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.
Autism: A New Perspective is available on iTunes!
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Why RDI and What Is It?

With the rate of employment among ASD adults low and rates of depression and suicide high, it’s clear that something isn’t working. RDI addresses this deficit.
Autism and Marriage for Parents

My advice to RDI® parents is to make sure you and your consultant are asking, “How does everybody get on the same page and how do you come together as a family?” Not an autism family, but how do you come together as a family?
Teens, Adults & Autism

As children with autism grow up and inch closer to adulthood, there are sometimes lingering concerns–What if we didn’t do enough? What if we went in the wrong direction? What if independence isn’t possible?–but growth is possible into adulthood.
The Heart of RDI®: Your Child & Well Being Part II

RDI® focuses on well-being in children with Autism, rather than assessments and measurements, giving them independence and true quality of life.
The Heart of RDI: Your Child and Wellbeing

RDI® is a developmental pathway to gradually moving more and more and more towards self-management and self-guiding in a dynamic world.
Finding Balance After an Autism Diagnosis

For all of us who have had a child diagnosed with autism, we know that they aren’t the only person who is vulnerable in what’s going on.
Feelings that Accompany an Autism Diagnosis

All of these feelings that accompany a diagnosis of your child are ok. Other parents have felt the same way, you are not alone.
Autism & Suicide Part 2

Dr. Steven Gutstein continues his examination of the link between autism and suicide in part 2 of his podcast.
Autism & Suicide

Why the suicide rate is higher for children and adults with an autism diagnosis and what we can do to help them.
Presuming Competence in Your Children with Autism

When we have high expectations for our children with autism it makes a huge difference. Believing in our kids will help them believe in themselves!