Learn Smarter Podcast 341: College Autism Experts Dr. Jane Thierfeld Brown and Dr. Lorre Wolf (Author Series)
Dec 10, 2024
Dr. Jane Thierfeld Brown and Dr. Lorre Wolf, renowned college autism experts, dive into the essentials of fostering independence in autistic students. They stress the importance of allowing learners to make mistakes and develop resilience. Their discussion also includes insights on the DSM-V changes, as well as the significant differences in accommodations between high school and college. Listeners will gain valuable perspective from their recently updated book on neurodiversity, aimed at guiding parents through their children’s transition to higher education.
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Early Independence is Crucial
- Start fostering independence in autistic students as early as possible to prepare them for college life.
- Avoid enabling behaviors that prevent students from learning to manage daily tasks and problem-solving on their own.
DSM-5 Changed Autism Diagnosis
- The DSM-5 merged various autism diagnoses into one spectrum, eliminating Asperger's.
- This change caused identity challenges but reflects a broader understanding of autism as a spectrum with varying support needs.
Build Resilience Through Challenges
- Encourage autistic students to solve their own problems and build resilience by avoiding immediate parental intervention.
- Let them face safe challenges, as this builds important skills for adulthood and employment.