Adam’s Camp, Praise and Therapy, Myelination and Autism, Dysphagia and Verbal Cues, Interstate Compacts

Michael was off this week, which means Matt and Michelle were left alone running episode 103.  Matt found TikTok and he can’t stop watching short videos about everything and anything and he cant get over the effects contouring has on women’s makeup.  Michelle was looking for suggestions to make a diaper cake.

The Discord is up and ready for people to interact with the crew 24/7.

SSPOD Shoutout: We want to know your #SSPODSHOUTOUT.  This week, the crew recognizes the SLPs who started their own Teletherapy group, Expressable.

SSPOD Due Process:  Do you have a complaint or need to vent, then you want to participate in the #SSPODDUEPROCESS.  There were no due processes this week.

Article #1: Praising your students can lead to improved results.  Teachers and students report up to a 30% improvement thanks to using positive reinforcement over negative or punitive reinforcers.

Article #2: What if the myelination in the brain had an impact on autism?    A recent study reported in NPR, researchers from Johns Hopkins believe they have found a link between myelination and autism.  What does this look like for the future of diagnoses?

Interview: The mission of Adam’s Camp is to realize the potentials and develop the strengths of children and young adults by bringing together individuals and families with professionals and volunteers to collaboratively provide customized, intensive therapy, family support, and recreation in a camp environment.  Michelle spoke with Kim Kelleher, Therapy Manager from Adam’s Camp, about what they do and the up-coming summer camp schedules.

The Informed SLP: What does the timing of your cue have to do with the safety of a swallow?  The Informed SLP’s Stephanie Muñoz breaks down the latest research.

ASHA Spotlight: Time to make plans for ASHA Connect.

Hot Take: Michelle looks at the Interstate Compact and why hasn’t it already come to fruition?