Speech Science

Episode 45: Lebron James’ Promise, ADHD and Video Games, Social Time and Dementia, Swimming SLPs, and Recess and Language We have a new Email! Speechscience2018@gmail.com New Episode: Straw debate, week 2! Matt still fights about the straw ban, Michele has officially finished her move across the country, and Michael educates on the link between Executive Functioning and ADHD. The crew debates about video game addiction and the link with ADHD. Matt struggles with allowing his son to play versus learning flash cards. Studies show that some dementia patients get an average of 2 minutes per day for socialization. NBA star and all around good guy, Lebron James, has created a school for troubled youth in his home town of Akron, Ohio. The crew also fights through some technical difficulties during the recording. ADHD and Video Game Addiction https://www.additudemag.com/video-game-addiction-adhd-severity-linked/ Decline of Play https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/answer-sheet/wp/2015/09/01/the-decline-of-play-in-preschoolers-and-the-rise-in-sensory-issues/?noredirect=on&utm_sq=ft6c8olx13&utm_term=.5b0025cca57c Social Circles and Dementia Patients https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/180726161125.htm The Swimming Speech and Language Pathologist! https://leader.pubs.asha.org/article.aspx?articleid=2474080 “I Promise” School https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2789791-lebron-james-i-promise-school-to-cost-district-taxpayers-around-8m-per-year Rate and Review Here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8 Interact Here: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/

Episode 44: What would you do?, Housing with Autism, Nursing Home Spaces, and Medicaid Cuts Baby Speech Science has arrived on the scene and after a couple weeks of recovery the group is back together! On this week’s episode, Michael identifies a new executive functioning model, Matt is against the banning of all straws, and Michelle balances a newborn and hosting. Severe Autism Housing http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/ct-young-severe-autism-have-nowhere-to-go-20170926-story.html Nursing Home Space https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/most-nursing-homes-are-not-adequately-staffed-new-federal-data-says?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=pbsofficial&utm_campaign=newshour&linkId=100000003005358 Medicaid Cuts https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/2018/07/19/bevin-reverse-medicaid-cuts-sources-say/801325002/ What Would You Do? https://abcnews.go.com/WhatWouldYouDo/episode-recap-customers-ridicule-waiter-stuttering/story?id=56713301 New Episode: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

Episode 43: ASHA Renews Vows, Blood Tests for Autism, and Dementia and the Second Amendment Michael, Michelle, and Matt come together once again to discuss topics important in our field. Matt continues to enjoy his summer break and working home health, Michelle continues to await her new arrival, and Michael gets his practice ready for the summer rush. ASHA Renews its Status https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/18/06/p11930643/asha-status-with-pan-american-health-organization-renewed Autism Blood Tests https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/06/180619122434.htm Dementia and Guns https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-families-of-gun-owners-with-dementia-grapple-with-safety https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/06/26/long-beach-firefighter-shot-killed-call-retirement-home-resident/733536002/ Quinton the Diabetic Koala http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/zoo/sd-me-koala-diabetes-dexcom-20180625-story.html Newest Episode: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate/Review/Subscribe: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

Episode 42: Balanced Brains, Will Smith, Hawaii and IDEA, and Talking to Your Kid This week’s episode features a little bit of everything The story about the Will Smith Mural: https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2018/06/06/will-smith-mural/ New York Treaty: http://www.dyarrow.org/indigenous/landclaim.htm Brain Balance: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2018/06/18/616805015/cutting-edge-program-for-children-with-autism-and-adhd-rests-on-razor-thin-evide https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/ Hawaii breaks IDEA http://www.thegardenisland.com/2018/06/16/hawaii-news/state-reaches-10m-settlement-in-special-education-lawsuit/ What Happens if your patient or student are stuck somewhere they shouldn’t be? https://www.canberratimes.com.au/canberra-news/she-s-already-suffered-enough-angelina-is-stuck-in-a-dementia-ward-20180601-p4zium.html How to talk to your child http://www.scarymommy.com/how-talk-to-kids-communication/ Newest Episode: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate/Review/Subscribe: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

Rapid Prompting Method is a technique some have stated is nothing but facilitated communication in a new skin and while others believe RPM is the latest and the greatest. http://www.halo-soma.org/learning_faqs.php?sess_id=94bde65b38810d813d392f5659160aca ASHA is asking for input for a position statement about RPM. https://www.asha.org/peer-review/proposed-asha-position-statement-rapid-prompting-method/ Dr. Meredith Harold of the Informed SLP and Dr. John McCarthy weigh in as well. Newest Episode: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate/Review/Subscribe: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

Episode 40: Adult Articulation and Intelligibility, Homeopathic Medication, Summer Plans for Students with Autism, and IEPs Gone Wrong This week’s episode Lucas pops in to let everyone know what is happening over at Talking with Tech. Michael and Michelle wrap up their clinical work and Matt continues in the schools for two more weeks. Working with articulation in adult patients can be difficult. A new study may shed some light that it’s the range of motion that may be affecting intelligibility. http://news.psu.edu/story/523123/2018/05/25/research/new-clues-may-help-improve-speech-people-als A rise in homeopathic medications are gaining popularity. Is there one that works for students with autism? http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/homeopathy-for-autism-certainly-not-based-on-science-b-c-health-official-says-1.4677128 Summer can be a rough time on routine. A simple routine can save your summer and make it easier on your child with autism. http://www.valleymorningstar.com/online_features/family_living/ways-to-make-summer-easier-for-children-with-autism/article_98ff45a4-4922-503d-9c2c-62c2d01bb406.html Going on a plane trip can be frightening for adults or children. One airport allows children and adults with autism to walk through the process in a save and friendly environment before doing it for real. https://www.kiiitv.com/article/news/local/children-with-autism-practice-airplane-procedures/503-558752310 IEP meetings can have life long affects on a student’s education. What if the IEP isn’t being followed? http://www.federalwaymirror.com/news/teachers-parents-share-concerns-over-iep-safety-issues-in-federal-way-public-schools/ Newest Episode: http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate/Review/Subscribe: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

On this weeks episode Michael, Michelle, and Matt discuss aurel vs Yanny and helping unsolicited therapy, CHIP Funding, Tech and Depression, ASHA Advocacy, and Dysphagia in Schools

Episode 37: IEP Goal Writing, Boy Scouts, Girls With Autism Michelle is safely back on the ground and joins the crew for this weeks discussions, live from the Buckeye state. Matt recaps his week of therapy and coaching T-Ball, while Michael and Luke continue to bring their knowledge from their private practices. Are girls under-diagnosed with autism? An article from the ASHA Leader states that may be true. Michael, Michelle, and Lucas talk about therapy in a private practice segment while Matt looks at it from the Schools. https://leader.pubs.asha.org/article.aspx?articleid=2677937 A young man with Down Syndrome in Utah was denied his Eagle Scout. Are we doing the right thing by making modifications for our students? How do we ensure that the modifications fit in the guidelines of the organizations or legally. https://www.wpxi.com/news/trending-now/boy-scout-with-down-syndrome-denied-eagle-project-stripped-of-merit-badges-father-sues/720093776 Are your IEP goals good? Can you write a SMART goal? The Supreme Court lays down some new rulings on making better goals. https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2018/04/19/supreme-court-ruling-iep-landscape/24994/ Students with Disabilities told to stay home since there are not enough subs. https://www.ktnv.com/news/north-las-vegas-school-asks-special-education-students-to-stay-home Britain’s Got Talent comedian using AAC. http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/britains-got-talent/news/a855342/britains-got-talent-lost-voice-guy/ Episode http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4dOuIhyLOY https://www.news-medical.net/news/20180410/Japanese-researchers-develop-new-compound-to-enhance-recovery-of-stroke-patients.aspx http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/in-the-hope-of-a-cure-can-stem-cells-treat-autism/article23543334.ece https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/neuroscience-sitting-at-your-desk-all-day-may-raise-your-risk-of-alzheimers-dementia.html

Speech Science is back! Michelle Wintering and Michael McLeod join Lucas Steuber and Matt Hott for the next era in the Speech Science Podcast. On this week’s episode the crew discuss ways to keep family members with dementia safe by using GPS. https://www.nursingtimes.net/news/community/call-for-people-with-dementia-to-have-gps-trackers-to-save-lives/7023981.article A few studies recently have noted an interesting connection between social economic status and special education. https://www.brookings.edu/research/who-is-in-special-education-and-who-has-access-to-related-services-new-evidence-from-the-national-survey-of-childrens-health/ And lastly, who is to blame for families believing some of the outrageous claims between Autism and causation. https://www.acsh.org/news/2018/04/05/autism-awareness-month-all-things-dont-cause-autism-12798 This week’s interview is with Jayne Claire discussing the best apps for education. Episode http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review here: https://itunes.apple.com/…/speechscience-org-…/id1224862476…

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This week on Speech Science, the crew return following the winter break. Matt's voice is almost gone, but Luke, Theresa, and special Guest Erik Raj hold the show together. National trends show that Autism diagnosis may not be on the rise. How true is this data? What are some national trends for therapy? The group uses their expertise to try and figure that out. Dementia affects everyone. Terry Jones, of Monty Python fame, is another celebrity that can shine a light on the disease. What are some current therapy models available? Lastly, Luke Steuber sat down with Medbridge to discuss online CEUs. Episode http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

This week on Speech Science, the crew was once again live on Youtube and answering questions during the first half of the show. Matt got hit by cow, Ivan presented on Speech Science, Dr. Sandiford recounts her TSA experience, and we learned Lucas has family ties to professional bull riding. The topics for discussion include a substitute teacher claims a student is a terrorist and how do we prepare our students for the public perception they may perceive based on color, race, or religion. Lastly, the Young family sat down with Ivan this week to discuss their family and the role they have raising a student with autism.

Theresa Richard, host of Swallow Your Pride, sat down to keep Ivan, Lucas, and Matt in line while episode 31 went live on Facebook. The group battles off their Thanksgiving food hangovers. Malcom Young, Glen Campbell, and David Cassidy have all passed away and were diagnosed with dementia. What happens in the body that causes death from dementia? Why do patients with dementia have difficulty with swallowing? Theresa Richard states how PEG tubes are not the answer. With celebrities being diagnosed, what does that hold for the future of dementia research? Jesse Jackson recently came out to state he has Parkinson’s. How does dysphagia therapy in Parkinson’s differ from the techniques used in therapy? How can celebrities emulate the research funding Michael J Fox has done? How soon should a patient seek therapy to help with Parkinson’s or dementia? Lastly, what is Melodic Based Communication Theory? Its creator, Dr. Givona Sandiford, returns to the podcast to discuss its evidence, history, and the impact it may serve in the communication field. Donate to Matt’s Movember https://www.facebook.com/donate/842752095907574/ Episode http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8

Episode 30, the crew attempt to go live on Facebook for the first time and it was a success. The group is recovering from the ASHA Convention in Los Angeles. The group also debates how many times do you see someone before you don’t have to say hello to them, sparked by people doing laps on the ASHA floor. Matt continues to push to raise awareness this November for the Movember Foundation. https://www.facebook.com/donate/842752095907574/ Over the weekend, HBO hosted an event called A Night of Too Many Stars to bring awareness and funding for Autism. During the event, Carly Fleischmann (the first non-verbal interviewer), John Stewart, and Stephen Colbert helped headline the event. Students and adults with Autism are being portrayed in television and movies. The group discusses what the impact of showing students with disabilities in media, both positive and potential negatives. Lastly, Dr. Billy T. Ogletree sat down to discuss Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (IPCP) and patients/students with Severe Disabilities. http://www.speechscience.org/speechsciencepodcast/ Rate and Review here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/speechscience-org-podcast/id1224862476?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D8