The Autism Dadvocate Podcast

In this episode, Paul Carroll goes deep into a taboo subject - the isolation, loneliness, and disconnectedness experienced by many Dads of autistic kids. In this confessional episode, Paul discusses the following: why this topic is so important (and particularly during the pandemic) what is the true definition for this phenomena what are the health consequences of disconnectedness why is it so per...

In this episode, Paul Carroll interviews Stefan Bjes, founder of Blue Line Spectrum Safety --- an organization that provides comprehensive training to first responders related to the unique challenges of those affected by autism.

The holidays can be rough – buying gifts, making holiday meals, and visiting with friendly and family in a pandemic environment – can all put stressors on our kids.  But for us Dads, one of the hardest parts is hearing the "armchair commentary" about how to raise our children on the spectrum from well-intended but deeply misguided relatives. Paul will walk through some of the common types of comme...

In this episode, Paul Carroll, Founder & Creator of AutismDadvocate is going deep, asking fathers to reflect and journal on the questions below.  Some of the questions are uncomfortable, some are insightful, but all of them are designed to spark new modes of thinking for these amazing Dads. 1.       Do I completely identify -- or see my own identity --- as the father of an autistic child? 2.      ...

Meltdowns are tough.  As Dads, we experience a surge of adrenalin and anxiety when our child has a meltdown. As a follow-up to Podcast #2, "Five Things Dads can do to Avoid a Meltdown", Paul Carroll reviews the 8 things Dads can do during a meltdown. 1).  Acknowledge your own physiological reactions   2).  Look for an escape room, retreat, neutral area.   3). Use code words with your spouse, partn...

Meltdowns are rough.  As Dads, we will do anything – ANYTHING to avoid a meltdown, particularly in a public place.  So……….is there anything we can do?  The answer is…………YES! In this episode, Paul reviews the 5 things Dads can do to avoid a meltdown: 1.       Set expectations with your child 2.       Prepare a schedule 3.       Know your child's unique sensory triggers 4.       Leverage your child'...

In this 3 minute introductory episode, Paul Carroll - Founder & Creator of AutismDadvocate.org - launches his first podcast with an overview of his work and the intent of the podcast. In this episode: What is AutismDadvocate? Why did I create the site and the podcast The Future of Autism Dadvocate