and Sound Protocol Provider & parent & PDA coach who uses neuro affirming, relationship focused, brain science, trauma informed, Polyvagal theory to support individuals & families.
crowsnestadvocacy.com
crowsnestadvocacy.com
Reposted
"Based on the offensive stereotypes Kennedy has used when talking about autistic people, many say they fear he will set back decades of [autism] progress if confirmed" as HHS secretary.
Please, tell your senators NOT to confirm this dangerous man—if you can.
www.the74million.org/article/advo...
Please, tell your senators NOT to confirm this dangerous man—if you can.
www.the74million.org/article/advo...
Advocates Fear RFK Jr. Could Reverse Decades of Progress for Autistic Kids
Kennedy’s belief that autism should be eradicated & blame on vaccines raise concerns he will undermine $2B Autism CARES Act if confirmed for HHS.
www.the74million.org
February 9, 2025 at 4:01 AM
"Based on the offensive stereotypes Kennedy has used when talking about autistic people, many say they fear he will set back decades of [autism] progress if confirmed" as HHS secretary.
Please, tell your senators NOT to confirm this dangerous man—if you can.
www.the74million.org/article/advo...
Please, tell your senators NOT to confirm this dangerous man—if you can.
www.the74million.org/article/advo...
Reposted
Textbooks tend to describe autism negatively, which is NOT GREAT as these books "often play a large part in shaping the perspectives & knowledge of future educators & practitioners." Time to re-evaluate such materials & create more inclusive, supportive environments.
www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202...
www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202...
Study uncovers disparity between how textbooks and self-advocates discuss autism
A study reveals a disconnect between how undergraduate adapted physical education textbooks and autistic self-advocates discuss autism, highlighting the need to revise educational materials to better ...
www.ualberta.ca
January 23, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Textbooks tend to describe autism negatively, which is NOT GREAT as these books "often play a large part in shaping the perspectives & knowledge of future educators & practitioners." Time to re-evaluate such materials & create more inclusive, supportive environments.
www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202...
www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202...
Reposted
As a historian of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA therapy), Anne Borden King knows @propublica.org missed the real story about insurance and autism therapy. The question is, how could they get it so wrong? At TPGA.
thinkingautismguide.com/2024/12/how-... #BetterWaysThanABA
thinkingautismguide.com/2024/12/how-... #BetterWaysThanABA
December 28, 2024 at 11:49 PM
As a historian of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA therapy), Anne Borden King knows @propublica.org missed the real story about insurance and autism therapy. The question is, how could they get it so wrong? At TPGA.
thinkingautismguide.com/2024/12/how-... #BetterWaysThanABA
thinkingautismguide.com/2024/12/how-... #BetterWaysThanABA
Ready to explore neuroscience-aligned and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to better support all students, teachers, and staff? If so, join us for “Supporting All Brains,” a groundbreaking conference where all brains are supported and valued!
endseclusion.org/2025-support...
endseclusion.org/2025-support...
2025 Supporting All Brains Conference
Supporting All Brains How Neuroscience and Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches Can Better Support All Students, Teachers, and Staff Get Tickets! $29 Event Details Ready to explore neuroscience-aligned...
endseclusion.org
December 7, 2024 at 3:58 AM
Ready to explore neuroscience-aligned and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to better support all students, teachers, and staff? If so, join us for “Supporting All Brains,” a groundbreaking conference where all brains are supported and valued!
endseclusion.org/2025-support...
endseclusion.org/2025-support...
Thank you Neurowild!!!
November 27, 2024 at 7:46 AM
Thank you Neurowild!!!
Reposted
"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." – Frederick Douglass
A powerful reminder of why nurturing, protecting, and empowering children is not just important—it’s essential for a better future. 🌟
A powerful reminder of why nurturing, protecting, and empowering children is not just important—it’s essential for a better future. 🌟
November 27, 2024 at 3:30 AM
"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." – Frederick Douglass
A powerful reminder of why nurturing, protecting, and empowering children is not just important—it’s essential for a better future. 🌟
A powerful reminder of why nurturing, protecting, and empowering children is not just important—it’s essential for a better future. 🌟