Ultimate guide to developing friendships with the Autism Helper | Sasha Long #455

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Sasha Long, the founder of Autism Helper, about the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and her passion for using ABA-based strategies to help students with autism and other struggling learners. Join us as we delve into topics such as the importance of reinforcement in skill acquisition, identifying unique reinforcers for individuals, teaching social cues and embracing unique interests, authentic representation of autism, building rapport, balancing technology and social skills, communication for neurodivergent individuals, and the importance of reinforcement and values-driven goals. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion about the misconceptions surrounding autism and the value of educating others about neurodivergence. Tune in now! 00:00 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science of human behavior that can improve lives. 06:24 Reinforcement is the key to skill acquisition 11:40 Reinforcers are unique for everyone, and it's important to identify them. 16:41 Teaching social cues and embracing unique interests can help develop friendships. 22:04 Authentic representation of autism is crucial 26:59 Building rapport is key to success in teaching and life 31:51 Balancing technology and social skills is important for learning and growth. 37:23 Communication is key for neurodivergent individuals 42:48 Reinforcement and values-driven goals are important 49:12 Educating about neurodivergences and autism Welcome to A² The Show - the premier destination for celebrating the world's most excellent individuals. Our podcast brings together an international community of thought leaders and experts from all walks of life. Tune in to hear from some of the most inspiring and influential people on the planet as they share their stories, insights, and expertise. From engineers to comedians, our guests represent a diverse range of professions and backgrounds, but they all have one thing in common: they are at the top of their game. Join us and be a part of this exciting and dynamic community of excellent individuals. You won't want to miss a single episode of A² The Show. ✌️ Ali, Ali, Saeed, 🌍 70+ Countries, 😎 400+ guests 👇 Click here to stream the A² show a2theshow.com Follow the podcast on social media: @a2theshow Hosts Ali "The Professor" Haajl @scoobz.mp4 alitheprofessor.com Ali Al Shammari @freshprinceofmishref Saeed El Jammal @saeedjay97