[PG] Parental Guidance - Autism and Neurodiversity

Every child's mind is one of a kind. Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the range of ways in which people perceive and respond to the world. From autism and ADHD to learning disorders, tune in and learn about neurodiversity, the signs that a child is neurodivergent, and how families and caregivers can better support them.
Parental Guidance (PG) is a virtual initiative hosted by UHealth Jackson Children’s Care and Miami Mom Collective. It brings together educational information and family‑friendly resources through health experts to help expert parents produce epic kids.
4:40- What is neurodiversity? What disorders fall into the umbrella of neurodiversity?
6:55- What are signs to be concerned for autism? At what age do these signs usually present?
7:56- What other signs can parents look out for related to other neurodiverse disorders (e.g. ADHD, learning disabilities, etc.)?
8:58- What are ways that kids act in new or stressful situations?
10:39- What can you do as a parent to mitigate or decrease the behaviors in new situations?
12:01- If my child is exhibiting symptoms of autism, learning disorders, ADHD or other neurodiverse disorders, where should I begin in getting them screened or seen?
13:42- Can autism symptoms appear in older kids when they have not been diagnosed in the past?
14:34- How should I navigate my situation if I think I have autism as an adult?
19:30- Who should be involved in my child’s care team?
22:46- Is there a cure or are there treatments for autism and other neurodiverse disorders? Are there medications?
25:39- How does early intervention help in the treatment of autism or neurodiversity?
28:26- Could ADHD be hereditary?
29:32- Is it difficult to diagnose dyslexia?
31:04- How does the new American Academy of Pediatric guidelines for delayed milestones contribute to kids remaining undiagnosed or missing out on the necessary therapies/services?
33:02- How long does it take for a change after starting ABA therapy?
35:18- What resources are available for families who just entered the US and have children with a neurodiversity diagnosis?
40:37- How do I help my child with emotional tantrums?
44:04- What happens after I apply for CARD?
46:41- What is the name of the test for Autism?
49:20- Are there any things that an Autism diagnosis can miss in girls?
50:47- How can I explain to people that my son has autism when he is high functioning?
52:35- What is the difference between high functioning Aspergers and ADHD?
53:38- How do I encourage parents as a teacher to have their child checked for Autism?
54:58- How can I help my child with high functioning autism to develop her social skills?
55:44- Why are 1/36 children affected by ASD?
57:29- Can my child inherit a neurodivergent gene?