Bret Thayer

Teaching since 1995; passionate about helping teachers and students grow in their learning and use #AgileIntheClassroom; co-host of Understanding Autism Podcast

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After three years, I'm proud of what we have accomplished!

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With the Affordable Care Act facing an uncertain future, is accessing Medicaid Waivers a potential solution for neurodiverse people? We explore this topic in Episode 49. https://t.co/PYSMFI5JNr

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How do we keep our neurodiverse children safe? In Episode 50 we interview Ali Thompson who trains police on how to interact with neurodiverse people with understanding and patience. https://t.co/nDtllfA8uc

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Affordability is on everyone's mind, especially with an uncertain future for Obamacare. In Episode 48 we address accessing SSDI for those on the spectrum. https://t.co/9QCPaDQLiA

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In Episode 47 we interview Lindsay Wagner and Amy Faraone about the League School of Autism. We discuss how they use coping strategies and their community based vocational program to help prepare students for independent living. https://t.co/OhCiYch4fe

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In Episode 46 we interview Jared Stewart and Scott Wood of Scenic View Academy in Provo, UT. Scenic View's unique on-campus environment teaches neurodiverse students exec. functioning skills and work skills needed for independent living. https://t.co/RrM6P5GreX

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@NFLFantasy Underperformance from my star players: Judkins, Rice, Pickens, McConkey (flex) 😕

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In Episode 45 we continue to explore the parallels between ADHD and autism. We interview Kara Fenton, who shares her struggles and solutions with executive functioning and living independently. https://t.co/SNGfplszZk

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@MichaelFFlorio “If Tom Brady came back to play for a team he owned, it would be a movie.” Check out the 1978 movie, Heaven Can Wait.

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@fantasyfocus @MikeClayNFL @MikeClayNFL looking for Philip Rivers stats in the @ESPNFantasy basement.

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@NFLFantasy Who do I add to my final WR/T flex spot for the playoffs? Michael Wilson, A. Mitchell, or Chris Godwin?

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@NFLFantasy @MichaelFFlorio @YouTubeTV Who would you pick for your final flex spot ROS? Godwin, A. Mitchell, or Michael Wilson?

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Many people with autism and ADHD struggle with executive functioning. In Episode 44, we interview Brandon Slade of "Untapped Learning" on strategies he uses to help others address this issue and how he sees neurodiversity as a strength. https://t.co/gRDU2gPZv1

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@MatthewBerryTMR Am I crazy for holding on to McLauren for a comeback in time for the fantasy playoffs or drop him for a wire add? (Worthy, Allen, J.Higgins, Metchie)

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@RealDealFantasy How do you feel about Stafford the rest of the season vs. Mayfield?

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In Part 2 of our review of the book "The Healthy Deviant" by Pilar Gerasimo, we examine the remedies, solutions and strategies that will help create a healthy and productive lifestyle that supports the mental health for those on the spectrum. https://t.co/V0F1TPVEJP

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Our latest episode on autism and mental health focuses on the book, "The Healthy Deviant" by Pilar Gerasimo. We explore how this approach can have a positive impact on an autistic person's mental and physical health. https://t.co/btziOKDRHs

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The stress of masking every day and conforming to life in a neurotypical world can lead many on the spectrum to experience PTSD. In Episodes 40 & 41, we explore this topic through the book, "Living with PTSD on the Autism Spectrum." https://t.co/btziOKDjRU

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In Episode 38, we continue our mini series on autism and mental health by reviewing Gabor Mate's book, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts. Here we examine addictive behaviors and recovery from an autistic person's point of view. https://t.co/tKdcuKGM2X

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We all have challenges about being on our smart phones too much, but how does this apply to people on the spectrum? In Episode 37 we explore the book Dopamine Nation in the context of mental health and adult independence. https://t.co/EnbIogfRC0