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Category Archives: ToM (Theory of Mind)
Defining Normal: Who Says I want to fit in… thinking about perspectives…
Defining Normal: Who says I want to fit in… thinking about perspectives Originally Posted on April 17, 2011 – This post has been republished as part of the Define “Normal” Blogging Challenge started by my wonderful blogging friend Renata over at … Continue reading
Posted in acceptance, aproximating typical, Aspergers, Autism, fitting in, Parent, Positive self-talk, promote social understanding, Social cognition, Special Education, Teacher, the box, ToM (Theory of Mind), Who says I want to fit in?
Tagged acceptance, Autism, flexible thinking. modelling cognitive strategies, judgment, Just Bring the Chocolate, Neurotypical, perspecitves, pressure, social world, Special Education, Special Saturday, teacher, The Box
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Aaaack!! Are we Thankful? Autism and the Family Dinner Party
Navigating sensory issues, social stress and anxiety for children with autism can be a challenge at any time. However, I was recently asked by a parent for some tips or suggestions to help her child with autism get through/handle a … Continue reading
Posted in Anxiety, ASD, Aspergers, Autism, mentor/apprentice, ToM (Theory of Mind)
Tagged Aspergers, Autism, behaviour, belonging, family, family culture, pace, Perspectives, sensory overload, strategies, struggle, tradition
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Building Relationships, ToM and Episodic Memory: Let’s make cookies for the dog
If you have been following my blog you likely heard mention of Finnegan the Labradoodle who is an important part of our family. Finn, as we often refer to him, is friendly and energetic sweet curly mop of a hound. … Continue reading
Posted in ASD, Aspergers, Autism, Big sister, Episodic Memory, ToM (Theory of Mind)
Tagged calming, Dog treats, Episodic Memory, handling change, Labradoodle, Perspectives, Puppy, therapy dog, tom-theory-of-mind
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The magic of perspective and the perspective of magic: teaching sleight of mind
There can be surprising effectiveness in addressing an issue from an unexpected angle or finding another way. Thus, I have been teaching H the skills of a magician and encouraging him to do ‘magic shows‘ for friends and family. This … Continue reading
Building a Social Ramp: supporting those with social cognitive challenges
A few weeks back I was working with a group of educators from Simon Fraser University who are completing a graduate diploma in Supporting Diverse Learners (SDL). I was explaining that we need to build a social ramp for our … Continue reading
Posted in ASD, Aspergers, Autism, ToM (Theory of Mind), Uncategorized
Tagged able-centric world, Autism, Carol Gray, Cartoon Strip Conversations, expectations, flexible thinking. modelling cognitive strategies, Incredible 5 point scale, Kari Dunn Buron, Manipulative, Michelle Garcia Winner, Neurotypical, Perspectives, Social Ramp, social rules, Social Thinking, social world
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Who says I want to fit in… thinking about perspectives
As I shared in a previous post, I have a magnet on my fridge that reads, “Who says I want to fit in?” For me this message serves a function on a number of levels. It reminds me of strategies … Continue reading
Posted in acceptance, aproximating typical, Autism, fitting in, Parent, Positive self-talk, promote social understanding, Social cognition, Social Thinking, Special Education, Teacher, the box, ToM (Theory of Mind), visual strategies and supports, Who says I want to fit in?
Tagged acceptance, Autism, flexible thinking. modelling cognitive strategies, judgment, Neurotypical, Perspectives, pressure, social world, Special Education, teacher, The Box
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