# #346: 30 Years After My Son's Autism Diagnosis: What I Know Now

An episode of [Turn Autism Around](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1449276654), 14 Jul 2026, 14 min.

Audio: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/turnautismaround/Podcast_346-TAA-podcast.mp3?dest-id=935921

Dr. Mary Barbera reflects on nearly three decades in the autism world as both a mom and professional. She shares how denial, long waitlists and limited early support can delay progress for children with autism or developmental delays. She emphasizes the importance of assessment, early action, parent-led intervention and individualized plans, while introducing the free Barbera Early Childhood Assessment (BECA) as a starting point for families seeking clarity and next steps.

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