Ep. 80 - Autism Diagnosis After Puberty with Sha

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This week, we sit down with the phenomenal Shá Summerlin, a powerhouse mom, entrepreneur, and former R&B/Soul recording artist, to discuss her unexpected autism journey.Shá’s youngest son, Qian, was diagnosed with autism at 12 years old, a revelation that came as puberty brought aggressive and unexpected challenges to the forefront. Before that, autism was never on their radar, leading her through a long and emotional journey of specialists, ER visits, and tests before finally getting answers.Shá’s story is one of resilience, discovery, and empowerment as she continues to build a legacy for her children and grandchildren. Tune in to hear Shá’s incredible journey.Connect with Shá:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistheshashow/Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for more empowering stories like Shá's.Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theabmpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095054651586

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This episode was published on March 25, 2025.

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This week, we sit down with the phenomenal Shá Summerlin, a powerhouse mom, entrepreneur, and former R&B/Soul recording artist, to discuss her unexpected autism journey.Shá’s youngest son, Qian, was diagnosed with autism at 12 years old, a...

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