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Welcome to our second compilation episode from Series 1 of Autism Unpacked. This time round we’re focusing on what helps and what’s hype. We’ll hear from autism experts with advice, strategies which could benefit us all – and even a bit of myth busting to tackle those common misconceptions.

Amongst our guests are senior clinicians and respected experts from Options Autism, including: Emma Sanderson, Dr Freya Spicer-White and Sarah-Jo Vane, (Senior Admissions Manager). Between them, Emma, Freya and Sarah-Jo give their take on navigating the diagnosis process as well as EHCPs.

We’ll also be discussing the sometime thorny issue of sleep with consultant clinical psychologist Dr Nicky Greaves, as well as getting to grips with the controversial issue of Demand Avoidance with Freya and clinician, Paula Walker. And if that wasn’t enough, we’ll hear from Francesca Happé, a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and renowned expert on autism in girls.

There’s a lot to get through, so sit back, take a breath, and join us as we celebrate the beauty, diversity, and strength of the autism community.

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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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Welcome back to part 2 of episode 8, as we continue to unpack the subject of autism in girls.

Here, we rejoin the conversation with our expert guests, Professor Francesca Happé, a professor in congnitive neuroscience, and Dr Freya Spicer-White, a consultant psychologist and chief clinical officer at Options Autism.

Join us as we explore:

• Autism and puberty
• Advocating for your child
• The potential and positive traits that austim can bring
• How to find out more about autism and girls

And if you haven't already, check out part 1 of this episode to learn about masking and why autisitc traits can so often be missed in girls.

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