In this episode, me and Heidi discuss

Her son Theo's mental health crisis, brought on by his struggles at school as an undiagnosed autistic student
Realising that Theo was autistic, and what little she knew about autism
Battling with professionals to recognise her son was autistic and needed support.
EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) and how that saved Theo
Advice for parents of children who are struggling at school
Heidi's own autism diagnosis, and the impact it has had on her life
The importance of Sensory regulation
Why you should explore an autism diagnosis even as an adult
The power of community
Heidi's book "Your Child Is Not Broken"

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E15: Heidi Mavir: Your Child Is Not Broken