Parenting a Child with Autism: Beyond the Diagnosis S2E32 Episode 67 4/8/26

In this second part of this autism series with Dr Theresa Lyons, Dr. Vivian Carlin and Dr. Sylvia  Bank discuss the ongoing challenges of parenting a child with autism—from building your medical and educational team, navigating developmental pediatricians and school advocacy, to understanding therapies, supplements, and science-backed interventions. Dr. Lyons shares practical strategies for creating a support system, the importance of celebrating small victories, and how parents can maintain perspective amid stressful days. She also cautions against misinformation from social media and highlights evidence-based resources for families.

Resources:

Navigating Awetism https://awetism.net/

Aragon‑Guevara, D., Castle, G., Sheridan, E., & Vivanti, G. (2023). The Reach and Accuracy of Information on Autism on TikTok. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 55(6), 1953–1958. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37544970/

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Dr Theresa Lyons PhD of Navigating Awetisms

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Teresa Lyons

01:44 Building Your Team and Navigating School

04:55 The Navigating Autism Platform

06:52 Fact Checking Supplements and Resources

09:29 Managing Expectations and the Parental Mindset

14:21 The Truth About Autism on TikTok

15:26 Letting Go of Guilt and Final Thoughts