In our first episode, we welcome autistic individuals, family members and professionals to discuss the evolving perceptions of autism over the decades. We explore how the efforts of families and researchers, combined with the growing influence and respect for autistic voices, have transformed our understanding of autism and how it is diagnosed.Hosted by Helen Ellis with guests Dawn Mills, Dr. Judith Brown and Gareth Torrance.Produced by The Podcast Company. The In Our Words project was funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.To find out more please visit: https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/who-we-are/in-our-wordsThe archive items from the National Autistic Society represent the personal opinions and perspectives of the oral history interviewees and original writers at the time. The opinions and language used during the interviews, articles and other archived content do not necessarily reflect the current views, values, or policies of the National Autistic Society. For our up-to-date language recommendations based on the preferences of autistic people, their families and professionals, please read our guidance on How to talk and write about autism.

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