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Autism Unpacked
by Options Autism
Welcome to Autism Unpacked - a podcast exploring autism and the wider world of Special Educational Needs (SEN). Through honest conversations with families, educators, clinicians and professionals, we explore the topics that matter to the SEN community - from diagnosis, education and mental health to behaviour, relationships, family life and beyond. Autism will always be at the heart of our journey, but as the podcast grows, so does the conversation. Our aim is to share real experiences, expert insight and practical advice to help parents, carers, educators and professionals better understand and navigate SEN. Podcast host Rosie Moss. As a mum of three children, two of whom are proudly neurodivergent, and a neurodivergent woman herself, Rosie’s story is one of an advocate for shared experiences. A trusted and award-winning podcast host, Rosie is known for her empathetic and insightful approach - authenticity is always at the heart of every conve
Episodes
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Episode 23 - When School Is All Too Much, Understanding EBSA
Send us Fan Mail When your child is struggling to attend school, it can be difficult to understand what’s behind their distress, how best to support them, or where to turn for help. In this episode of Autism Unpacked, we explore Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), and how it can affect...
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Episode 22 - School Behaviour and Meltdowns: Your Questions Answered
Send us Fan Mail Starting school, navigating the education system and understanding your child's behaviour can feel overwhelming – especially when you’re trying to work out what your child needs and how best to support them. In this episode of Autism Unpacked, we’re joined by Clinical…
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Series 3 Trailer
Send us Fan Mail Series 3 is here — and we're widening the conversation. Autism Unpacked returns with honest, real-life conversations that go beyond autism to explore the wider world of Special Educational Needs (SEN). From the school environment to behaviour, crucial advice and real-life…
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Episode 21 - Autism Diagnosis: What Parents Need to Know
Send us Fan Mail Wondering if your child might be autistic? This highlights episode brings together the most powerful conversations from Autism Unpacked on the autism diagnosis journey - from early signs to the benefits and challenges of assessment, and life after diagnosis. For many parents, the...
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Episode 20 - Is My Child Autistic? Early Signs and More - A Parent Q&A
Send us Fan Mail If you've found yourself Googling "is my child autistic?" at 2am, this episode is for you. We sit down with consultant clinical psychologist, Dr Freya Spicer-White, to get honest, clear answers to the questions that so many parents are asking — but may be too worried to say out...
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Episode 19 - Being An Autism Brother
Send us Fan Mail This is the second in our two episodes focusing on the reality of being an autistic sibling, featuring Becky Smith and her son, Max. Together, Becky and Max have written two amazing books: I'm An Autism Brother, and I'm A Big Autism Brother. In this episode, we delve into Max's...
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Episode 18 - Growing Up with Autistic Siblings
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we shine a light on a group quitely growing up alongside autism: siblings. Brothers and sisters who love fiercely, adapt instinctively, sometimes worry deeply and often understand more than we realise. We're delighted to be joined by Becky and Max Smith. Becky is...
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Episode 17 - Highlights: Understanding Your Child's World
Send us Fan Mail In this special recap episode of Autism Unpacked, we look back at some of the standout moments so far from series two, helping parents to better understand the world of their autistic child. We revisit some powerful conversations on emotional based school avoidance, autism and...
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Episode 16 - Unpacking Maths Anxiety and Autism
Send us Fan Mail Maths is everywhere — but for many young people, it can be one of the biggest sources of stress. In this episode, Rosie explores maths anxiety, why maths can feel so overwhelming for many, and why autistic children in particular may experience heightened stress, avoidance or...
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Episode 15 - Autism Myth-Busting, Decoding Fact from Fiction
Send us Fan Mail “Everyone’s a little bit autistic.” “Autistic people don’t feel empathy.” These phrases can be confusing, frustrating and even hurtful, particularly if you're a parent of an autistic child. While they’re often said casually, they can shape how autistic individuals are understood...
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Episode 14 - Unseen Overload - The Impact of Autistic Trauma on Mental Health
Send us Fan Mail This episode of Autism Unpacked focuses on a subject that is often overlooked - the impact of autistic trauma and mental health on young people. We welcome consultant clinical pschologist and Head of Trauma Informed Practice at Options Austism, Dr Leanne Johnson, and together we...
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Episode 13 Part 2 - Helping Families Navigate Emotionally Based School Avoidance
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the second part of our focus on Emotionally Based School Avoidance, or EBSA. Anxiety works both ways and supporting a child struggling with EBSA can be incredibly challenging for parents also. Here, we pick up this empowering conversation with our experts - Dr Tina Rae...
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Episode 13 Part 1 - Not Just Skipping - Understanding Emotionally Based School Avoidance
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the first of two episodes on Emotionally Based School Avoidance - or EBSA - a subject that many families find challenging. We find out why EBSA is so often misunderstood as truancy or refusal, when in fact it's about anxiety and emotional distress, making school feel...
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Episode 12 - Food Struggles Uncovered - Feeding Disorder Diagnosis and Parent Support
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rosie is joined by Natalie Raven Morris, CEO fo the Feeding Trust, as they talk about paediatric feeding and eating disorders. Together they uncover more about the feeding differencies and difficulties that some young people may experience, and discuss in detail...
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Episode 11 - Beyond Picky - Understanding Feeding and Eating Disorders
Send us Fan Mail We open series two with a topic that comes up a lot, but which is still so often misunderstood - feeding and eating disorders in chilren, particularly autistic young people. This isn't just about 'fussy eating'. In this episode, we're delighted to be joined by Natalie Raven…
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Series 2 Trailer
Send us Fan Mail Autism Unpacked is a refreshingly real podcast that dives into what it really means to be autistic in today’s world. In series 1, we unpacked everything from relationships and parenting to diagnosis, myths, sleep, and so much more. And the good news? We're back for more with a...
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Bonus Clip - Holidaying with complex needs - Planning, Care & Joy!
Send us Fan Mail In this bonus clip, we talk about what it's really like taking a child with complex autism on holiday. Hear Karen, mum to Lois who has complex needs, talking about the planning, the pressure and the moments that make it all worth it. And you can hear more from Karen about their...
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Episode 10 - Series 1 Highlights - What Helps & What's Hype, Expert Advice, Strategies & Myth Busting
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our second compilation episode from Series 1 of Autism Unpacked. This time round we’re focusing on what helps and what’s hype. We’ll hear from autism experts with advice, strategies which could benefit us all – and even a bit of myth busting to tackle those common...
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Episode 9 - Series 1 Highlights, Lived Experience - Real Voices and Real Lives
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this very special compilation edition of Autism Unpacked, featuring highlights from across Series 1. We are privileged to be able to listen to the voices of those with lived experience of autism – reflections on the impact it has had on them and their families, as well...
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Episode 8 - Understanding Autism in Girls - Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to part 2 of episode 8, as we continue to unpack the subject of autism in girls. Here, we rejoin the conversation with our expert guests, Professor Francesca Happé, a professor in congnitive neuroscience, and Dr Freya Spicer-White, a consultant psychologist and chief...
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Episode 8 - Understanding Autism in Girls - Part 1
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore an often misunderstood subject - autism in girls. Autism can often present very differently in girls, leading to misdiagnosis, late diagnosis or even a lack of diagnosis. We're joined by two expert voices - Professor Francesca Happé, a professor in...
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Episode 7 - Sleep & Autism - Navigating rest in a neurodiverse world
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Autism Unpacked, we explore sleep and why this can be a challenge for neurodiverse individuals. Rosie is joined by Dr Nicky Greaves, a consultant clinical psychologist, whose career includes time running a sleep clinical as well as extensive experience working...
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Episode 6 - Parenting Through Complexity - A Family's Journey with Autism
Send us Fan Mail This episode welcomes to the pod Karen Broomhead, a lecturer in special educational needs and a mother of two. Karen’s daughter, Lois, is nine years old and has complex autism. Karen shares the trials, tribulations and celebrations of their journey as a family, and what it really...
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Episode 5 - Building Rewarding Futures - Part 2
Send us Fan Mail This two-part episode welcomes to the pod Kelly Guthery and Oli Masters, both from The Futures Team at Options Autism. This team is dedicated to supporting students across the UK as they prepare to leave school. The team's holistic approach goes beyond just career guidance; they...
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Episode 5 - Building Rewarding Futures - Part 1
Send us Fan Mail This two-part episode welcomes to the pod Kelly Guthery and Oli Masters, both from The Futures Team at Options Autism. This team is dedicated to supporting students across the UK as they prepare to leave school. The team's holistic approach goes beyond just career guidance; they...
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Episode 4 - Understanding Demand Avoidance, Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to part 2 of our conversation about Demand Avoidance, as we continue to explore the impact that it can have on young people and their families. In this part of the episode, we’ll be talking advice for parents, family dynamics and encouraging understanding in others....
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Episode 4 - Understanding Demand Avoidance, Part 1
Send us Fan Mail This episode tackles the topic of Demand Avoidance. You may have heard of PDA or Pathological Demand Avoidance, but how much do you really know? In part 1 of this episode, we’ll discover its impact on young people and their families, share insights into their experiences and...
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Episode 3 - "You Don't Look Autistic" with Tom Malone Jr
Send us Fan Mail Joining this episode of Autism Upacked is Tom Malone Jr. Tom is probably best known for his appearances on the show Gogglebox. He's also a professional dancer whose talent has taken him all around the world, and he's autistic. Since his diagnosis at 28, Tom has openly shared his...
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Episode 2 - Cracking the EHCP Code
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we navigate our way through EHCPs – Education Health and Care Plans – from understanding their purpose to the steps involved in obtaining one. We hope this inspiring conversation will leave you feeling informed, empowered and ready to advocate for your child. For...
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Episode 1 - Understanding and obtaining an Autism diagnosis
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the first episode of Autism Unpacked! In this episode we’re diving into a crucial topic; understanding and obtaining an autism diagnosis. This can be one of the most daunting steps for parents but it’s also a critical one in ensuring that your child receives the right...
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Autism Unpacked Trailer
Send us Fan Mail Autism Unpacked is dedicated to exploring the multi-faceted world of autism. Brought to you by Options Autism, it promises to bring fresh perspectives and inspiring stories, coupled with support, advice and practical guidance for parents, carers and families of autistic children....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Autism Unpacked - a podcast exploring autism and the wider world of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Through honest conversations with families, educators, clinicians and professionals, we explore the topics that matter to the SEN community - from diagnosis, education and mental health to behaviour, relationships, family life and beyond.
Autism will always be at the heart of our journey, but as the podcast grows, so does the conversation. Our aim is to share real experiences, expert insight and practical advice to help parents, carers, educators and professionals better understand and navigate SEN.
Podcast host Rosie Moss. As a mum of three children, two of whom are proudly neurodivergent, and a neurodivergent woman herself, Rosie’s story is one of an advocate for shared experiences. A trusted and award-winning podcast host, Rosie is known for her empathetic and insightful approach - authenticity is always at the heart of every conve
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Welcome to Autism Unpacked - a podcast exploring autism and the wider world of Special Educational Needs (SEN). Through honest conversations with families, educators, clinicians and professionals, we explore the topics that matter to the SEN community - from diagnosis, education and mental health...
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