Rebranding Autism: Seeing Strength on the Spectrum with Clain Udy

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In this episode of Mother's Guide Through Autism podcast, Brigitte talks to Clain Udy, co-founder and president of Autism Elevated. 

Clain shares his journey of raising a high-functioning autistic son and emphasizes the importance of focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses. 

In this episode, he discusses:

- his transformation in understanding autism, shifting the focus from societal norms and deficits to recognizing and nurturing strengths.
- practical strategies for parents to identify and nurture their children's strengths
- the importance of creating the right environment for autistic individuals to thrive
- the importance of self-belief
- and more!

Enjoy!

Chapters:

01:10 Welcoming Clain Udy
02:59 Clain's Background and Achievements
03:42 Clain's Son's Journey and Achievements
05:06 Initial Reactions to Autism Diagnosis
08:35 Shifting Perspectives on Autism
09:59 Creating a Supportive Environment
14:13 Focusing on Strengths
21:22 Empowering Parents to Define Their Children's Strengths
22:02 The Concept of a Personal User Guide
23:13 Memoir and Practical Framework in the Book
24:30 Addressing Common Parental Concerns
25:09 The Importance of Environment for Thriving
27:06 A Metaphor for Understanding Autism
31:19 Nolan's Story: Thriving Through Passion
34:45 Rebranding Autism: A New Perspective
38:42 Final Thoughts and Resources

Clain's Website:
https://autismelevated.com/

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