EPISODE 2
Stimming Rocks! Why This Classic Behavior Is So Important

…and Continue the Discussion

Do you have a book or podcast club? If so, you may use this discussion guide to facilitate a conversation about this episode.

1. Chloe feels that AAC and multiple modes of communication are important, even for individuals who speak. Why does she believe this? Have you had personal experiences or have a child, family member or student for whom alternative or augmentative modes of communication have had a significant positive impact on quality of life? How so?
2. Chloe speaks about interoception, and how her growing awareness of it has had a huge impact on her life. What is your understanding of how Chloe’s awareness of interoception has helped her. Have you had personal experiences or have a child, family member or student for whom difficulties with interoception have been challenging. Have you found any helpful strategies to help with these challenges?
3. In our discussion of reframing “stims”, what are the changes that have occurred over time that help us understand stimming from a different perspective. Have you had personal experiences or have a child, family member or student for whom you can apply our newer understanding of stims. If so, how has this changed your attitudes and actions.