
← Autism Learning Lab Podcast19 Aug · 17 min
Episode 34: When Girls Go Undiagnosed: Autism, Pain, and the Cost of Being Misunderstood
Episode 34: When Girls Go Undiagnosed: Autism, Pain, and the Cost of Being Misunderstood
Chris Blankenship invites therapist Regan Adair to discuss the unique challenges autistic adolescent girls who are often diagnosed later in life face. They explore the impact of chronic pain, sensory differences, shame, and years of being misunderstood. Regan shares how listening deeply, believing clients' lived experiences, and collaborating across disciplines can dramatically improve quality of life. This conversation offers insight and encouragement for parents, clinicians, and autistic gi...