Thoughty Auti - The Autism Podcast

The Stigma and Stereotypes Around Cerebral Palsy


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Thomas Henley talks to Emma Stone, a cerebral palsy advocate (dystonia) and decorated horseriding athlete, currently studying a variety of Work Preparation modules in college and working in a local cafe. Emma speaks on how others treat her differently and what mentality she has in the face of adversity (read more below).


What are the stigmas and stereotypes attached to cerebral palsy? What is daily life with dystonia like? What is cerebral palsy and how does it develop? Let's answer these questions.


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Within this podcast, Emma aims to dispel the stigma and stereotypes around cerebral palsy, bring more awareness to them and share the more intimate negative experiences they've gone through in daily life, school, physio, surgery and healthcare. She also highlights the life lessons she's picked up and details her top tips for other individuals with cerebral palsy.


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