Are you an adult wondering, "Am I autistic? Or "you are autistic, now what?" I'm, Brett, the AuDHD Boss, here I guide you through what to do if you think you might be autistic. With over 10 years of leadership experience and personal insights as an autistic leader with ADHD, I take a strength-based approach to navigating life and work as a neurodivergent individual and I have a formal diagnosis of ADHD and autism (ASD). Before and after I received my late diagnosis as an adult, these are the resources I use every day to better understand my autism and ADHD.
We’ll cover:
❓Defining autism and understanding its spectrum
❓The validity of self-diagnosis vs. formal diagnosis
❓Recommended resources, including Dr. Megan Neff's website and tools like Embrace Autism
❓Accessible self-assessment tests and books like Unmasking Autism by Dr. Devon Price
❓Workplace accommodations and tools like JAN (Job Accommodation Network)
❓Whether you're self-reflecting or seeking clarity on the diagnosis process, this video offers actionable advice, practical tools, and resources to help you thrive.
****Please note I am not a medical professional and these are suggestions based on my lived experience. This video is for educational purposes only and cannot serve as a tool for diagnosing. None of this video is sponsored. None of these suggestions are sponsored, I just really love them.****
🔗 Helpful Links:
Neurodivergent insights: https://neurodivergentinsights.com
Embrace Autism: https://embrace-autism.com
Job Accommodation Network (JAN): https://askjan.org/disabilities/Autism-Spectrum.cfm?cssearch=6864990_1
Book Recommendations: Unmasking Autism, Self-Care for Autistic People, How to ADHD
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
0:35 What is autism
2:45 What do I do next
2:52 Neurodivergent Insights
5:40 Do I need a formal diagnosis
7:15 What are my strengths and barriers
8:19 Embrace Autism
8:40 Free Self Diagnosis Autism Tests
9:19 Paid Formal Autism Tests
10:15 AuDHD
11:12 Job Accommodations Network
13:15 Books
14:30 Subscribe
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