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The Chronic CoupleS1 E8 - Neurodivergent Neuropsychologist Amaris Avellan Part 2Recorded 6-06-20: You don’t want to miss this one! We had so much fun talking with our friend, Amaris Avellan (@ultraviolet_spectrum, @reg), that we had to make this one a two-parter!
On the long awaited part 2, we talk about how Amaris felt when a family member questioned her autism diagnosis, what Alexthymia feels like, being an autistic mom of three children, Amaris’s relationship with her Dad, autistic “superpowers”, energy work, what it’s like running an autistic advocacy account and so much more!
Amaris also shares some compelling and personal stories about what it’s li...
2022-09-012h 03
The Chronic CoupleS1 E7 - The Couple Behind Mobility DesignedRecorded on 09/16/2020- We had a great time speaking with Max and Liliana Younger of Mobility Designed. Topics of our interview included everything from how Mobility Designed got started to personal questions like, what it’s like working with your significant other? We also discussed how the crutches are made, the company’s plans for the future, and some of their favorite user stories.
They share with us the struggles of what it’s like being an entrepreneur during COVID times and the valuable things people with disabilities and invisible illnesses have taught them. Brandy also shares firsthand experience using their...
2020-11-1140 min
The Chronic CoupleS1 E6 - Neurodivergent Neuropsychologist Amaris Avellan Part1Recorded 06-06-20 We had so much fun talking with our friend, Amaris, that we had to make this one a two-parter! On part one, we discuss Amaris's late ADHD/autism/non-verbal learning disorder diagnosis, life as a neuro-psych grad student pursuing a Ph.D., her time in the Navy, family, relationships, and what it was like being an ABA therapist while discovering her own autism diagnosis. We also go into the pressures of being gifted at a young young age and how that affected her life and academic career. Amaris also shares some compelling and personal stories about wha...
2020-10-031h 08
The Chronic CoupleS1 E5 - Online relationships on the Spectrum Q&A with Dr EmilyRecorded 06-30-2020, We’re doing a Q&A with Dr. Emily Rothman on this episode with questions submitted by autistic adults. Emily is a Professor at the Boston University School of Public Health. She has been a dating and sexual violence researcher for more than 20 years. Before becoming a researcher, she worked as a counselor at a program for domestic violence offenders and worked at a domestic violence shelter. She currently has several federal research grants to study healthy relationships for autistic young adults. Emily was also a TEDMED speaker helping teens learn about consent and respect.
Matt and I...
2020-08-121h 09
The Chronic CoupleS1 E4 - Autism Activist Thomas Henley of AspergersGrowthRecorded on 04/28/2020 - Thomas Henley from Aspergers Growth YouTube Channel and Thoughty-Auti Podcast is on this episode. We’re discussing all the details and behind the scenes of his new documentary, “Aspergers in Society.” We also talk about Thomases' early diagnosis at 10, his taekwondo commonwealth gold medal championship, working in Thailand researching mosquitoes and backpacking around Southeast Asia. Thomas discusses details of his fictional novel, "Blackbird" that he’s currently writing, and we talk a little bit about the struggles of having mental illness and being an autism activist.
Documentary “Aspergers In Society” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLpcPOSFfNE
Aspergers Gro...
2020-06-241h 38
The Chronic CoupleS1 E3 - EDS and Cannabis (Joints for your Joints) with Sarah SchwefelWe had a great discussion with Sarah Schwefel (@rising_zebra) about living with Ehlers Danlos and pain management with medical cannabis. We discuss her 1800 mile move from Wisconsin to Las Vegas, Nevada for access to medical cannabis and dry climate for pain control. Topics on Cannabis were, the use of cannabis topically for joint pain, making edibles, Rick Simpson Oil, the medicinal benefits of the addition of terpenes and CBD, and how cannabis has given her back her life. We also touch on the struggles of applying for disability, Sarah being diagnosed with EDS at 4 years old, the impact...
2020-04-281h 01
The Chronic CoupleS1 E2 - I think I’m autistic, what now?Today we’re chatting with our friend Michael, who is seeking an autism diagnosis as an adult. We discuss the struggles of living the majority of our lives feeling different and not knowing why, the challenges of seeking a professional that will work with an adult, chronic illness and comorbid conditions and some of the things that led Michael to the realization that he could be on the spectrum. As newly diagnosed autistics ourselves, we share our experiences, advice and the pros and cons of getting an official diagnosis.
Michael’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user...
2020-04-191h 33
The Chronic CoupleThe Chronic Couple - Intro TrailerWe’re Matt and Brandy, an autistic couple over-sharing life on the spectrum and living with chronic illness. He is an IT Engineer and has POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia) and she is a professional vocalist and has MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome). In 2019 we were both diagnosed with a rare connective tissue disorder called Hyper-Mobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. We share tips, candid stories, and our unfiltered perspective on everything from relationships to maintaining a career when you’re autistic and chronically ill.
2020-02-1100 minThe Chronic CoupleS1 E1 - A little bit about us!On our first episode we’re telling you a little bit about ourselves, why we wanted to start a podcast and a few personal stories about what it’s like finding out you’re both autistic later in life and trying to navigate the same chronic illnesses, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTS and MCAS. Hopefully you’ll enjoy our point of view and hear something you can relate to.
2020-02-101h 08