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virtual semimnar for autsitic adults - november 30 - meltdowns, shutdowns, and burnout

Do you want to support your autistic self thru their meltdowns, shutdowns, and burnouts?

My online seminar will help you to understand what's happening, how to take care of yourself in an affirming way & grow

www.theautisticcoach.com/autism-educa...

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The Illusion of “Play-Based ABA”: The Gentle Mask of Control One of the newest rebrands of Applied Behavior Analysis is “play-based ABA.” At first glance, it looks comforting to parents and teachers who may have heard critiques of traditional ABA. Instead of a ...

"'Play-based ABA' is often more insidious than old-school discrete trial training bc it’s harder to recognize as control. A table full of flashcards makes power visible. But when the same conditioning is wrapped in toys and smiles, the coercion hides behind warmth."

endseclusion.org/2025/10/31/t...

If Donald Trump was angry with Doug Ford’s ad with Ronald Reagan, how will he react to a Toronto Blue Jays win in the World Series? Fuck Trump, enjoy the game.

𝑀𝑎𝑙𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑚 𝑋 𝑆𝑝𝑒𝑎𝑘𝑠, 1965

World Series, Game 7: Go Blue Jays!

Noah Lugeons joins #RfRx! Host of The Scathing Atheist & God Awful Movies, he’s talking podcasts, faith, & his book Outbreak: A Crisis of Faith. Laughs, insight, & honest talk about religion—don’t miss it!

An Autistic-Coded Robot Done Right - Reactor As an autistic lover of sci-fi, I really relate to robots. When handled well, they can be a fascinating exploration of the way that somebody can be very unlike the traditional standard of “human” but ...

"When I see non-autistic people who refuse to acknowledge the humanity of autistic people, I want to suggest they read The Murderbot Diaries. If they did, I think that this robot could teach them something important about being human." @cnjosephs.bsky.social
reactormag.com/murderbot-an... #Murderbot

the audhd experience workshop - starts this november

You don’t need another productivity hack.

You need language for why everything feels like too much and not enough at once.

My AuDHD Workshop is a 5-week journey to explore and embrace your contradictions

www.theautisticcoach.com/audhd-group-...

Leucovorin for autism is BS, y'all: "At this time, the American Academy of Pediatrics @ameracadpeds.bsky.social (AAP) does not recommend the routine use of leucovorin (folinic acid) for autistic children."

www.aap.org/en/patient-c...

#autism #neurodiversity #leucovorin

Love to see it: “We adore our nonspeaking autistic child and the way they experience the world.”

But then nope nope nope: “…which is why early intervention is so important, especially social skills and ABA therapy.”

Folks, there is no such thing as “ #neurodiversity-affirming” normalization FFS.

Windy conditions and light rains expected across Atlantic Canada as storm recedes HALIFAX - A weakened Hurricane Melissa is making for a wet and windy weekend in much of Atlantic Canada, with some areas warned of possible flurries as the storm weakens.

Windy conditions and light rains expected across Atlantic Canada as storm recedes

Texas judges can refuse to perform same-sex marriages, court rules Texas judges can now refuse to perform same-sex marriage without facing sanctions, the state's Supreme Court has ruled.

Texas judges can refuse to perform same-sex marriages, court rules
https://www.thepinknews.com/2025/10/29/texas-same-sex-marriage-supreme-court-case/?utm_content=1762010400&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky

5 things to do with your pumpkins after Halloween - The Weather Network Get creative with your leftover pumpkins!

Don’t let your pumpkin go to waste! Here are 5 fun and creative ways to reuse your pumpkins — from tasty treats to garden-friendly hacks. https://ow.ly/Jt3X50XbNTR

Egg freezing is seen by some as a way for women to take control of their fertility. Other experts, though, fear that the fertility industry is just profiting off the tension women feel between career and family building.

Some employers are paying for egg freezing. Is that about helping you build a family, or something else? https://www.cbc.ca/radio/ideas/egg-freezing-business-benefits-9.6961578

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The time to reset clocks is here, but critics of the practice raise the alarm https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/the-time-to-reset-clocks-is-here-but-critics-of-the-practice-raise-the-alarm/

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Vials of the Jynneos vaccine for monkeypox are taken from a cooler at a vaccination site in Brooklyn.

US public health officials vigilant as newer mpox variant detected https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/01/mpx-variant-us-public-health

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An intravenous mixture sits in a sterile area of a wellness clinic, prior to being given to a customer. Customized IV drips are now a booming business across North America.

Can IV cocktails cure hangovers or boost immunity? Researchers say booming business needs more regulation https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/iv-drip-therapy-regulations-9.6955383

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Quebec rushes through Bill 2, forcing new pay rules on doctors

Upset with new doctor law, students at all four Quebec medical schools vote to strike https://globalnews.ca/news/11504732/que-doctors-law/

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Trump Wants to Abolish the Filibuster. For LGBTQ+ Americans, That’s Terrifying. If the filibuster is abolished, Republicans will be free to declare open season on the LGBTQ+ community.

Trump Wants to Abolish the Filibuster. For LGBTQ+ Americans, That’s Terrifying.

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#transgender #trans #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA

Protestors gathered outside Children's Hospital Los Angeles in February after President Trump's executive order to stop federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care to children.

Trump pushes an end to medical care for transgender youth nationally https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/10/30/nx-s1-5588655/transgender-trump-medicare-medicaid-gender-affirming-care

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Watch for Taurid fireballs and November's Perigee Supermoon - The Weather Network A trio of meteor showers sends flashes of light across our skies this month, and the first week will feature the largest and brightest Full Moon of 2025.

A trio of meteor showers sends flashes of light across our skies this month, and the first week will feature the largest and brightest full moon of 2025.
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When is the November full moon? About this month's supermoon The moon will look slightly bigger and brighter Wednesday night during the closest supermoon of the year.

How to spot November’s supermoon, the closest of the year

Bob Rae leaving United Nations with no regrets Bob Rae knows that as Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations he had a habit of going off-message with Global Affairs Canada but he has not regrets.

‘Hurricane Bob’ Rae says he’s leaving the United Nations with no regrets

Canada-China relations: Mark Carney talked foreign interference Prime Minister Mark Carney says he raised the issue of foreign interference during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials.

Carney says he raised foreign interference, other issues with Chinese president