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The Brady Bunch of AutismAuthor: Navah and Matt Asner
Join Navah and Matt Asner as they discuss topics relating to the world of autism and family. Navah and Matt have six children. 3 who are autistic. They are the founders of the Ed Asner Family Center. A center that provides arts and vocational enrichments and counseling services and support groups to special needs individuals and their families. Language: en-us Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Beyond Awareness: Why Autism Acceptance Matters in Today's World
Episode 4
Wednesday, 2 April, 2025
Send us a textAutism has transformed from a diagnosis that affected 1 in 10,000 people to today's prevalence of 1 in 36. What does this dramatic shift mean for families, individuals, and our society? Hosts Matt and Navah Asner tackle this question head-on as they commemorate World Autism Acceptance Day with candid conversation about where we stand in 2025.The episode explores the complex divide within the autism community itself – between parents of children with profound autism requiring higher support needs and autistic self-advocates. "Each person's own story is righteous," Navah emphasizes, pointing out that these different experiences are equally valid yet often at odds. This tension creates challenges precisely when the community needs unity most, especially regarding funding and support services.Media representation remains problematic, with both hosts expressing frustration about harmful stereotypes. "No one commits a crime because they're autistic," Matt firmly states, addressing recent cases where autism has been inappropriately cited in criminal behavior. While awareness has grown, many people remain woefully uninformed about what autism actually means for those living with it daily.The conversation highlights progress through initiatives like the Ed Asner Family Center's "Dating Spectrum" program, which focuses on building confidence for social interactions. This commitment to incorporating autistic voices extends throughout their programming, showcased through a special segment featuring Academy participant Maggie and instructor Max discussing their podcasting class.Whether you're new to learning about autism or deeply familiar with the spectrum, this episode offers valuable perspective on how far we've come and the significant work still ahead. Listen now to join this important conversation about moving beyond mere awareness to genuine acceptance for autistic individuals of all support needs.Support the showwww.teafc.org From Our Family To Yours
