Relationships on the Spectrum

Relationships on the Spectrum

Relationships are hard, especially for folks on the spectrum. In this episode Lorena and Drew discuss some of the challenges they've faced in their lives around creating and maintaining relationships.

Exploration of latest studies about the current research about what causes autism

A recent study is making waves by linking BPA exposure to autism rates specifically in males. Researchers found that boys exposed to higher levels of bisphenol A (BPA) during critical developmental windows show significantly increased autism risk, but girls don't show the same pattern. In this episode we brought Dr Eric Smith to talk to us about this from his very own perspective, along with other current research studies.

Autism in the Workplace

The workplace hasn't evolved to the level that neurodivergent individuals need. What does it look like to work in the same exact space and with the exact same expectations that society holds for everyone? Listen to two different perspectives on how to succeed at work through Drew's and Lorena's years of experience.

Drew's Journey to his Diagnosis

It's Drew's turn as he walks us through memory lane of his early years all the way to his diagnosis and life after that. His stories remain relatable and so deeply personal, in his own very particular way of telling stories.

Lorena's Journey to her Diagnosis

If you've seen Lorena in action, you wouldn't guess the story behind her very well studied interactions. We wanted to open the show with both Drew and Lorena sharing their own personal stories. It's Lorena's turn on this one and she shares all the elements that took her to seek a professional diagnosis.