The Middletown Centre for Autism Podcast

Nov 13 2024 71 ep. 28 mins 20
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This is a series of podcasts created by Middletown Centre featuring interviews with leading thinkers and practitioners in the world of autism. The interviews feature discussions on strategies that may be helpful in supporting autistic children and young people during times of uncertainty and stress. We are hosting our international conference on 23rd and 24th of April 2021To join this click on this link https://eventfulbelfast.eventsair.com/mca/register/Site/Register

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Adaptive Teaching with Dr Jo Fitzsimons 

Nov 13 2024 35 mins  
Ahead of our Differentiation masterclass on the 15th, we chatted to Dr Jo Fitzsimons about adaptive teaching and the small changes that can have a huge impact in the classroom. To find out more about Jo’s Masterclass visit: https://www.middletownautism.com/package/professionals/middletown-masterclasses

Understanding Tourettes Syndrome with Jess Thom

Nov 06 2024 33 mins  
We know that autistic people are more likely to have Tourettes Syndrome or tic conditions. In our latest podcast, we chat to comedian, playwright and author, Jess Thom aka TourettesHero. She talks about her experience living with Tourettes Syndrome and how she’s reclaiming and reframing this misunderstood condition. You can find out more about Jess here: https://www.touretteshero

Understanding ADHD with Ken Kilbride from ADHD Ireland

Oct 02 2024 33 mins  
Research suggests that between 50 and 70% of autistic people may also have ADHD. On our latest podcast we chat to Ken Kilbride, CEO of ADHD Ireland to learn more about life with ADHD. For more information on ADHD Ireland, please visit:  https://adhdireland.ie/ 

Eve McIvor-Makaton Master

Sep 25 2024 11 mins  
Non-speaking Awareness Day falls next week. On the podcast, we’re celebrating a young woman who is using Makaton to support young people who speak few or no words. Eve McIvor has Down Syndrome and is autistic. She’s also a Makaton Master bringing her passion for communication to young people in Northern Ireland. You can follow Eve’s work through her Facebook page: https://www

Understanding Trauma with Deirdre O’Shea

Sep 04 2024 53 mins  
Trauma is a serious but important topic. In this episode, we’re joined by Specialist Teacher, Deirdre O’Shea who explains what trauma is, how it may impact autistic people and how we can support someone through trauma. For more information on the topics discussed, please visit: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/professional-practice/ptsd-autism https://mental-health

Dr Mary Doherty- Healthcare

Aug 23 2024 51 mins  
It looks like there was a glitch in our podcast with Dr Mary Doherty. For anyone who couldn't access it, here is the full version-In this episode, we chat to autistic health professional and researcher, Dr Mary Doherty. Mary has driven research to support autistic patients and healthcare workers. We find out about her work and her experience as an autistic autism researcher. You ca

Animals & Nature with Becca Lory Hector

Aug 21 2024 39 mins  
Animals & Nature with Becca Lory HectorMany autistic people feel particularly comfortable around animals and nature. In this podcast we speak to autistic author, researcher and advocate, Becca Lory Hector about her relationship with animals and how they have improved her life. Trigger warning: this episode includes mention of mental health challenges and grief. To learn more ab

Podcast: Monotropism with Fergus Murray

Aug 07 2024 47 mins  
The theory of Monotropism focuses on how autistic people allocate their attention. Autistic theorist, Fergus Murray joins us on the latest podcast episode to discuss how the theory, which was developed by autistic people, may explain much of autistic experience. To read some of Fergus’ writing visit: https://oolong.co.uk/

Autism and Hypermobility with Dr Jessica Eccles

Jul 03 2024 26 mins  
In this episode, we’re learning more about the link between autism and physical health conditions. Dr Jessica Eccles, joins the podcast to discuss hypermobility: when someone has very flexible joints that can often cause pain. You can find out more about Jessica’s work here: https://www.bsms.ac.uk/about/contact-us/staff/dr-jessica-eccles.aspx

Pain in Autistic Children and Young People with Bethany Donaghy

Jun 26 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Bethany Donaghy, an autistic researcher focused on understanding the experience of pain in autistic young people. She talks about the importance of challenging assumptions so we can better understand autistic children’s experience and expression of pain. She also chats about how being autistic has shaped how she conducts her research.