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EP. 58 The Exorcist in Room Two: Our Journey Through Severe Autism's Nighttime Challenges
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Shannon shares her experience stepping back from caregiving duties to focus on her mental health after 18 years of continuous care for her son with severe autism.
• Taking a temporary break in a camper near home to restore mental health after reaching burnout
• Applying for fiscal sponsorship to pursue the dream of creating supportive communities for families affected by severe autism
• Jacob demonstrating remembered turn-taking skills despite lack of formal therapy
• Discovering disturbing nighttime behaviors through a video monitor that explained Jacob's severe insomnia
• Using the monitor's intercom as an intervention until Jacob ultimately destroyed the equipment
• Planning to share personal breakthroughs that have helped with mental health struggles
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Chapters
1. Welcome and Blueprint Update (00:00:00)
2. Taking a Break for Mental Health (00:01:32)
3. Jacob Learning to Take Turns (00:03:28)
4. Nighttime Monitor Reveals Disturbing Behavior (00:06:00)
5. Looking Forward and Self-Care (00:12:15)
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