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Kristen Hovet
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Research Communications Manager (interim), BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. Founder and Host, The Other Autism podcast. https://other-autism.buzzsprout.com
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The Trump admin claims they've "found the cause of autism." Today, they're linking rising autism rates to Tylenol use during pregnancy. This isn't backed by science. It's a political move rooted in weak data and fear, not facts!
#ActuallyAutistic #research www.scientificamerican.com/article/does...
Does Tylenol Use during Pregnancy Cause Autism? What the Research Shows
Trump and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. plan to tie Tylenol use during pregnancy and folate deficiencies to rising autism rates—but the evidence is thin
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September 22, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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What happens when a mental health counsellor is diagnosed with autism & ADHD at 47 — after decades of masking & people pleasing?

Rebecca shares her story on The Other Autism podcast.
Watch: youtu.be/fQij7fqWlr0?...

Or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

#ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #Neurodiversity
Navigating Late AuDHD Diagnosis (Level-2 Autism + ADHD)
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August 4, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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In the latest episode of The Other Autism, I talk with @drnachman.bsky.social about the PEACES study, the impacts of masking, internalized ableism, & what success really means for autistic post-secondary students. youtu.be/OvvH2aDypCo?...

#autism #podcast #research #ActuallyAutistic #HigherEd
Dr. Brett Ranon Nachman, an Autistic Researcher Studying Autism in Higher Education
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June 5, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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In this episode, I speak with millie, an #autistic, #ADHD, and #transgender advocate and creator. millie shares their experiences navigating late diagnosis, harm reduction work, and the power of autistic culture in building real community and safety. youtu.be/rmeRr8kw3Ig?...

#podcast #autism
millie: Autistic, Transgender, and Thriving
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April 27, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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I'm honoured to have my writing featured in the latest issue of Magazica magazine. Check out my article: "Three Things You Probably Didn't Know About #Autistic People" magazica.com/three-things...

#autism #neurodiversity
Three Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Autistic People - Magazica | Canada's Health Magazine
Late-diagnosed autism; Identity-first language; Hyper-empathy; Highly sensitive person (HSP); Autistic experience
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April 21, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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New episode! I chat with Odosa Obasuyi, founder of Autinerary, about building better support for #autistic students — sensory spaces, social connection, and community-led change in higher ed.
🎧 Watch or listen: youtu.be/8OSr4fBHJ1g?...

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Tips for Autistic University or College Students
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April 6, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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New episode! Dr. Michael Lenz joins me to talk #autism, fibromyalgia, and why so many neurodivergent folks are dismissed by doctors. Chronic pain is real — even when it's invisible.
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The Link Between Fibromyalgia and Autism
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April 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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In this #podcast episode, I dive into #RejectionSensitiveDysphoria (RSD) and how it shows up in #ADHD and #autism. I explore common triggers and the ways it can impact relationships and self-worth. I also share some therapeutic approaches that might help!
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#neurodiversity
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and Autism
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January 21, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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Tea bags can release millions of plastic particles into your cup during brewing, posing risks to #health and the #environment. Learn more about this concerning discovery and how to choose sustainable alternatives. #Sustainability #PlasticPollution
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Tea bags release millions of plastic particles during brewing
Polymer tea bags release billions of plastic particles during brewing. They interact with intestinal cells, even entering the nuclei.
www.earth.com
December 22, 2024 at 3:53 PM
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Huge win for autism
schnumn.bsky.social Bex Ollerton @schnumn.bsky.social · Dec 18
AUTISM SPEAKS CANADA IS SHUTTING DOWN!!! This is a huge win!!!!!!! Source: their website
Thanks to your generosity, Autism Speaks Canada has been able to deliver critical resources such as the Autism Response Team and My Autism Guide, while also investing nearly $5 million in Community Grants to strengthen access to community-based programs. Together with our partners including SickKids, DNAstack and McGill University we have also made important advances in research and science. Together, we have made strides in understanding autism, improving interventions, and successfully advocating for National Autism Strategy in parliament in 2024. After almost 20 years of dedication to building an inclusive Canada and after much consideration, Autism Speaks Canada will conclude its operations on January 31, 2025. The intentional decision to conclude was not taken lightly and has been weighed against responsible stewardship through and through. To honour donor intent, commitments, mission and values, ASC is proud to have maintained a responsible conclusion to this part of its story. We have, and continue to, advocate for increased funding of autism services, advocacy and research to serve this important and growing population. Looking ahead, Autism Speaks operations in the United States will continue fostering key collaborations with Canadian institutions and other global partners. This ongoing work will build on our shared legacy of impactful research and partnerships, advancing innovative, research-driven solutions to enhance the lives of individuals with autism worldwide. Once again, heartfelt thank you for the meaningful impact you’ve made in so many lives. For more information, on services and resources, please visit autismspeaks.org.
December 18, 2024 at 6:12 PM
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This was The Other Autism podcast's top episode of the year! Did Trauma Cause My Autism?
Listen on Buzzsprout (www.buzzsprout.com/2032294/epis...), Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! #AutismSky #Autism #Podcast #MentalHealth
EP34: Did Trauma Cause My Autism? - The Other Autism
Are my traits or symptoms related to autism? Or are they caused by trauma? This is one of the top questions asked by individuals going through the process of identifying their neurodivergent identity ...
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December 20, 2024 at 4:45 PM
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New research highlights a concerning link between microplastic exposure and #IV therapy. Key changes could reduce microplastic exposure from IVs. 🩺🌍 #Microplastics #Health #Medicine www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/m...
Scientists issue urgent warning after discovering alarming impact of IV treatments: 'Significant public and scientific concern'
Researchers are raising alarm about microplastic exposure in health care, with IV tubing a significant source of contamination.
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December 20, 2024 at 4:38 PM