Content warning: Mentions of suicidality

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In this very vulnerable episode , Scott and I talk about his autism diagnosis and what it’s meant for his mental health.

He shares how validating a diagnosis can be, the real-world challenges of navigating work with ADHD and autism, and why clear communication and context matter so much in relationships.

Scott opens up about sensory management, emotional highs and lows, and why we’re sharing our story—to help someone else feel less alone.

We acknowledge that formal assessment access is unequal—self-diagnosis is valid, and your lived experience matters.

If you’re in the U.S. and need support, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). If outside the U.S., please reach out to your local crisis line or someone you trust.

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