In episode 6 of Parenting Aaj Kal, developmental pediatrician and host Dr. Vibha Krishnamurthy sits down with Nidhi Singhal, Clinical Psychologist and Director, Action For Autism and Ved Gangoly, a 22-year-old autistic advocate and social work student, to unpack the questions families ask most — starting with the toughest one: “Doctor, when will my autistic child become 'normal'?”
Parents search for answers like: Is autism a disease? When will my child be “normal”? How do I tell my child about an autism diagnosis? What should I do during a public meltdown or sensory overload? How do I get school support in India — what to tell teachers/ special educators? How can my child make friends and self-advocate? What if autism is diagnosed in adulthood?
This episode answers those real questions with clear, dignity-first, neurodiversity-affirming guidance: Dr. Vibha reframes “normal,” Ved shares his lived experience, and Nidhi explains disclosure, anxiety, and why community support matters as much as therapy — making this a practical Hindi guide on autism for families in India.
Parenting Aaj Kal is a Much Much Media original series hosted by one of India’s most loved pediatricians, Dr Vibha. New episodes every Thursday.
Parenting Aaj Kal is a first-of-its-kind Hindi chat show that brings honest, emotional, and real conversations about modern parenting in India, aiming to become a safe and relatable space for families to talk openly about the challenges and joys of raising children today.
This series brings together parents, youth voices, and leading experts across India. Each episode dives into culturally relevant issues that Indian families face but rarely talk about — all in Hindi – all grounded in science, compassion, and lived experience.
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