"This Morning Star Reveals Health Diagnosis at 47 That Left Him Feeling His ‘Life Had Come Crashing Down’"

Dr. Scott Miller’s Autism Diagnosis: From Shock to Empowerment

This Morning vet Dr. Scott Miller, 47, opened up about his late autism diagnosis, describing it as a moment when his “world crashed down.” The revelation came after two of his four children were diagnosed, prompting him to seek testing. Speaking to The Mirror for World Autism Day, Scott reflected on the emotional whirlwind but emphasized embracing neurodiversity as a strength.

A Life-Changing Revelation
Scott admitted the diagnosis initially left him reeling. “My life was thrown up in the air,” he said. However, it also brought clarity. He now views autism as a “filter” to understand his childhood struggles, particularly social interactions. “It explains mistakes I made in reading between the lines—that’s not my specialty,” he shared.

[Image: Dr. Scott Miller on This Morning set, caption: “Scott’s diagnosis followed his children’s, reshaping his self-understanding.”]

Autism as a ‘Superpower’
Despite challenges, Scott refuses to label autism a disability. He encourages his children—Summer, Quinn, Jackson, and Riley—to see it as their “superpower.” His son didn’t speak until age four, while his daughter uses Gestalt language (repeating phrases). “The benefit of autism is that you can learn deeply,” Scott explained. His family’s pets, Mango and Ludo, provide invaluable support, echoing This Morning’s use of autism assistance dogs.

[Image: Scott with his dog Mango, caption: “Mango, Scott’s dog, aids his family—and once stole the show by chewing through a lead.”]

A Humble Moment on Live TV
During a recent This Morning segment, Scott’s dog Mango hilariously upstaged him. While advising a viewer on pet training, Mango chewed through his leash, prompting laughs from hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley. “I’m the hypocrite of hypocrites!” Scott joked. The incident underscored his mantra: “Unleashed interactions” help pets—and people—thrive.

Understanding Autism
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

• A neurodevelopmental condition affecting communication, social interaction, and behavior.
• Traits include: Difficulty with social cues, sensory sensitivities, repetitive behaviors, and deep focus on interests.
• Not caused by: Parenting style, vaccines, or diet. Genetics often play a role.

Scott’s journey highlights late-diagnosed autism’s emotional complexity and the power of reframing differences as strengths. As he puts it: “Forgive your past self—your mind just works beautifully differently.”

[Image: Scott with his family, caption: “Scott with wife Zö and their four children, championing neurodiversity.”]

For more information, visit NHS guidelines on autism.

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