In this episode of the Ananya Child Development Centre podcast, hosts Jewel and Madhavi Adimulam explore the pivotal developments that expanded the concept of early infantile autism into a broader spectrum. They discuss the contributions of pioneers like Lorna Wing, who introduced the triad of impairments and translated Hans Asperger's work, leading to the revolutionary autism spectrum concept. They also delve into the impact of the neurodiversity movement, evolving diagnostic criteria, and exciting advancements in genetic and environmental research. Join us for an insightful journey through the history and evolving understanding of autism.

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:33 Expanding the Concept of Autism

01:56 Lorna Wing and the Spectrum Concept

04:05 Impact of the Spectrum Model

04:56 The Neurodiversity Movement

06:01 Ananya's Approach to Neurodiversity

06:41 Ongoing Research and Future Directions

07:51 Technological Innovations in Autism Support

08:14 Final Thoughts and Advice for Parents