Author Talk: 'The Unlocking' with Porscia Lam
Monday 2 June 2025 at 10:00AM
Melton Library & Learning Hub
Event Description
'The Unlocking: An Autism Story' by Porscia Lam is a tender, masterfully written memoir of a family's journey in supporting their child with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Set in Melbourne in the thick of lockdown, the novel follows two parents' desperate battle with the escalating behaviour of their toddler. Amid the lack of in-person services, Harry exhibits severely restricted eating, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, crippling separation anxiety, and a demand avoidance that impedes every function in his young life. Harry meets the description of Pathological Demand Avoidance, a subtype of autism that is not yet recognised in Australia.
With much trepidation, the family begin Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy. The outcome is life-changing. Beneath the veil of dysfunction and anxiety, they discover an outrageously creative, highly intelligent, and hilarious little boy.
This uplifting author talk is sure to inspire, empower and reflect anyone who advocates for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Content warning: this session mentions topics which may be upsetting for some, including restrictive eating.
When
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Monday 2 June 2025
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Melton Library & Learning Hub
31 McKenzie Street
Melton VIC
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Learn more about Porsia Lam at https://porscialam.com/
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