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252. Stranger Danger, Autism & Online Risks: When Safety Isn't Simple
How do you teach stranger danger to autistic kids — without creating fear?
In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom Podcast, Shannon Urquiola dives into a topic so many parents worry about but rarely feel confident navigating. Inspired by a question from a follower, Valencia Shannon, this episode explores what “stranger danger” really looks like for autistic children and why traditional advice often falls short.
Shannon walks you through:
Why autistic kids experience safety, fear, and impulse control differently
How to teach safe vs. unsafe situations instead of relying on…
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