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Podcast: Parent Like A Psychologist
Episode: Episode 104: Supporting Autistic Kids at School: What Works and Why It Matters
Description: In this powerful and practical episode of Parent Like a Psychologist, host Leanne Tran, psychologist and parent, explores the unique challenges autistic children face in school environments—and how parents can advocate effectively for the support their kids need.
Drawing on her dual perspective as both a psychologist and a parent, Leanne unpacks:
Why primary schools can be overwhelming for autistic kids—sensory overload, social fatigue, executive functioning struggles, and masking expectations
The invisible signs of stress your child might be experiencing, even if everything looks "fine" at school
What meaningful and...