Ep.039 - On the Spectrum with ABA/Autism specialist Daciné Brown
· 44 min
Episode Ep.039 - On the Spectrum with ABA/Autism specialist Daciné Brown
Another example of the unwavering and unfailing power of a mother’s love. When Daciné Brown noticed her daughter displaying atypical behaviors, she trusted her instincts, combated dismissals from health care professionals until she landed on the right diagnosis.
As a mother to a child with autism, Daciné recognized the importance of providing her child with the necessary resources for development. Faced with limited access, and no insurance coverage, she took it upon herself to drive change. This led her to pursue an academic path to attain her ABA certification, leveraging this expertise to support her child.
This episode serves as a reminder to pause and help our communities, whether it be the autism community, our communities of color, and/or other minorities. It also prompts us to shed any ableist beliefs and biases, understanding that a diagnosis does not diminish a person's worth or capabilities. Let's stand together, embracing empathy and understanding, and work towards creating a more inclusive and supportive world for our children. It starts with us.
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SHOW NOTES:
00:00 - Welcome Daciné Brown, ABA Specialist
01:28 - Daciné’s story
05:17 - Getting a diagnosis
08:00 - Advice for parents who are seeking a diagnosis
10:27 - From grieving to acceptance
14:44 - How can we help this community and any community facing inequity
20:29 - How to set respectful boundaries to your children?
23:13 - What people should understand about autism
25:58 - Advice for parent’s who suspect a friend/love one’s child might have autism
31:47 - “Masking” and how it can delay a diagnosis
34:40 - The real reason why women get diagnosed later than men
39:00 - How does it look when you have ADHD as a mother
41:10 - Parting words and goodbyes
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