Meet My Autistic Brain

The Autistic Woman™
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Meet My Autistic Brain

What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Autism, ADHD or both

    Autism, ADHD or both? If you’ve been diagnosed with one or the other it could be that you have both. Hear about how symptoms overlap and what it looks like to be AuDHD.Try Sunsama and help the podcast for free! Between now and 11 a.m. on November 30, 2024 the podcast will receive a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for the FREE TRIAL! It's a great way to donate without spending a dime. No credit card needed. Please help today! Sunsama link: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Suppor...

    18 min

  2. 19 NOV

    The Right Time to Say You're Autistic

    When you learn you’re autistic you might want to tell the world. Or not. It takes patience to wait until the right time to break the news. Hear how you can know when it feels right.Note: From now until November 30, 2024 at 11 a.m. the show receives a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for a free trial of Sunsama - no credit card needed! Contribute to the show without spending a dime by clicking on the Sunsama link and signing up today! Link: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgkSuppor...

    10 min

  3. 14 NOV

    Popular Interview: So You Think You're Autistic

    In this episode I’m talking with Samantha Stein, author of So You Think You’re Autistic, A Workbook for the Confused Person Who's Just Trying to Figure Things Out and host of the popular YouTube channel Yo Samdy Sam. Samantha talks about her experience learning she’s autistic and how it led to a book for readers to reflect on and work through their thoughts and questions about autism. A must-read!Links:So You Think You’re Autistic, A workbook for the confused person who's just trying to figur...

    34 min

  4. 4 NOV

    Listener Favorites: Stimming

    It’s natural for autistics to stim and what works for you is an individual choice. What is stimming and what are the ways people stim? Listen to learn more and to hear about the options autistics choose.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Try Sunsama free for 30 days! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/ Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/theautistic...

    9 min

  5. 29 OCT

    Misdiagnosis

    It’s remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they’re autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn’t even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Try Sunsama free for 30 days! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card need...

    19 min

  6. 21 OCT

    Autism and Success: An Interview with NYT best-selling author JD Barker

    New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work.JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer who...

    42 min

  7. 8 OCT

    Why the Autistic Brain Over-responds in Emotional Situations

    Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Hear how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack.”Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Try Sunsama free for 30 days! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/ Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/theautist...

    15 min

  8. 3 OCT

    Favorite Repeat: Self-Diagnosis

    If you're a self-diagnosed autistic you may wonder if self-diagnosis is as valid as a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY!-->Try Sunsama free for 30 days! https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk (affiliate link which helps the podcast) No credit card needed. Instagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/ Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/theautisticwoman (one time don...

    17 min
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What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score.

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  • Creator
    The Autistic Woman™
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Meet My Autistic Brain
  • Show Website
    Meet My Autistic Brain

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