The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who specializes in evaluating adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who identify as autistic) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
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Episode 37 - The Hidden Costs of Masking: 15 Reasons Autistic Adults Don’t Unmask (00:23:47)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto reviews the results of an informal survey in which autistic adults were asked to specify what prevents them from taking off their “mask” as an autistic person. Listen now and take one step closer to understanding your authentic self. And if this episode speaks to you, check out Dr. Quarto’s upcoming online course: Unmasked: Living Authentically as an Autistic Adult.
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? It’s getting closer to being done!! The title of the course is “Unmasked: Living Authentically as an Autistic Adult” and while it's designed for newly diagnosed autistic folks (i.e., diagnosed within the past few years) any autistic person will benefit from the content and experiences. Shoot Dr. Quarto an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025 or early winter 2026: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 36 - Autism and Depression: Why So Many of Us Feel This Way — and What Helps (00:24:03)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto discusses how often depression occurs among autistic adults, factors that contribute to depression (and what keeps it going) and practical ways to deal with it. Listen and find out things that you might not have known about this all too common mental health condition!
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? It’s getting closer to being done!! The title of the course is “Unmasked: Living Authentically as an Autistic Adult” and while it's designed for newly diagnosed autistic folks any autistic person will benefit from the content and experiences. Shoot Dr. Quarto an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025 or early winter 2026: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto discusses the prevalence of anxiety among autistic adults, past experiences that set the stage for the development of anxiety, what “fuels” it, and practical strategies to cope with it. Listen and find out things that you might not have known about this all too common mental health condition!
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? It’s getting closer to being done!! If so, send him an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 34 - Pets and the Autistic Experience (00:24:25)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto talks about how pets help autistic people based on research and what autistic people have expressed about them on Facebook group discussion posts. In addition, he touches on how the Anchor Framework can be used in conjunction with pets to help deal with emotional overwhelm, procrastination and socializing. Listen to this podcast episode to find out if it aligns with your experiences with pets!
Join Dr. Quarto’s Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder Community: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Facebook community by clicking on this link: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CTRjFsdK9/
Once you log on to the Facebook group scroll down until you find the picture of the cute kitten and answer the question, “What kind of pet do you have and how do they help you in life?” Also, post a pic of your pet!
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? If so, send him an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 33 - Autism and Addiction (00:48:14)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Darren Frye, an autistic person, discusses his struggles with addiction and ideas as to how autistic people who struggle with addiction can help themselves. Listen to this podcast episode and learn more about how addiction is a formidable enemy, but one that is defeatable with ongoing effort.
Here are some resources that are discussed in the podcast episode and some additional resources:
Smart Recovery - https://smartrecovery.org/
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://www.aa.org/
Check Your Drinking - https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/checkyourdrinking/index.html
Narcotics Anonymous - https://na.org/
Can Autism Affect Substance Use or Misuse? - https://www.healthline.com/health/autism/autism-and-addiction#takeaway
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? If so, send him an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 32 - Creating an Identity as an Autistic Adolescent (00:25:03)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Jennifer Gerlach, LCSW, discusses the challenges of forming an identity as an autistic adolescent, how masking figures into this equation, and factors that assist these adolescents in developing their identities including special interests. Listen to this podcast episode and learn more about how identity formation is a key element that helps autistic teens launch into adulthood.
Find out more about Jennifer Gerlach by visiting her website: https://truestorycounseling.com/
Click here to access the blog post written by Jennifer, “Autism, Adolescence, and the Creation of an Identity:” https://tinyurl.com/3ura4634
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? If so, send him an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025: chris@chrisquarto.com
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 31 - Living With a Parent As A Young Adult Autistic Person (00:33:02)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Jeffery Bernstein, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist discusses the challenges of parenting a young adult autistic child who lives in the home and what it’s like for the autistic person as they navigate forward into adulthood. Listen to this podcast episode and find out how both parent and child can successfully move into this next phase of life.
* Find out more about Dr. Bernstein by visiting his website: https://www.drjeffonline.com/
* Click here to access the blog post written by Dr. Bernstein, “The Three Challenges for Parents of Adult Children With Autism:” https://tinyurl.com/4amkxstn
* The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
* Your uniqueness is AWESOME!!
Episode 30 - The Anchor Framework for Autism: Part III (00:15:07)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto puts on his “teacher hat” to help you learn and develop skills that comprise the four parts of the Anchor Framework. If you like hands-on learning experiences then this episode is for you! You can get a detailed description of the Framework (including how to use it) and other practical tools by signing up for Dr. Quarto’s newsletter – “A Spectrum of Uniqueness.” Click here to subscribe:
https://chrisquarto.aweb.page/p/516adbd6-3b3f-4362-bd6c-795a51895bc5
Click here to access a picture of the Anchor Framework that you can download and save as wallpaper on your phone, print and place somewhere in your home, car or elsewhere or anything else you want to do with it:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NBEEm_5bhIw-72QlrSLvZDRbXV0xqFKN/view?usp=drive_link
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 29 - The Anchor Framework for Autism: Part II (00:09:45)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto addresses challenges you may experience when using the “Anchor Framework” – a 4-step process to help you “anchor down” when autism rocks your boat – and what you can do to address them. You can get a detailed description of the Framework (including how-to use it) and other practical tools by signing up for Dr. Quarto’s newsletter – “A Spectrum of Uniqueness.” Click here to subscribe:
https://chrisquarto.aweb.page/p/516adbd6-3b3f-4362-bd6c-795a51895bc5
Click here to access a picture of the Anchor Framework that you can download and save as wallpaper on your phone, print and place somewhere in your home, car or elsewhere or anything else you want to do with it:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NBEEm_5bhIw-72QlrSLvZDRbXV0xqFKN/view?usp=drive_link
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 28 - The Anchor Framework For Autism (00:05:19)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto provides an overview of the “Anchor Framework” – a 4-step process to help you “anchor down” when autism rocks your boat. Shoot Dr. Quarto an e-mail if you’d like a more detailed description of the Framework in written form, which includes some cool-looking graphics: chris@chrisquarto.com
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 27 - Emotional Regulation and Autism (00:49:18)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Marcia Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating autistic individuals discusses why emotional regulation is essential for psychological health and strategies autistic people can use to regulate their emotions. Listen to this podcast episode and find out if there’s a tool you can place in your “emotion regulation tool belt!”
Find out more about Dr. Eckerd by visiting her website: https://www.marciaeckerd.com/
Click here to access the blog post written by Dr. Eckerd, “Emotional Regulation Techniques for Autistic Individuals:” https://www.marciaeckerd.com/post/emotional-regulation-techniques-for-autistic-individuals
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
NEW ONLINE AUTISM COURSE!! Contact Dr. Quarto if you have been diagnosed with autism within the past couple of years and would like to complete the draft version of his online course for FREE. The course is designed for newly diagnosed autistic folks and addresses topics such as masking, emotional exhaustion and autistic burnout, how to tell people that you’re autistic and how to navigate those relationships and putting together the pieces of your autistic identity. Dr. Quarto is seeking feedback regarding pros and cons of the course for revision purposes. It's GREAT content and it's yours for FREE! The first five people to contact Dr. Quarto will be eligible to complete and review the course. chris@chrisquarto.com
Episode 26 - Autism as a College Student (00:23:06)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Micah Barga discusses his experiences attending college as an autistic person including social challenges, managing sensory overload and positive happenings. Listen to this podcast episode and discover what college might mean for you or – if you’ve attended college - if Micah’s experiences match yours!
Here is the link to Micah’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MicahBarga
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 25 - What Does Stimming Do For You? (00:22:29)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Savannah (“Sav”) Oxenham discusses ways that she (and others) stim, how it helps her and how people react to her when she stims. Listen to this podcast episode and discover what stimming has to offer you!
* Here is the link to Sav’s book: Amazon.com: Smiling Through Recovery: 9781514187111: Lloyd, Savannah-Alicia: Books
* Here is the link to Sav’s blog: Saving Savannah – Relapse is torture. Recovery is beautiful. Battling with both is hell.
* Here is the link to Sav’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0oM2ZMtVveUgpkCBxOstw
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 24 - Autism and Self-Discovery (00:37:50)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Sol Smith discusses what he has discovered about himself as a late-diagnosed autistic person and how adults can go about their own self-discovery journeys. He also discusses his newly published book, “The Autistic’s Guide to Self-Discovery: Flourishing as a Neurodivergent Adult” (https://www.amazon.com/Autistics-Guide-Self-Discovery-Flourishing-Neurodivergent/dp/1608689980/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1P663TVRRWTGM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.T0d24u2T2I2UYrol-TX4-pqETBrWED2JZOjg0qjDJTrPfROhypCbgD54mllV9kwmIb0w9VXbuyzdjK0ROh3Fv9CtoB6oD_Bg6K-GRhzBWrI.5DHQDcgUtl0X4hDiINztVrSzrfvLEDbBxZUPXWwgl-Y&dib_tag=se&keywords=sol+smith+the+autistic%27s+guide+to+self-discovery&qid=1745056224&sprefix=sol+smith+self+di%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1).
Sol is the founder of Square Peg Coaching and Consulting (https://www.professorsol.com/).
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 23 - Autism and Loneliness (00:24:14)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Arielle Rahal discusses autism and loneliness based in part on views expressed in her blog post, “Getting Honest about Autism and Loneliness: Navigating Friendships in 2024” (https://neurospicynonsense.com/autism-and-loneliness-navigating-friendships/). Topics include why it is difficult for some autistic folks to establish and maintain friendships and how loneliness is an inevitable outcome of those difficulties. Methods of coping with loneliness and Arielle’s “words of wisdom” complete this episode.
Check out Arielle’s blog, Neurospicy Nonsense: https://neurospicynonsense.com/
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 22 - Special Episode: Flowmosaic (00:38:14)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Dr. Quarto’s son, Luke, joins him to discuss his recently self-published book (which is really an art collection of sorts) “Flowmosaic.” Luke discusses the inspiration for the book and thoughts behind his writings and drawings. Sample pages from the book are discussed which provides for an interesting listen (and even better watch on Dr. Quarto’s YouTube channel) for sure.
If you’d like to check out some sample pages from the Flowmosaic book click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SkOSpQMTRcicEUDTl0p7HBJGrxbpCa0w/view?usp=sharing
The Flowmosaic book may be purchased on the Lulu Bookstore website: https://www.lulu.com/search?srsltid=AfmBOorIonVr3hlSFnd7E6bmOdnKmJrNmplwqL0DR-fq7ikuFR7Ps4nD&page=1&sortBy=RELEVANCE&q=flowmosaic&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00
The Flowmosaic Guided Prompt Journal will soon be available for free as an e-publication to anyone who purchases Flowmoasic. The journal provides Dr. Quarto’s take as a psychologist on select pages of the Flowmosaic book and includes journal prompts for readers to answer in an effort to improve their self-awareness and mental health. Contact Dr. Quarto with proof of purchase of the Flowmosaic book and he will send you a link to the e-book. (chris@chrisquarto.com)
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients NATIONWIDE! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 21 - Interoception & Self-Regulation in Adult Autism (00:17:42)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Christopher Quarto discusses interoception – a fancy way of saying the sense/awareness of your body’s internal signals. This sensory mechanism plays an important role in feeling regulated or dysregulated. Being able to develop a keener awareness of what signals your body is sending you as well as when they’re being sent and what they mean is key to maintaining a regulated state of being. Join Dr. Quarto on this solo episode and make sure and get his free worksheet below that will help you identify body sensations and what they might mean.
Common Body Sensations & Possible Meanings worksheet - https://drive.google.com/file/d/16c5zd1v1yZP7nZNA7nbDIeRTka2dq8tV/view?usp=sharing
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients NATIONWIDE! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 20 - Small Talk (00:34:27)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Rachel Guttentag, a community autism peer specialist, discusses the nature of small talk, how it can be helpful and ways autistic folks can engage in small talk as way to establish and enhance relationships.
Check out Rachel’s blog post, “The Autistic Guide to Small Talk:” https://autismspectrumnews.org/the-autistic-guide-to-small-talk/
Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelguttentag/
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients NATIONWIDE! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 19 - Autism + ADHD: What is it Like to Deal With Both Things? (00:34:10)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast two people who have been diagnosed with autism and ADHD discuss when they were diagnosed, how it has impacted them day-in and day-out and what some of the challenges as well as the positives are about these things.
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients NATIONWIDE! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Christopher Quarto discusses communication challenges among neurotypical and autistic people and ways they can improve their interactions and strengthen their relationships.
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Diane Gould, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder & Executive Director of PDA North America, discusses an issue that impacts some autistic folks – Pathological Demand Avoidance – and how they can deal with this to experience more satisfying lives. Find out more about Diane and her organization here: https://pdanorthamerica.org/ Also, check out the book she co-authored with Ruth Fidler – Navigating PDA in America - here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1839972742?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_832ECT9B7BV1TW7147JG&skipTwisterOG=1
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 16 - Social Skills & Dating in the Autism World (00:31:05)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Mandy Staehler, MBA, MA-SPED discusses the importance of social skills and how they figure into the dating scene for autistic adults. Mandy is a PEERS-certified relationship coach and owner of Dating with Autism in Denver, Colorado (https://www.datingwithautism.com/). (PEERS® for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated adults over 20 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships.)
You can contact Mandy here if you have questions about her programs: mandy@datingwithautism.com
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Katie Oswald, Sarah Knutson and Laura Lewis discuss the nature of autistic meltdowns and burnout. Katie is the executive director at Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults in Ypsilanti, Michigan (https://fullspectrumasd.org/). Sarah is a community advisory board member for All Brains Belong VT in Montpelier, Vermont (https://allbrainsbelong.org/). Katie and Sarah are autistic and members of their respective autism communities. Laura Lewis, Ph.D., RN is an associate professor of nursing at the University of Vermont and has written extensively on various aspects of autism (https://www.uvm.edu/cnhs/nursing/profiles/laura_foran_lewis_phd).
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
Episode 14 - Work Experiences and Challenges of Two Autistic Women (00:31:15)
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast two autistic folks, Liz & Tabatha, discuss their early work experiences, finding their places in the work force and positives and negatives of their work roles.
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
On this episode of the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Casey Davis, adult program director, and Jessica Moore, executive director at Autism Tennessee discuss how their organization advocates for and supports adult autistic folks across Tennessee and beyond. Find out more about Autism Tennessee here: https://autismtennessee.wildapricot.org/ or contact Casey at casey@autismtn.org to find out how you can get involved.
The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome!
* https://chrisquarto.com/
Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X
* Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd
* Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients nationwide. Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/
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