Welcome to Jacki’s Blog! I am looking forward to sharing my thoughts and insights regarding neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, Auditory and Sensory Processing Syndrome, dyslexia, Irlen syndrome), parenting, education, inclusion, healing, faith, and more! I hope you will find them enlightening and inspiring, and looking forward to reading your feedback! Best wishes, Jacki
Tune in to hear this engaging discussion about accessibility in education on the Mind Your Autistic Brain Talk Show hosted by Carole Jean Whittington. I
Does this happen to you, or is it a unique feature of my brain? I’ve noticed something interesting about my brain, and I’m curious if
Accessibility in Education with Advocate, Jacki Edry Carole Jean: What does accessibility mean to you? Jacki Edry: Accessibility means many things to me, but as a
This evening begins Holocaust Memorial Day (Yom HaShoah) in Israel. It is always a day full of mixed feelings for me as the memories of
I have to share something with you that I found incredible. I never cease to be in awe of how G-d takes care of all
When I look back on my childhoodI remember how I fooled everyone around meso wellthat nobody believed me when I told them, I was different. They
Episode 106 – Stimming is NOT a “Behavior” with author Jacki Edry, “Moving Forward: Reflections on Autism, Neurodiversity, Brain Surgery, and Faith” Many thanks to
I must admit I am feeling irate and exhausted. Once again, the educational system has got me down. The never-ending need to advocate for my
Recognized by ND by Design, powered by Dynamis Group What an honor!!! Many thanks to Theo Smith from ND by Design, powered by Dynamis, for
After a relatively calm period of somewhat regulated senses, I must admit I’ve had some unusual sensory experiences recently. This sentence from my book “Moving
To everyone living with or working with neurodivergent individuals, I feel the need to share this personal experience of how a sensory meltdown feels (for
It’s the darkest time of the yearwhen I often feel engulfedin a dulling heavinessthat seeps into my souland drains my vitality and motivation. Somehow, I keep
As an author, one of the things I find interesting is how every person I speak with seems to connect to a different quote from
Today was the kind of day where I could feel the dark grey clouds covering the sky slowly seep through my pores and envelope my
I’m really excited to share this fascinating and informative conversation Katie Munday, MRes of Aucademy – Education for everyone on Autistic experience, about my book,
B”H One of the most important mitzvot on Sukkot is “Samachta B’hagaycha” (be happy on the holiday.) So, I’d like to wish all of you
Tune in to listen to Episode 7 of Nicky Collins’ “Autism Unmasked” podcast, where Nicky and I discuss autism, sensory processing, visual processing (dyslexia and
B”HWishing everyone who celebrates a Shana Tova filled with health, happiness, mitzvot, deep inner satisfaction and joy, prosperity, and the ability to impact the world
In this age of digital connectedness, many people feel isolated and alone. The ability to connect with everyone, everywhere, is commonplace. Despite this, deep communication
Tune in and listen to this engaging discussion between Batsheva Frankel and me on her “Overthrowing Education” podcast! If you would like to learn more
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Educational policymakers and educators- please consider this! MANY KIDS ARE HAVING A HARD TIME IN SCHOOL, AND WE NEED
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Thoughts about recent world events The recent terror events in Israel and the overall situation around the world have affected
Article about Rethinking Prayer and Jewish Education from a Neurodiverse Perspective published by the Lookstein Center at Bar-Ilan University
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Episode 27 of “As Diverse as Two Peas in a Pod” How to build more inclusive growth and development: Lessons
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS New book cover design for “Moving Forward: Reflections on Autism, Neurodiversity, Brain Surgery, and Faith” I made a mistake. As
Article on the RespectAbility website addressing the ways to create a more inclusive and equitable society and educational system.
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Interview on Exploring Different Brains with Hackie Reitman, M.D. Examining Neurodiversity in Israel Interview on Exploring Different Brains with Hackie
A parent’s experience of advocating for her autistic and neurodivergent children, plus points for educators and policymakers to consider.
Article from the Different Brains website about the gift of neurodiversity, ADHD, and education.
Tune in to hear an engaging discussion about parenting, neurodiversity, education, neurodiversity in the workplace, and more from the recent “Neurodiversity at Work: Eliminating Kryptonite, Enabling Superheroes” podcast.
Enjoy!
“Moving Forward: Reflections on Autism, Neurodiversity, Brain Surgery, and Faith” was featured on the New Books Network Podcast. Tune in to hear our engaging discussion about neurodiversity, autism, brain surgery, education, the pandemic, and more!
A wish list of changes needed to create an educational system that is inclusive, equitable and prepares children for the workplace of the future.
A list of life lessons learned by observing the actions of an emotional support dog as she interacts with the family she cares for.
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Interview on the “Everyone’s Welcome” Podcast I was greatly honored to be a guest on the program “Everyone’s Welcome”, hosted
Tips about choosing an inclusive or special academic setting for children with neurodiversity, including autism, ADHD, Irlen Syndrome, Auditory Processing Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder.
Blog opinion piece examining the use of Ritalin to treat ADHD with a sensory-processing based etiology.
An enlightening discussion with my son who discovered through building LEGO that, more often than not, “mistakes” turn out to be excellent opportunities for growth, opportunity, learning, and discovery.
back to JACKI’S BLOG THOUGHTS Who Owns the Puzzle Piece? A few months ago, I excitedly announced the publication of my first book “Moving Forward: Reflections
Jacki Edry is a graduate of Hampshire College and has an extensive background in education, writing, and marketing. She has been exploring the world of autism and neurodiversity for over thirty-five years.
Moving Forward is a journey between the worlds of autism, neurodiversity, brain surgery recovery, and faith. It provides a rare glimpse into how sensory and neurological processing affect functioning and thought, through the eyes of a professional, parent, and woman who has experienced them firsthand.
