In this special kid’s POV edition, my 12-year-old son Asher and I have a frank and honest conversation about the topic of diagnoses, labels, and the stigmas associated with diagnoses.
I know that Asher has strong feelings about all of these topics and I thought it was important to bring his perspective to the podcast because many parents struggle with the question of what to disclosed, when to disclose, and how to disclose to their kids about their neurological differences. In our conversation, we talk about how Asher feels about his diagnoses, why he believes parents should tell their kids exactly what’s going on with them, and why he’s totally find for others to know about the ways in which he’s differently wired.
About Debbie and Asher: Debbie Reber is the founder of TiLT and the host of the TiLT Parenting Podcast. 12-year-old Asher is Debbie’s son and is regularly featured on the podcast. Find out more about Debbie and Asher by visiting the About Page.
THINGS YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:
- How to recognize and understand generational differences between our parents parenting style and our own
- Strategies for handling difficult conversations with our parents
- How to handle it when we feel judged by our parents or in-laws
- How to take care of our needs and our kids needs during difficult moments
- How to ask for what you need from your parents and in-laws in a respectful way
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- The Asperkid’s (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens with Asperger Syndrome by Jennifer Cook O’Toole
- The Survival Guide for Kids with ADHD by John F. Taylor Ph.D.
I’m happy to be highlighting the work of the Gifted Homeschooler’s Forum this week, a nonprofit that supports, educates and advocates for gifted and twice exceptional children, their families, and the professionals who serve them, as they pursue alternative, lifelong educational paths. Click on the image the left to learn more!
Thank you Debbie and Asher!
My 12 year old son and I loved your pod cast. We agree we all you talked about. Asher, we admired the way you openly talked about who you are and acceptance.
I would like to add that early intervention makes a significant difference in helping children work through and learn about their individual challenges.
Good luck in your future endeavors!
Lisa A
Thanks so much for your note, Lisa! So happy to have you in the TiLT family 🙂
Love the accent Asher! Thank you Debbie (and Asher) for creating TiLT and building this awesome community. You have created a powerful gift and set of resources for so many. I am so glad I stumbled upon your website as I began to search for content related to 2e. Really special to hear Asher’s perspective on the issue of labels and stigma’s – he has a healthy perspective. Thank you again…
Thanks so much, Sherry (and Asher is pleased to read your comment about his accent) 🙂 So happy you have found us, too!
Asher, what brilliant insight you brought to this topic. Thank you for being you, and sharing yourself with us! You and your mom are a Rock’n Team!!
Best, Evelyn
Mom of 14 year old daughter newly diagnosed with Asperger’s / Giftedness 🙂
What an awesome young man! An absolute credit to himself and all the amazing effort and work of his loving parents An amazing and beautiful family. Thanks for sharing your insights, Asher.
P.s….great British accent, Asher! What a character you are…the world needs more people like you!