Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Podcast

Do autistic people really prefer to be alone, or is that another common misconception about autism? Join psychologist Christopher Quarto for the fourth episode of the Autism Myth Courtroom series on the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast. Dr. Quarto explores why many autistic adults spend more time in solitude, examines the important difference between choosing to be alone and needing...

Is autism really a childhood disorder, or is that one of the most common misconceptions about autism? Join psychologist Christopher Quarto for the third episode of the Autism Myth Courtroom series on the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast. Dr. Quarto examines why autism has historically been viewed as a condition affecting children, how that belief developed, and why many autistic adul...

Join psychologist Christopher Quarto, Ph. D. for the second installment of the “Autism Myth Courtroom” series on the “Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast. Dr. Quarto examines the common belief that autism has become so widespread that it must be overdiagnosed and explores why autism diagnoses have increased dramatically in recent decades. Along the way, he discusses how our understandi...

Do autistic people really lack empathy, or is this one of the most misunderstood aspects of autism? Join psychologist Christopher Quarto, Ph. D. for the first episode of the new “Autism Myth Courtroom” series on the “Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast. Dr. Quarto examines where the myth that autistic people lack empathy came from, why it persists, and what autistic adults frequently d...

Join psychologists Rebecca Martinez, Ph. D. and Christopher Quarto, Ph. D. on this episode of the “Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast for a behind-the-scenes look at the autism evaluation process and the factors psychologists consider when determining whether someone may be autistic. They discuss topics such as masking, patterns that emerge during assessments, and what newly diagnose...

On this episode of the “Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast, Dr. Quarto poses a question that lingers in the minds of many folks who self-identify as autistic: “What if I get evaluated and find out I’m not autistic?” Find out the answer to that question on this episode of the podcast! The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licens...

On this episode of the “Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast, Dr. Quarto explores how autistic adults experience romance, intimacy, and sexuality through a neuroaffirming lens, offering research-backed insights and practical strategies for building emotionally safe, authentic relationships. The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a l...

Have you ever felt like an imposter as an autistic person – even after you were diagnosed?  If so, this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast is for you! Dr. Quarto discusses why this happens and what you can do if you struggle with self-doubt regarding your autistic identity.  And if this episode speaks to you, check out Dr. Quarto’s NEW online course: Unmasked: Living Au...

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Should you tell people you’re autistic or keep your diagnosis private? For many autistic adults, disclosure is one of the hardest decisions after diagnosis. It can bring relief, connection, and freedom… or confusion and disappointment. On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast, Dr. Quarto talks about why disclosure is such an emotionally charged decision and how it con...

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: U...

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 podc...

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 Sp...

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 t...

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 d...

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 ele...

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 nex...

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. Q...

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. Quart...

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 Spectr...

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...

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 Mica...

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 * Her...

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-D...

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...