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On today's show Dr. Granpeesheh answers questions from the audience about the 2 numbers that come with an autism diagnosis. Why does it seem like people are only using 1 number? Can two numbers really be useful, can one. Also discussed, this weekend's ABAI conference. 00:00 Intro & Welcome 00:52 Dr. Doreen's Background in Autism 01:53 How to Watch & Join the Show 03:05 Podcast + Ad-Free Option 03:54 Event Announcement: All Ghouls Gala 06:16 Conference Preview (ABA International) 09:05 Whole Child Approach & Medical Needs 12:34 Topic Introduction: Autism Severity Numbers 13:24 How Autism Diagnosis Works (2 Domains) 16:27 Repetitive Behaviors Explained 20:20 What Severity Levels (1–3) Mean 22:19 Why Some Diagnoses Only Show One Number 26:05 Parent Issue: Missing Severity Numbers 30:11 Concerns About Labeling Kids by "Levels" 31:40 Why the Numbers Exist (Support Needs) 35:35 When Sharing Severity Levels Is Helpful 37:05 Why Levels Should NOT Define Identity 37:51 Parent Conflict Over Comparing Children 40:13 How to Talk About Differences Respectfully 46:25 Sensitivity Around Labels & "Disorder" 49:45 Why Diagnosis Matters for Support 51:11 School Denying IEP for Level 1 Child 54:36 Medical vs Educational Support Differences 56:30 How to Fight for an IEP (Legal Rights) 58:30 Closing & Next Episode Preview
In this episode, Dr. Doreen fields questions about ABA for teenagers. 00:00 – ABA Therapy for Teens & Autism | Ask Dr. Doreen Introduction 01:18 – Can ABA Help Teenagers with Autism? (Yes—Here's How) 02:28 – Watch Ask Dr. Doreen on YouTube, Podcast & Ad‑Free Options ABA for Teenagers & Young Adults 03:13 – Is ABA Appropriate for a 16‑Year‑Old with Autism? 04:09 – What ABA Really Is (Not Just for Little Kids) 06:18 – Teaching Real Social Skills with ABA (Not Memorization) 07:36 – How Teens Learn Social Awareness & "Reading the Room" 09:24 – Perspective Taking & Theory of Mind in Autism 11:00 – Rigid Thinking, Flexibility & Anxiety in Autistic Teens 14:19 – CBT for Autism & Anxiety: Changing Stress‑Producing Thoughts 17:06 – Why ABA + CBT Works Better Together for Teens 18:18 – How to Spot Low‑Quality ABA for Teenagers 19:57 – Motivation in Autism Therapy: What Teens Actually Want Aggression, Non‑Speaking Teens & Communication 26:09 – Can ABA Help Aggression in a 12‑Year‑Old with Autism? 28:25 – Why Aggression Is a Form of Communication 30:23 – How AAC & Communication Devices Reduce Aggression 33:09 – Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) Explained 34:31 – Is It Too Late for ABA? Why Starting Now Still Matters Late Autism Diagnosis & Girls on the Spectrum 34:52 – Teenage Girls with Autism: Signs Missed in Early Childhood 36:28 – Why Autism Often Becomes Visible in the Teen Years 38:07 – Autism Assessments That Reveal Social & Anxiety Challenges 40:50 – ABA vs CBT for Autism: Choosing the Right Therapy 41:50 – Anxiety Medication for Autistic Teens: When to Consider It Parents, Genetics & High‑Functioning Autism 43:33 – When Autism Runs in Families (Parents & Children) 45:26 – High‑Functioning Autism and Hidden Support Needs ABA for Older Teens & Adults 46:31 – Is 18 Too Old to Start ABA Therapy? 47:50 – "ABA Is for Little Kids" — How to Reframe Therapy for Teens 49:33 – ABA at 19: Consent, Motivation & Adult Independence 50:54 – Using Personal Goals to Teach Life Skills in Autism 54:17 – Case Study: Why Motivation Changes Everything in ABA Closing 56:46 – Final Autism Advice & Upcoming Episodes 58:10 – Watch Ask Dr. Doreen Live Every Week
On today's Ask Dr. Doreen, autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers questions from parents around the world about how to know when their children are ready to start school. What can parents do to set their children up for success? 0:00 Opening Disclaimer 0:10 Introducing Ask Doctor Doreen 0:30 Welcome & Live Show Setup 1:19 Where to Watch & Listen Live 1:58 Podcast & Ad-Free Subscription 2:53 April Reflections & Community Visits 3:34 Supporting Parents on the Autism Journey 5:00 Shannon's "Crystal Ball of Autism" Story 6:26 Early Intervention Struggles 8:17 A Life-Changing Autism Connection 10:27 Discovering ABA & CARD 1 2:47 Visiting an ABA Center: Joy in Action 13:58 When Is a Child Ready for School? 15:04 School vs. 1:1 Learning Explained 19:52 Why Early ABA Matters So Much 20:56 Preparing for School Success 22:06 Starting School Gradually 25:13 School Attendance Rights for Parents 26:22 How Grandparents Can Help Academically 30:55 When School Causes Emotional Harm 33:19 Using IEPs to Improve School Experience 38:13 Understanding Your Legal Rights in Education 39:38 Using AI to Prepare for IEP Meetings 44:12 AI Tools: Benefits, Limits, and Cautions 50:16 Teens, Anxiety, and School Balance 55:10 Treating Anxiety Effectively 57:00 Tomorrow's Show Preview & Closing
On today's ASK Dr. Doreen autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers parents' questions about challenging behavior in the classroom. What can a parent do? What's the best way to get back on track? 0:00 Welcome & Show Disclaimer 0:35 Meet Shannon Penrod & Doctor Doreen 1:26 Today's Topic: Challenging Behavior 2:15 Where to Watch & Listen (Podcast Info) 4:08 Autism Acceptance Month & Education Context 5:10 Parent Story: Child Punished at School 7:03 Why This Punishment Is Not Okay 8:36 Emergency IEPs & School Accountability 9:59 Understanding a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) 12:22 Why Teachers Often Don't Follow IEPs 14:16 Making the BIP Visible for Teachers 18:13 High School Incident: Social Rules & Suspension 19:49 Theory of Mind vs "Bad Behavior" 21:27 When Schools Get Zero‑Tolerance Wrong 22:15 Teaching Skills Instead of Punishment 23:40 Social Skills & Perspective Taking 28:13 What Behaviors Belong in the Classroom? 29:35 Restrictive vs Least Restrictive Environment 32:10 Pull‑Out vs Push‑In Services Explained 34:09 Why ABA Prepares Kids for School 35:33 Using ABA Alongside School 36:03 Can Teachers Get Autism Training? 37:31 Training Teachers Through Advocacy 39:14 Online Training & AI Tools for Teachers 48:37 What to Look for in a Teacher 50:23 Why Self‑Esteem Matters Most in School 51:29 Using Back‑to‑School Nights Strategically 52:34 Trusting Your Parent Instincts 56:41 Final Tips for School Success 57:22 What's Coming Next on Autism Live 57:40 Farewell & Sign‑Off
It is that time of the year! It is April, Autism "A" month and it is also Dr. Doreen's Birthday. On today's show we celebrate Dr. Doreen by inviting parents to share their "Win Stories". Have you had something amazing happen with your child? Are you ready to proudly share your child's latest milestones? Write in and let Dr. Granpeesheh and our audience know. 00:00 Intro & Disclaimer 00:46 Welcome to Ask Doctor Doreen 01:04 Birthday Celebration & Spirit Week 02:04 Today's Topic: Celebrating Success Stories 03:10 How to Watch, Participate & Podcast Info 04:14 Win Story: Leadership Role at School 05:54 Why Small Victories Matter 09:16 Autism Awareness, Acceptance & April Reflections 12:18 Audience Win Story: First "I Love You" 14:29 Hope, Progress & Changing Futures 15:41 Insurance, Funding & ABA Constraints 16:44 The 3 Pillars: Communication, Safety & Independence 21:23 The Real Cost—and Value—of Early Intervention 26:43 Win Story: College Acceptance & Big Dreams 27:29 Love on the Spectrum & Media Representation 30:40 Authenticity, Autism & Being Yourself 31:25 Birthday Gifts & AI for Good 36:02 Friendship as a Major Milestone 37:01 Looking Back: Early Clients & Lifelong Impact 41:24 Recovered Journeys & Follow-Up Stories 45:58 Former Clients, Full-Circle Moments 49:47 Everyday Miracles Parents Never Forget 56:02 Gratitude, Final Thoughts & Tomorrow's Show
It is estimated that more than 50% of children on the autism spectrum are at risk for wandering away from there home and caregivers. The number one cause of death for children on the spectrum is drowning…after having eloped. The #2 cause of death for children on the spectrum is being struck by a car…after eloping. What can be done about this? How can parents keep their children safe? On today's show Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewer questions about elopement and how to teach safety to children.
Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers question from viewers around the world about autism, ABA, and empowering individuals who are neurodivergent. Dr. Granpeesheh has devoted over 40 years of her life to helping individuals and families reach their best outcomes.
Today's show is the last show in 2025! On this special show Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, a world-renowned autism expert, answers viewer's questions from around the world about what might be missing from their child's treatment programs. If progress has stalled what should parents look at to jump start future progress? Tune in to hear Dr. Doreen's advice!
World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewers questions in real time. Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh is a visionary in the field of autism spectrum disorders and has spent 40+ years helping individuals and families to overcome challenges in order to lead their best lives. She is an outspoken advocate for those on the spectrum, fighting for them to have access to interventions that are compassionate, fair and meaningful. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and renowned behaviorist who as been at the forefront of acknowledging and treating medical issues as an essential component of successful autism treatment in addition to top quality intensive behavioral intervention.
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