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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2023 · 55 MIN

Embracing Differences: An Autistic Teacher’s Perspective

from The Neurodivergent Connection / The Curious Storyteller · host Reid

Christopher Wheat is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who has spent over two decades working as a special education teacher. After being diagnosed with autism at age 35, Christopher embarked on a journey to better understand and embrace his condition. Alongside managing his own unique challenges, he used this experience to support his twin daughters, who both received autism diagnoses from an early age. His deep dedication to family and advocacy led Christopher to explore the impacts of medication and various therapies, ultimately helping his daughters improve and lead fulfilling lives. By sharing his personal experiences, Christopher offers inspiration and guidance to parents facing similar challenges. If you are a writer or if you're an artist or whatever, don't stop. Do it anyway. Don't feel dejected. Just keep working at it. https://aspergersstudio.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@AspergersStudio https://www.instagram.com/InsideTheAspergersStudio https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidmiles/ https://www.twitter.com/AspergersStudio https://www.facebook.com/InsideTheAspergersStudio Support the show via my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AspergersStudioHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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