A feeling, deep and dark, it starts
A longing for something lost
A sorrow that comes at any cost.
Joy is the hope that comes with the belief that anything is possible
Contemplation, one line a day. #MentalHealth
A tempest tossed
A tempest tossed
In a world of noise and chaos,
My mind is a storm, a tempest tossed.
The overwhelming sensation,
Meltdown, a state of frustration.
My senses heightened,
Sounds and lights, so brightened.
A cacophony of noise,
A confusion that destroys.
A feeling of impending doom.
As I try to find an escape room.
But there is no escape,
From this overwhelming state.
I am trapped in my mind,
A prisoner of my own fate.
Is there a glimmer of hope,
A lifeline to help me cope.
To regain control, and continue on
But in the middle of the meltdown, all that is long gone.
Apraxia, dyspraxia, oral-motor apraxia, Aphasia
[Concepts in Sensorimotor Research]
Pretty much every SLP I've been to over the years, has mentioned these terms. So what exactly are they.
Apraxia, dyspraxia, and oral-motor apraxia are all related to deficits in motor planning and execution, but they differ in their specific manifestations and underlying neural mechanisms.
ADI - Autism Diagnostic Interview
Lexicon [Measures]- ADI
The Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) is a semi-structured, and standardized interview designed for caregivers of autistics to gather information about the individual's behavior and development in key areas related to autism. The ADI-R is typically used for diagnostic purposes and for aiding in the assessment and treatment planning for autistics. [See posts on other Screening/Diagnostic Measures]
Limitations
- Limited applicability for nonspeaking individuals: The ADI-R is primarily designed for individuals with some level of spoken language skills.. Alternative assessment tools, may be necessary to complement the ADI-R in evaluating these individuals.
- The test is designed for a mental age of 18 months. [See post why Mental Age is problematic]
- Lack of emphasis on strengths and abilities: The ADI-R primarily focuses on identifying deficits and autism symptoms. A comprehensive assessment should also consider strengths and positive attributes that can contribute to a more holistic understanding of the individual.
- Does not factor in co-occuring condition and other complex health issues.
- Limited assessment of current functioning: The ADI-R primarily focuses on gathering retrospective information about the individual's behavior and development. While it provides valuable insights into early childhood behaviors, it may not capture the individual's current functioning or changes in behavior over time. Assessing current symptoms and adaptive functioning requires additional measures or observations.
- Reliance on informant report: The accuracy and reliability of the information collected depend on the informant's memory, observations, and interpretation. There may be instances where informants may not have complete or accurate knowledge of the individual's behavior, especially in cases where the informant is not the primary caregiver or when there are multiple caregivers with different levels of involvement.
- Subjectivity and biases: The ADI-R is susceptible to subjective biases, both from the interviewer and the informant which can influence reliability of results.
- Language and cultural factors: The ADI-R was developed primarily in English-speaking populations and may not fully capture cultural and linguistic variations. Cultural and language factors can influence the interpretation and reporting of behaviors, potentially leading to variations in the assessment outcomes for individuals from different cultural backgrounds or those with limited language abilities.
Joy is the courage that comes with facing our fears and overcoming them
Contemplation, one line a day. #MentalHealth
Congratulations Keivan Staussun
Congratulations Keivan Stassun,
A leader in astronomy and physics,
Your work brings insight and precision.
Appointed to the National Science Board with distinction,
By the President of the United States, none other!!
Founder of the Frist Center for autism and innovation,
You strive for inclusion and recognition,
Your dedication and passion, a true inspiration,
Your contribution will leave a legacy of innovation.
Possibility-Mindset
Possibility has always been a big driving force of the more positive aspects of my life (Hari-As-Possibility), so it had inspired a series of poems written over the years. Here is one.
Possibility Mindset
A possibility-mindset is key
Unlocking doors, sight unseen
A fuel that drives us to believe
Anything is possible
We conceive not just perceive
…. travel those possibilities into doors of opportunity
Possibility Mindset…
….the spark that ignites our passion
… the fire that burns within
It's the courage to
… take a stand
… strength to begin
…..chase our dreams
And find success in the things we seek
With a possibility mindset, there's nothing
That we can't achieve it seems
Joy is the peace that comes from forgiveness and letting go of grudges
Contemplation, one line a day. #MentalHealth
Snow Flurry
Ice from the clouds, in a frozen rain
A snow flurry falls, with a icy refrain
Pebbles of spray, scatter with a sound
On the ground, they patter all around.
To college I must still go
LASR lab awaits me, with experiments to unfold
EEG and sMRI, knowledge to behold
A snow flurry falls, with a icy refrain
Pebbles of spray, scatter with a sound
On the ground, they patter all around.
To college I must still go
LASR lab awaits me, with experiments to unfold
EEG and sMRI, knowledge to behold
Joy is the curiosity that comes with learning and growth
Contemplation, one line a day. #MentalHealth
Joy is the feeling of contentment that comes with living a purposeful life
Contemplation, one line a day. #MentalHealth
AI and Speech-Communication in Autism
AI and speech in autistics.
Hari Srinivasan
These are thoughts I've been mulling over for a while now and have been slowly writing up.
Overriding consideration: Cost, Accessibility, Portable, User-friendly and helps our communication & functioning in society.
How can AI help? Some thoughts.
Hari Srinivasan
These are thoughts I've been mulling over for a while now and have been slowly writing up.
Overriding consideration: Cost, Accessibility, Portable, User-friendly and helps our communication & functioning in society.
How can AI help? Some thoughts.
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