Autism Warriors

Ericka and Corey talk about how to take care of yourself when dealing with a child on the Autism Spectrum. When and how. They talk about how difficult this can be because there is little time to actually take care... Read moreAutism Warriors 039: Don’t Forget To Take Care of Yourself Mom

Ericka and Pam play catch up after a hiatus. They also talk about what is going to happen over summer vacation.

Ericka and Pam talk about whether or not a parent should tell their child they are on the Autism Spectrum and when is the appropriate time. They discuss the variety of feedback received from people who tell when and how... Read moreAutism Warriors 037: To Tell Or Not To Tell? Explaining Autism To Your ASD Child

Ericka and Pam discuss bullying and how it has effected their lives. They discuss different tools and the percentages of the bullying that occurs according to a national study with ASD children being bullied more than neurotypical children.

Ericka and Pam bring you up to date as to what has been going on in their respective lives since taking a hiatis in September. We are glad to be back up and running and can’t wait to get back... Read moreAutism Warriors 035: Playing Catch Up

Ericka and Pam talk about taking your child with Autism Spectrum Disorder to the doctor or hospital. They offer up some advice about preparing the child for the visit in addition to preparing the staff for your child.

This week Ericka and Pam get together and talk about the difference between meltdowns and tantrums. They discuss how to distinguish between the two.

This week Ericka and Pam get together to talk about sensory processing disorders. They talk about the sensory issues that their children have experienced but also delve in to the true definition of sensory processing disorders and try to help... Read moreAutism Warriors 032: Sensory Issues

This week Ericka and Pam talk about how to prepare for the upcoming summer holidays and family gatherings. They also talk about the Zac Picto of the Week and the latest batch of resources and new stories.

Ericka and Pam get together this week to talk about the use of assistive technology for Autism people who do not have the use of speech to communicate. They interviewed Deb Delp of Carlisle, Pa who gave a detailed description... Read moreAutism Warriors 030: Look Who’s Talking Now and How

Ericka and Pam spend some time celebrating Mother’s Day by talking about all the great Autism mothers out there. They also read a wonderful poem and talk about things that only an autism mother understands. Tonya Frye joins them on... Read moreAutism Warriors 029: The Mothers Day Show – Autism Warrior Moms

Ericka and Pam return to airwaves to talk about navigating social situations. They have a discussion about persons on the spectrum and the fact that due to their “innocence” with regard to things like prejudice, being mean to others, hate,... Read moreAutism Warriors 028: Autism and Innocence – Navigating Social Situations

Ericka and Pam get together with John Roedel and talk about his book “Walking the Wall”. He spends time with them talking about how he has struggled with helping his son in the world of Autism. Also, there is a... Read moreAutism Warriors 027: An Interview with Autism

Ericka and Pam sit down and talk about caregiver burnout. What is it? What are the signs of a person burning out and how can it be handled. They also talk about how their weeks have been going and cover... Read moreAutism Warriors 026: Caregiver Burnout

Here’s the blooper at the beginning of the show. Hope you enjoy.

Ericka and Pam get together to discuss the latest estimates and how that number has changed over the years. They also discuss great new resources, and what’s been going on at home.

Ericka and Pam are back together to play catch up on what’s been going on since last summer. They also cover a few resources and catch up on some user’s feedback.

Ericka and Pam sit down and talk to Tara Washburn. She is the creator and owner of heartsthatfeel.com. She was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at 28 years old. She discusses her blog, therapies, and experiences. Also, the ladies talk about... Read moreAutism Warriors 023: Autism from the Inside Out: Tara Washburn

Ericka and Pam welcome Arman Khodaei to the show. Arman is an autism public speaker who is multi-talented. He will talk to use about his life in the autism spectrum and all of the projects he’s working on. The ladies... Read moreAutism Warriors 022: Insights from an Autistic: Arman Khodaei

Ericka and Pam go ad lib this week as they talk about how to handle your child while in public and how to tell a parent that you think their child is on the spectrum. Also, the ladies cover some... Read moreAutism Warriors 021: Coping Mechanisms

Ericka and Pam welcome Andrea Nuthak to the show. Andrea is a music therapist from Living Unlimited in Harrisburg, PA. She will talk about her experiences as being a therapist and play a few examples of songs that are used.... Read moreAutism Warriors 020: Music Therapy and Autism

Ericka and Pam are welcoming Zoey Roberts on this week’s show. Zoey is an adult on the Autism spectrum and will discuss how she is effected by Autism and personal obstacles she has faced. Also, more resources and random news... Read moreAutism Warriors 019:Autism Warrior: Zoey Roberts

Erika and Pam discuss the topic of Canine Assisted Therapy

Ericka and Pam meet up with Pierrette D ‘Entremont, one of the creators of Chewlery, chewable and wearable fidgets for special needs children. Also, this week, more resources and random news dealing with the Autistic world.

Ericka and Pam get together with Thomas Hassell, of Mechanicsburg, PA. An adult on the autism spectrum, Thomas is with us to talk about his involvement in the “Spectrum Friends of South Central PA” adult autism support group and how... Read moreAutism Warriors 016: Support Groups For Adults On The Spectrum

Erika and Pam discuss the topic of PA SB 549 – Child Abuse in Schools

Erika and Pam talk about The Importance Of Respite.

Erika and Pam continue their discussion about Real Autism Warriors.

Ericka and Pam are excited to have Gretchen Mansfield Wilson on the show. She is the founder of the Sean Ashley House in Houston, TX.

Ericka and Pam change it up this week and talk about their personal lives in depth and what they have to deal with on a daily basis with their children. As always, they will share more resources and some of... Read moreAutism Warriors 011: At Home With Autism Our Days

Erika and Pam talk about what Autism Families Want You To Know.

Erika and Palm talk about The Good The Bad and the Heartbreaking – Severe Autism

Erika and Pam talk about the topic of April Autism Awareness Month and what you can do to help.

Erika and Pam talk about A Potpourri Of Positives.

Part two of “He Looks Okay to Me” discussion.

Part one of “He Looks Okay To Me” discussion.

Erika and Pam talk about what you can do at home to help your autistic child.

Erika and Pam talk about referring for special education services.

Ericka and Pam talk about Wheres My Manual and Whats Next After Diagnosis.

Ericka and Pam talk about the Prevalence of Autism.