Linda Murphy, M.S., CCC-SLP, Certified RDI Program Consultant has an article published in the Fall 2010 issue of Autism Spectrum Quarterly. In the article, titled "Episodic Memory, Experience-Sharing and Children with ASD," readers will not only understand the critical role that episodic memory plays in making sense of the world, but also how to develop and use it to help children with autism share experiences with others.

Here's an excerpt: 

Memory is important for everyone in terms of learning, growing, and managing more complex social and emotional situations in life. We use our memories to build and strengthen relationships; to reflect on what we’ve done in order to make plans for the future; and to problem-solve based on past experiences. If we didn’t have memories to draw on, we would hardly move forward in life. Hence, developing meaningful memories is a critical skill for all people, including children with autism. 

To read more follow the links on the ASQ website to subscribe. 

Linda Murphy, M.S., CCC-SLP has been a speech language pathologist for over ten years, and a Relationship Development Intervention® (RDI®) Consultant since 2007. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Boston College but after working for two years with adults with ASD in supported work and residential settings, she found her true passion and pursued a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from Emerson College. She added RDI® to her practice in order to serve families of individuals with ASD in more effective and meaningful ways. Linda has a private practice in Beverly, Massachusetts that offers services including speech language therapy, communication assessments, school consultations, professional trainings, social pragmatics groups, and RDI.® Her website is www.peer-projects.com and she can be reached at linda_murphy@peer-projects.com.

Congratulations on a great article Linda!