Jaime A. Heidel

Jaime A. Heidel, an author committed to bridging understanding between autistic and non-autistic individuals, discusses critical communication barriers. She emphasizes the importance of listening to autistic voices and validating their experiences to prevent trauma. The conversation highlights strategies for clearer communication, the challenges of emotional regulation during meltdowns, and the impact of societal expectations on neurodivergent individuals. Heidel shares insights on fostering empathy and understanding to enhance connections across diverse communities.

Jaime A. Heidel, an Autistic/ADHD author and consultant, discusses her book 'What Did I Do Wrong?' which addresses communication gaps between neurotypical and autistic individuals. She shares her personal experiences with trauma caused by misunderstandings and labels from society. The conversation reveals how differing communication styles can lead to emotional challenges for autistic children. Jaime emphasizes the need for empathy, clear communication, and supportive environments to help bridge the gap and heal trauma within families.

Author Jaime A. Heidel discusses her new book 'What Did I Do Wrong?' focusing on preventing misunderstandings with autistic loved ones. Topics include communication challenges, facial recognition issues, offering solutions vs. seeking support, coordination struggles, and understanding autistic behaviors.