The Other Autism

04/08/2024

Many think that autistic people lack empathy, but do they?

Join me as I explore empathy in the context of autism research and the origins of the autistic empathy deficit idea. In this episode, I cover the double empathy problem with help from a friend. How does the double empathy problem explain misunderstandings and communication breakdowns between autistic individuals and neurotypicals?

I also talk about how I personally think of empathy (and how my notions of empathy are surprisingly close to the very first usage of the word!).

Listen on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/15512935

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/XmZ37XTc8XY?si=ZYowJm1hkc_7-tIs

Many think that autistic people lack empathy, but do they?Join me as I explore empathy in the context of autism research and the origins of the autistic empa...

20/07/2024

Today, I'm speaking with Helena, a retail worker and soon-to-be college student and fiction author. Helena came to Canada as a child, but wasn't assessed for autism or schizophrenia until her 20s. She talks about who the biggest bullies were in school and shares some activities that have helped her.

Listen on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/15217799

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/5K6f7E5zJ38?si=K84-5pv3_AldAfXT

Today, I'm speaking with Helena, a retail worker and soon-to-be college student and fiction author. Helena came to Canada as a child, but wasn't assessed for...

12/05/2024

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27/04/2024

Is it autism or trauma? Or both? Join me as we explore how these intertwine and differ, with a focus on familial mental health challenges and their impacts — in the context of autism.

Get clarity on trauma, autism, and PTSD with insights from researchers and therapists working in the field. Understand the overlapping traits and characteristics between these conditions and gain a deeper understanding of attachment disorders like reactive attachment disorder (RAD) and disinhibited social engagement disorder (DSED) in children.

Delve into the impact of mental health challenges in families, explore the connection between autism and attachment disorders, and uncover the unique traumas that autistic individuals face. Learn about the resilience displayed by autistic individuals in the face of adversity.

Listen to "Did Trauma Cause My Autism?" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/14930946

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/cVogF6e0ZSA?si=6kWwfw2L0w18DmKt

🎙️ Don't miss out on this deep dive into trauma, attachment disorders, and autism! Join me as we explore how these intertwine and differ, with a focus on fa...

17/04/2024

Facebook won't let me share the link, but I was interviewed by Carolina de Ryk for CBC Daybreak North. Google CBC Daybreak North and play the episode for April 17, 2024. Set the player to 1:40:30 to hear my segment! If you'd prefer the direct link, email [email protected]

26/03/2024

Here's a deep dive into the controversial topic of trigger warnings. I explore the ongoing debate surrounding the effectiveness and potential dangers of trigger warnings, particularly for those who have experienced complex trauma. I highlight the latest research on trigger warnings, their impact on emotional responses, learning outcomes, and more.

Don't miss this episode where I challenge the common usage of trigger warnings and explore trigger warnings' influence on those they're supposed to protect most.

Listen to "Why I Don't Do Trigger Warnings on My Podcast" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/14734134

Or watch the episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/1td7RiulkaQ?si=g-3sMd-iT9WINs1s

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2024/03/26/why-i-dont-do-trigger-warnings-on-my-podcast/

23/02/2024

Today, I'm speaking with Zoe Alexandra Glass, a Jiu Jitsu instructor and artist based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Zoe went from listening to The Other Autism while working in a warehouse to being a guest on the show almost a year after her own diagnosis. She shares the story of receiving her autism diagnosis after nearly losing her home and having considerable mental health challenges during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Zoe also discusses her stance on going undiagnosed for nearly four decades, the types of pragmatic successes she's experiencing in occupational therapy, and the disability assistance and tax credits that are available to autistic folks (with a focus on those in British Columbia and Canada).

Together, we talk about the overlap of autism and eating disorders, the problems with traditional sitting meditation for some autistics, and much more!

Listen to "Zoe, a Jiu Jitsu Instructor Diagnosed As Autistic at 38" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/14536933

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/OtNUACQSz7A?si=H7pcO-wD9F2xh609

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2024/02/23/zoe-a-jiu-jitsu-instructor-diagnosed-as-autistic-at-38/

An ongoing conversation about late diagnosis and the various ways autism can present.

01/02/2024

Hey everyone! Kristen here! I've launched a Patreon account for The Other Autism, and I'd love to get your opinion on exclusive, member-only content you'd be most interested in!

Please follow this link to a quick poll: https://www.patreon.com/posts/what-exclusive-97593670

31/01/2024

What aspects of the brain differ between autistic people and non-autistic people? Do these brain differences lead to things like synesthesia in autistic people? Synesthesia is when your senses or perceptions overlap, like when you think of a number and see waves of red or some other colour. Or when you can feel in your own body the sensations and physical pain of another, just by looking at them!

In this episode, I also talk about ableist perspectives in autism research, secondary autism, neurons, glial cells, early brain development, mirror-touch synesthesia as the basis of deep empathy, and much more!

Listen to "Neural Pruning, Synesthesia, and Autism" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/14352381

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/H1oTzJyY0Z8?si=P5hZe3OCkQw7He4_

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2024/01/31/neural-pruning-synesthesia-and-autism/

An ongoing conversation about late diagnosis and the various ways autism can present.

13/11/2023

Trissa is an autistic parent with ADHD based in Washington State. In the latest episode of The Other Autism podcast, Trissa talks about ways to regulate yourself as a neurodivergent parent and also give your neurodivergent children ways to self-regulate.

Trissa's helpful tips and suggestions are particularly useful for autistic, ADHDer, and otherwise neurodivergent parents of children who are both experiencing sensory and cognitive overload.

Find out some of the best strategies for neurodivergent parents and kids who are dealing with the ongoing possibility of burnout and meltdown at the same time.

"She would melt down and then it would send me into a meltdown, and because I wasn't thinking about how to regulate myself and what I needed to remain calm, we would cycle together frequently." —Trissa

Listen to "Trissa, An Autistic Parent Raising Neurodivergent Children" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13949823

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/wXRyReCKWrY?si=RbtH0uIGgorEA0SF

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2023/11/13/trissa-an-autistic-parent-raising-neurodivergent-children/

18/10/2023

Hope to see you all there! https://autismcanada.org/support-programs/au-some-conference/

25/09/2023

Coming Monday! Episode 25 is delightful, mostly because it features The Other Autism Podcast host, Kristen Hovet (), who sat down with me and . We talk about Kristen's passions in life (podcasting and music), as well as a look back at her journey navigating a cancer diagnosis and treatment, whilst not knowing she was autistic. We discuss what the takeaways are for autistics and medical professionals alike in healthcare settings.

Look for it on Spotify, Apple, Google, and YouTube!

16/09/2023

Autistic burnout is very different from the work-related burnout that non-autistics experience. In this episode, I cover the official definition of autistic burnout, how autistic burnout differs from non-autistic burnout, the latest research on this topic, how burnout relates to shutdown and social hangover, and more. I also discuss my own experiences with burnout and some strategies for avoiding it.

Listen to "Autistic Burnout, Shutdown, and Social Hangover" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13574381

Or watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/972hctoOpx0?si=0H7c8NG82t07p4Am

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2023/09/16/autistic-burnout-shutdown-and-social-hangover/

04/09/2023

Dr. Kim Sage is a licensed clinical psychologist in southern California. Dr. Sage joins me to discuss her discovery that she may be autistic, the problem of autism underdiagnosis, and the close connection between autism and personality disorders (especially narcissistic personality disorder) within families.

Dr. Sage also talks about her early autistic traits, friendship challenges, autistic traits' impacts on romantic relationships, and more.

Listen to "Dr. Kim Sage, a Therapist Finding Her Place on the Autism Spectrum" on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13518447

You can now also watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/16_SzBO3QM4?si=5VbGgp8lVoA84NZJ

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2023/09/04/dr-kim-sage-a-therapist-finding-her-place-on-the-autism-spectrum/

16/08/2023

Feeling like a fraud or a fake autistic is so common in those who are diagnosed as autistic in adulthood. In this episode, I talk about impostor syndrome and how it relates to autistic impostor syndrome. I also talk about the impact of impostor syndrome and some strategies on how to cope with it.

Listen to "What Is Autistic Impostor Syndrome?" on Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13414696

Select episodes (like this one) are now also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cX39J_9Uogo

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2023/08/16/what-is-autistic-impostor-syndrome/

10/08/2023

I can't believe it!

I am so excited and proud to announce that The Other Autism has made the final slate of the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards — in the Education Category!!!

Final voting is now underway by a special panel of listeners from a pool of more than 8 million.

The Podcast Awards Ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 6:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. The Awards show will be streamed live at PodcastAwards.com.

Read more about The Other Autism being nominated for The Podcast Awards: https://other-autism.com/2023/08/10/i-cant-believe-it/

The Podcast Awards has been around since 2005. The Podcast Awards grants global awards to the best podcasts voted by listeners!

Past Podcast Awards winners have included:

Malcolm Gladwell and Revisionist History
Real Life Real Crime
Joe Rogan and The Joe Rogan Experience
Inside the FBI
Crime Ju**ie
Today, Explained
Consider This
Radiolab

And specifically in the Education Category, which The Other Autism podcast is in the running for currently, past winners have included:

Grammar Girl
Skeptics Guide to the Universe
Stuff You Missed in History Class
All the Hacks

Thank you so much, listeners! Regardless of who wins The Podcast Award in the Education Category, I feel I’ve already won. 💜

09/08/2023

The number one type of question I get from listeners involves asking for advice regarding adult autism assessment. So...I decided to make an entire episode devoted to this topic.

I talk about how to decide if seeking a diagnosis is right for you, how to find a psychologist who provides autism assessments, and some tips on affording the assessment costs.

For those with auditory processing difficulties that make following podcasts challenging (or for those who just don't like podcasts), I now offer transcripts of every episode both on Buzzsprout and The Other Autism podcast's website.

Listen to "Advice for Those Seeking Adult Autism Assessment" now on Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13367570

For more information and to view the transcript on The Other Autism podcast's website: https://other-autism.com/2023/08/09/advice-for-those-seeking-adult-autism-assessment/

28/07/2023

In the latest episode of The Other Autism podcast, Courtney Benner, a neurodivergent occupational therapist in Utah, shares how occupational therapy can help autistic adults.

Listen at Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13298506

18/07/2023

The Other Autism has been nominated for the Podcast Awards in the People's Choice and Education categories.

Please vote before the deadline of July 31! It only takes a few minutes to sign up, then you're taken to the nominations page.

Use the dropdowns to select "The Other Autism" in the Education and People's Choice categories.

PodcastAwards is cool

16/07/2023

In the latest episode of The Other Autism podcast, Melissa Elaine, a California-based music industry professional, shares the lead-up to getting an autism diagnosis just this past January and what life has been like ever since.

Listen on Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13230156

14/07/2023

Season 3 started off answering a listener question: I've heard that autistics are more likely to be non-monogamous than non-autistics. Is that true?

Have a listen! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/13177914

14/07/2023

Our most popular episode so far is "Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or Autistic?" If you haven't listened to it yet, be sure to check it out! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/11506279

Listen on Buzzsprout or wherever you get your podcasts. 💜

Dr. Elaine Aron and her husband coined the term highly sensitive person (HSP) in the 1990s. Since then, her books and online content on the subject have become widely read and discussed. I'm not the first to see an overlap between the HSP trait an...

13/07/2023

The Other Autism podcast is brand new to Facebook! This podcast explores late-diagnosed autism and the latest in autism research, and dispels myths and stereotypes about autism and autistic people.

Episodes cover leading topics in the neurodiversity space and feature interviews with late-diagnosed autistic folks and autistic professionals.

Join us! Listen now at Buzzsprout or wherever you listen to podcasts!

The Other Autism explores late-diagnosed autism and the latest in autism research, and dispels myths and stereotypes about autism and autistic people. Episodes cover leading topics in the neurodiversity space and feature interviews with late-diagn...