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The Reality of Raising a Profoundly Autistic Adult. Nobody Talks About This

The Reality of Raising a Profoundly Autistic Adult. Nobody Talks About This20 Jul10 min

Some mornings feel impossible but years later, they're the stories that keep us going. In this deeply personal solo episode, Mike Carr steps away from the topic of guardianship to share an unfiltered look at one unforgettable morning caring for his 36-year-old son, Michael, who is profoundly autistic and nonverbal. From soaked bedding and piles of laundry to broken technology, sensory-seeking behaviors, endless glasses of water and bathroom mishaps, Mike walks listeners through the kind of mo...