Why Autism Girls Do This One Odd Thing (INTER...

Podcast Show NotesIn this episode, we’re talking about autism social anxiety and why it can feel so intense, exhausting, and frustrating.If you’re autistic, social situations can feel unpredictable. You might worry about saying the wrong thing, missing social cues, or feeling jud ...  Show more

Podcast Show NotesIn this episode, we’re talking about how to survive social events when you’re autistic and sensitive to noise, crowds, and unpredictable environments.Social events can be exciting, but they can also be exhausting. Loud music, bright lights, unfamiliar people, an ...  Show more

What is autism? Why are autistic women and girls less likely to receive a diagnosis? And what does the science really say about the underlying causes of autism? In this episode of How We’re Wired, join evolutionary anthropologist Dr Anna Machin as she explores autism, from the st ...  Show more

A talk with Barry Prizant (barryprizant.com), author of the influential book Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism, and co-host of the Uniquely Human podcast. The focus is on understanding the experiences and behaviors of autistic people. Topics discussed include: unde ...  Show more

I talk to Barry Prizant, author of the popular book "Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism," about the often misunderstood world of autism. We explore the idea that many so-called “autistic behaviors” are actually meaningful responses to stress, overwhelm, or attempts ...  Show more

Has our understanding of autism changed how we treat and diagnose the disorder?

According to the CDC, one in thirty-six children in the US have autism. Unlike many other medical conditions, the diagnosis of autism is done based purely on behavior. That ignores the enviro ...