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DON’T Fall Into the Diagnosis TRAP

Welcome to Episode 275 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

This week, I’m joined by Emmy-nominated journalist Leland Vittert, host of On Balance on NewsNation.

In his powerful new book Born Lucky, Leland shares his deeply personal story: a childhood marked by social challenges, relentless bullying, and an autism diagnosis at a time when the word itself was barely understood.

At the heart of his story is his father - a man who refused to accept the limitations imposed by others. Instead, he built trust, modeled resilience, and empowered Leland to rise above every label.

The message of Born Lucky…

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