In this episode of Let's Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy, our hosts cover some autism news about an inspiring man in Philadelphia, Autism Comorbidities and a Helpful Florida Police Officer. After that, our hosts are joined by mother and autism advocate, Becky Estepp for the Autism Family Portrait section! Don't miss it!

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2:59 Autism News - Inspired By 2 Sons, Philadelphia Man Creates Autisarians To Provide Safe Haven For Autism Community https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2022/02/08/black-history-month-autisarians-autism-northern-liberties/

8:03 Autism News - Autism comorbidities reflect racial, ethnic disparities

https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/autism-comorbidities-reflect-racial-ethnic-disparities/

13:40 Autism News - Clearwater officer who comforted runaway child with autism ‘a true community champion’ https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/clearwater-officer-who-comforted-runaway-child-with-autism-a-true-community-champion/

17:07 Autism Family Portrait: Becky Estepp from Safe Mind https://safeminds.org/

19:38 About Eric (Becky's Son)

24:30 About Safe Minds

https://safeminds.org

27:03 When was your son Diagnosed with Autism and what was that like for you?

30:30 What are some of the interventions and treatments that you think were the most helpful?

34:40 What advice do you have for families?

40:45 What are some of the things your son wants to do with his life?

49:14 Self-Determination Programs

55:40 Advice for New Parents

59:10 Next Week on Autism Live