Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Podcast

Mar 03 2025 22 ep. 26 mins 11
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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 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!

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Episode 22 - Special Episode: Flowmosaic

Mar 03 2025 38 mins  
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 e

Episode 21 - Interoception & Self-Regulation in Adult Autism

Feb 10 2025 17 mins  
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

Episode 20 - Small Talk

Jan 14 2025 34 mins  
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-autisti

Episode 19 - Autism + ADHD: What is it Like to Deal With Both Things?

Dec 16 2024 34 mins  
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 lice

Episode 18 - Neurotypical and Autistic Communication: Challenges & Opportunities

Nov 21 2024 20 mins  
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 Di

Episode 17 - Pathological Demand Avoidance

Oct 18 2024 24 mins  
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:

Episode 16 - Social Skills & Dating in the Autism World

Sep 24 2024 31 mins  
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-base

Episode 15 - Autistic Meltdowns & Burnout

Aug 30 2024 44 mins  
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, Ve

Episode 14 - Work Experiences and Challenges of Two Autistic Women

Jul 20 2024 31 mins  
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 Dis

Episode 13 - Autism Tennessee: Helping Adults Navigate their Autistic Journeys

Jun 10 2024 35 mins  
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@a