Episode 9 - Series 1 Highlights, Lived Experience - Real Voices And Real Lives Autism Unpacked podcast

Episode 9 - Series 1 Highlights, Lived Experience - Real Voices and Real Lives

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Welcome to this very special compilation edition of Autism Unpacked, featuring highlights from across Series 1. We are privileged to be able to listen to the voices of those with lived experience of autism – reflections on the impact it has had on them and their families, as well as uplifting insight and advice.

We’ll hear from TV personality and professional dancer Tom Malone Jr, who was diagnosed in his 20s, from Karen Broomhead, a lecturer in Special Educational Needs and mum of two, including a wonderful little girl who has complex autism; and from two incredible people who support autistic pupils in preparing for their future life beyond school - Kelly Guthery and Oli Masters.

We'll delve into:

What it's like to live with autism and growing up without a diagnosis
The importantce of autistic role models
The impact of social media
How a diagnosis can also help others
And the myriad of emotions that can come with a diagnosis
The importance of encourging all children to dream big
How a passion for something can bring huge benefits
And about looking to a future shaped around your child's aspirations

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Chapters

1. Episode 9 - Series 1 Highlights, Lived Experience - Real Voices and Real Lives (00:00:00)

2. Growing up without a diagnosis (00:01:34)

3. The importance of role models (00:04:14)

4. Your child is going to be capable of such great things (00:07:47)

5. Why get a diagnosis - it can also help others (00:10:37)

6. A diagnosis can bring a myriad of emotions (00:12:41)

7. Why a parent might find a diagnosis challenging (00:16:27)

8. A unique path through life can sometimes need a shift in thinking (00:20:31)

9. Looking to the future and dreaming big (00:23:01)

10. Following a passion can bring huge benefits (00:26:01)

11. It's important not to let fear of the future consume you (00:30:20)

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