How to Empower People with Disabilities – Dr. Suzzanna Javed Shares Life-Changing Tips

In today’s powerful episode of Wellness Compass With Amina Saqib, we are joined by Dr. Suzzanna Javed, a distinguished professor at Long Island University and Suffolk Community College, and an expert behavior consultant dedicated to helping people with disabilities. With over 20 years of experience and a Ph.D. from Columbia University, Dr. Suzzanna is not only trained to administer psychological tests, but she also uses the ADOS-2 to assess individuals for autism. As a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, Dr. Suzzanna works closely with agencies to improve outcomes for individuals and their caregivers. Her expertise extends to providing essential support to people with substance abuse issues as she works towards becoming certified in this area. Additionally, Dr. Suzzanna is an authorized broker for individuals with disabilities through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Suzzanna shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by people with disabilities and the importance of breaking stigma, building empathy, and empowering these individuals to reach their full potential. She offers actionable advice for both individuals and caregivers and highlights the crucial role of community integration for better support.