The screen time debate has been going on for decades, but the guidelines were never designed with autistic people in mind.

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“High functioning” and “low functioning” are everywhere, but they were never actually clinical terms.

In this episode, we break down where these labels came from, why they’ve stuck around, and why they don’t reflect the real experiences of autistic people.

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“Autism is overdiagnosed.”

It’s a common claim, but is it accurate?

We take a closer look at what’s really behind rising diagnosis rates and why this conversation often misses the bigger picture.

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What happens when your body doesn’t clearly tell you what it needs?

In this episode, we talk about interoception in autism, why “something just feels wrong,” and how that can affect everything from basic needs to emotional regulation.

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Out in public and your autistic child has a full-on meltdown. What do you do?

Public meltdowns can be intense, stressful, and confusing, but they are overwhelm, not misbehaviour. In this episode, we explore why meltdowns happen in public, strategies to co-regulate and keep your child safe, and how to plan ahead to reduce overwhelm in future outings.

Topics covered include managing public meltdowns, co-regulation, sensory overload, coping strategies for autistic children, and adult regulation tips.

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This episode explores what triggers overwhelm, how to respond without escalating stress, and ways to help children understand and regulate their emotions. Adult regulation is just as important, because how caregivers react shapes learning.

Topics covered include supporting autistic children, emotional regulation, meltdowns, shutdowns, sensory overload, and practical parenting strategies.

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Some of the harshest messages we hear about autism come from ourselves.

Internalized ableism happens when society’s ideas about disability get turned inward. Instead of “society thinks I am too much,” it becomes “I am too much.” It can show up as masking, shame around support, comparing yourself to neurotypical standards, avoiding accommodations, and feeling like a burden.

In this episode, we unpack how internalized ableism shapes identity for autistic adults, including those diagnosed later in life and parents of autistic children. We explore the subtle hierarchy people create among autistic individuals, why masking can feel like morality, and how self-judgment can sneak in even when you are just trying to cope.

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Autistic inclusion without limits sounds ideal. But what happens when safety and support collide?

In this episode, we explore how inclusion philosophy intersects with safety, fairness, and staff well-being. We discuss why limits matter and what questions we should be asking to ensure every student’s needs are balanced and respected.

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