Autism: A New Perspective Podcast
An RDIconnect® PublicationAt the heart of what we do is an unwavering belief that growth is possible in the life of individuals on the autism spectrum. This foundational belief comes from the latest autism research and our experience with thousands of cases where the child’s growth-seeking drive has been activated, making a way for the crucial parent-child Guiding Relationship to form and for Dynamic Intelligence to develop.
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The Great Divide in Autism Treatment
This week, Dr. Gutstein explains the divide existing between autism research and clinical intervention.
You Can Parent Your Autistic Child!
In this episode, Dr Gutstein encourages parents that they can enjoy a growth-filled relationship with their child who is on the spectrum.
Hope for Individuals with Autism
There is hope for people with autism. Regardless of the vulnerabilities that might be present, all children can become co-participants in their growth and not just ‘objects’ of our interventions.
Signs that Autistic Infants Are Motivated to Maintain Stability
A successful Guiding Relationship takes two active participants. But as autism interrupts natural development, infants shut down in their ability to participate and can offer nothing for parents to respond to or guide.
The Biggest Loss for Infants & Parents
The most devastating consequence of autism is the loss of access to a Guiding Relationship for infants, which is vital for their growth and development.
Autistic Infants: The Beginning of Disengagement
In this episode, Dr. Gutstein explain what is happening initially in the brains of autistic infants as they begin to diverge from typical development.
Mental Growth Is Rewarding!
Dr. Gutstein continues to discuss the typical development of infants in order to lay a foundation for understanding what is happening to our autistic kids.
Infants & Parents: How it Works!
In this episode, Dr. Gutstein continues to discuss the similarities and differences of typically-developing infants and those who are later diagnosed with autism.
Autism: In the Beginning
In this first podcast, Dr. Steven Gutstein starts at the beginning by explaining what happens in infant development in the first months of life.
Implementing RDI® in School
There is a lot of misinformation about autism in the education system but here are some ways you can implement RDI goals into your child’s school