The Autism Dad Navigating Grief with Neurodivergent Kids (S8E03)
Join Rob Gorski, The Autism Dad, and grief specialist Sylvia Moore Meyers as they discuss the challenges and strategies for helping neurodivergent kids navigate grief and loss. Sylvia, an autistic mom herself, shares her personal experiences and insights into how we can better support our children during difficult times.
General Timeframes:
- Beginning: Rob and Sylvia discuss the challenges neurodivergent kids face with grief.
- Mid-episode: Sylvia explains how we can help kids understand and process grief, loss, and trauma.
- Towards the end: Rob and Sylvia discuss Sylvia's book, Gold Scars, and how it can help families navigate grief.
About Sylvia Moore Meyers:
Sylvia Moore Meyers is a grief specialist, coach, and author. She is also an autistic mom. She has a Master's degree in human services with a concentration in crisis and trauma and is currently working on her Ph.D.
About "Gold Scars: The Truth About Grief, Loss, and Trauma and How to Beautifully Mend":
"Gold Scars" is a book about Sylvia's personal experiences with grief, loss, and trauma, including the loss of her child and her own journey of healing. The book also explores the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals when navigating grief.
Where to get the book:
You can purchase "Gold Scars" from the following retailers:
- Morgan James Publishing: https://www.morgan-james-publishing.com
- Books-A-Million: https://www.booksamillion.com/
- Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/
Sylvia recommends purchasing from Morgan James Publishing to support her directly.
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About the Host:
Rob Gorski is The Autism Dad, a passionate advocate for autism awareness and acceptance. He shares his experiences and insights on his podcast and website. Connect with him by visiting