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Dr. Tay and Dr. Daniella Boyd discuss:

1. Daniella's personal and parental journey in navigating neurodivergence
2. An explanation of DIRFloortime, including engagement in play and relationship-based activities.
3. Supporting BIPOC neurodivergent children and the adaptability of Floortime to meet culture-specific needs

RESOURCES

⚡️ connect with Dr. Daniella Boyd through her website https://allplayisok.com/ or through Instagram @montessoriandsensory

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email admin@drtaylorday.com if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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Dr. Tay and Dr. Sarah Wayland discuss:

1. her journey and insights into using relationship-based dynamic intelligence (RDI) to enhance family bonds and your autistic child's growth
2. the role of co-regulation and autonomy in parenting your autistic child
3. practical advice for parents on integrating RDI principles into daily life

RESOURCES

⚡️ connect with Sarah Wayland, Ph.D., parent coach + founder of Guiding Exceptional Parents on her website and on Facebook and LinkedIn

⚡️ learn more about Relationship-based Dynamic Intelligence (RDI™) and working with Dr. Wayland

⚡️ purchase her book along with Dr. Donna Henderson and Jamell White "Is This Autism? A Guide for Clinicians and Everyone Else"

⚡️ reference another great resource from Dr. Wayland: Behavior Revolution

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email admin@drtaylorday.com if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.

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Dr. Tay, Jessica Hanzo, and Lisa Baskin Wright discuss:

1. navigating the IEP process
2. working with your child's school to have a shared understanding of PDA (pathological demand avoidance), a theorized profile of autism
3. proposing appropriate accommodations and support strategies for PDA learners

RESOURCES

⚡️ keep learning and purchase the course Supporting PDA Learners: Centering Connection, Autonomy and Equality in the IEP Process

⚡️ connect with Jessica Hanzo, LMFT on Instagram @pda.project and visit her website

⚡️ connect with Lisa Basking Wright, IEP coach on Instagram @lisabaskinwright, on Facebook, and visit her website

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: PDA is a theorized profile of autism and not a clinical diagnosis. however, it has been a helpful conceptualization for many parents to learn about how their child's brain is wired. our knowledge of PDA is currently unfolding and I do my best to share up-to-date, balanced information. to learn more about PDA, please listen to episode 110

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Dr. Tay discusses the highly requested topic of how autism often presents in females, particularly those with low support needs. This episode would still be an informative listen if you have a son who presents with high masking autism, as the more nuanced traits are discussed.

RESOURCES

⚡️ want more on this topic? listen to Dr. Donna Henderson's episode on girls (note: this episode was recorded for psychologists / neuropsychologists but still could be a good listen)

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

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Dr. Tay and Amanda Diekman discuss:

1. what a low demand lifestyle is
2. the three layers of a demand
3. how to find joy in this parenting journey

RESOURCES

⚡️ connect with Amanda Diekman

Instagram @lowdemandamanda

Facebook @lowdemandamanda

www.amandadiekman.com

Get the book

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

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Dr. Tay and Steph Curtis discuss:

1. the nuances of raising a child with pathological demand avoidance (PDA), emphasizing early detection, adapting parenting techniques, and understanding unique needs.
2. the journey to find the right educational setting for a child with PDA, dealing with societal pressures, and the critical role of flexibility and individualized approaches.
3. leveraging community support and personal growth through blogging and writing, highlighting the value of connecting with community and the intersection of PDA with conditions like ADHD and anxiety.

RESOURCES

⚡️ resources referenced in today's episode

Steph's Blog

PDA in the Family: Life After the Lightbulb Moment

Sasha's Animation About her School Experiences

⚡️ connect with Steph Curtis, mom to two autistic daughters, writer, and PDA pioneer

Instagram @stephstwogirls

YouTube @stephstwogirls

Facebook @stephstwogirls

X @stephstwogirls

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.

**also PDA is a theorized profile of autism and not a clinical diagnosis. however, it has been a helpful conceptualization for many parents to learn about how their child's brain is wired. our knowledge of PDA is currently unfolding and I will do my best to share up-to-date, balanced information. To learn more about PDA, please listen to episode 110

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Dr. Tay and Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a pediatric sleep medicine physician, discuss:

1. what sleep medicine is and how a sleep medicine physician can help
2. the three buckets of sleep issues - medical, behavioral, and 24-hour factors
3. education about medications that impact sleep

RESOURCES

⚡️ connect with Funke Afolabi-Brown, MD, FAASM

https://www.therestfulsleepplace.com

Instagram @restfulsleepmd

Facebook @restfulsleepmd

YouTube @DrFunkeBrown

LinkedIn @drfunkebrown

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay

*please note: in this episode, many terminologies and phrases are used to describe autism. Dr. Tay honors what each child and family prefers, and intentionally chooses to use affirming and identity-first language after listening to autistic adults and their preferences. various guests on the podcast are likely to use the language that they have been exposed to the most.

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Dr. Tay provides an introduction to PDA (pathological demand avoidance, also known as persistent or pervasive drive for autonomy). In this episode, we discuss:

1. what PDA is as a theorized profile of autism
2. varying perspectives about PDA
3. co-occurring conditions and their overlap with PDA
4. support strategies and how to continue learning

RESOURCES

⚡️ download my free PDA guide

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

Instagram @the.dr.tay

TikTok @the.dr.tay

LinkedIn @the-dr-tay