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Parenting Teens With Autism: Musician Steve Earle

Season 11 Episode 10 | 26m 55s

Grammy award-winning musician/actor Steve Earle talks about his experience raising his non-verbal teenage autistic son, including the importance of having a network of support and advocating for resources for your child. Earle also shares how his own recovery from chemical dependency shaped how he approached his son’s diagnosis and care.

Aired: 09/30/26 | Expires: 09/30/29
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