Fwd: Autism and RDI: Why Bother?

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This week's newsletter continues insight into the importance of carefully approaching intervention and Pam, a great swimmer herself, has a keen perspective on "sink or swim"

~ le Sheely, PhD

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Why bother: When "Knowing" Isn't Enough

by Dr le Sheely

Having a conversation with an individual who has information he likes to impart but who lacks conversational acumen, provides a snippet into the reality of the world where the crossroads of disparity intersect IQ and DI.

Why is this?

The ability to absorb information and the desire for relationships often propels individuals on the spectrum to seek out human contact by talking at people about whatever is on their mind. Without the screen of how the other person will perceive it or the impact it will have, they often plow through information that counters the human connection they desire.

Clearly, this seems a leap from the basic internal dialogue we began to develop with Ellen last week, although not a leap when one considers the importance of a sense of self and dynamic intelligence so important to the navigation of thought and relationship, each skewed by the neurological differences associated with autism.

Read more....

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Sink or Swim: This Really Is About Swimming Part 2... Beyond the Basics

by Pam

The following is the second article by Certified Consultant, Pam .....and it really is about swimming!

I am Pam , Certified RDI Program ® Consultant and I

RDI Consultant, Pam

want to expand on my thoughts from last week about how to maximize your swimmer's time in the pool. This week, what to do with your fish? Even when your swimmer is safe in the water, there is more they can learn to do with their swimming abilities. I have been at this for 30+ years and still learn new things about swimming.

Swimming can be many things including recreation, exercise, or competition. The first thing to do is consider which of these may be an appropriate next step challenge for your swimmer.

Just a leisurely swim for us:

Make sure the swimmer can utilize all parts of the pool competently. This includes ladders, steps, a variety of depths, crowded or empty, or even the diving board. This competence will open up the whole pool for your swimmer to enjoy.Teach the swimmer some simple games such as diving for coins, catch in the water, tag in the water, handstands, jumping in, or even simple races. Channel your inner child or better yet, watch what the other kids are doing in the pool. These games can be a great way to organize your swimmer's time in the pool and keep them from just "hanging out".Go to different watering holes. Water parks, different pools, lakes, or the ocean each have same but different qualities that guides can ensure the swimmer is competent with.Read more...

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