Autism. Managing mental health is already a daily struggle, but what if you had to do it with the added pressure of a neurodevelopmental disorder? We talk to Matthew Trerise, a support worker who specialises in helping people with behavioural challenges - including autism. Matthew clarifies a few myths about autism/Asperger syndrome and explains how an understanding of the condition relates to wider mental health issues.
Also:
• Andrew's had a tough week, and shares a unique coping strategy.
• Tim gushes about how music - particularly The Beatles - helps him manage his mood.
• Why art is great.
Simpsons references: 0. (We did have two last week, so we're allowed a week off.)
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@emcripples (Twitter)
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1707014319375624/
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Samaritans:
Call 116 123 (UK and ROI)
Befrienders:
CALM – the Campaign Against Living Miserably:
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SHOW NOTES
MUSIC
The Weathermonger - 'Fourier'
The Weathermonger - 'Through The Honeycomb Window'
https://soundcloud.com/theweathermonger
https://open.spotify.com/artist/11QnHi5wotoXtx2O4uF8ny?si=TWAYe_bzS9-q9le35nVFZA
NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY
RED DEAD REDEMPTION 2
https://www.rockstargames.com/reddeadredemption2/
THE WHITE ALBUM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beatles_(album)
