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  • Infantilizing Autism & Never Feeling Your Age
    2025/05/29

    Were you ever treated like a child well into adulthood simply because you're neurodivergent? Or maybe it was the opposite experience of always being told you were "mature" for your age. Either way we probably end up equally as frustrated in the end so let's talk about it.

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    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    45 分
  • Outward Self Expression and Neurodivergence: A Seagull Meme Episode
    2025/05/22

    It’s the first seagull meme episode! Niki kicks us off with a squirrel trail adventure down self-expression lane. There will be detours through her Saturn return, Lord of the Rings makeup, and how she views self-expression in the neurodivergent community.

    Sources

    NONE of the following links are sponsored, and we are not affiliated with the creators or brands in any way.

    Links

    Debunking Beauty Myths- Lab Muffin Beauty Science

    Hair- Abbey Yung Certified Trichologist

    Skin Care- James Welsh, Dr. Sam Ellis

    Makeup- Makeup by Nikki La Rose, Robert Welsh, Kackie Reviews Beauty, Theresa is Dead, Jen Luv, Courtney Quarantine

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    Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com!

    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    1 時間 12 分
  • Neurodivergency in the Media: Syril Karn from Andor
    2025/05/15

    Syril Karn, the unyielding Deputy Inspector for the Preox-Morlana Corporation (Pre-Mor) on Ferrix, from the wildly popular Star Wars franchise Andor, might have a touch of the tism. Let's chat about the characteristics of this complicated character that appeared on our tism-dar.

    Sources

    Links

    Syril and Chief Hyne

    Syril Takes Responsibility for the Incident on Ferrix

    Syril Inspires His Troops

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    Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com!

    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV, these are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.


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    1 時間 10 分
  • Autism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/ PCOS
    2025/05/08

    Is there a correlation between PCOS and Autism? Let's find out!

    Sources

    Websites

    Autism Parenting Magazine Is there a link between PCOS and Autism

    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Autism: A study of the prenatal sex steroid theory

    Autistic traits in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

    PCOS link to ADHD and autism spectrum disorder

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    1 時間 11 分
  • Celebrating Two Years of the NDC Podcast!
    2025/05/04

    It's our second Podiversary! We are super excited to be back after a long break! We have a bit of a new structure to introduce, and we will explain our absence. Thank you for two great years, and here's to season 3!

    Where to find us…

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    Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠

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    Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com!

    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV. These are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    1 時間 12 分
  • Autistic Fatigue and Tornadoes
    2025/04/04

    Ryan Hall Y'all

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    Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠

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    Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com!

    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV, these are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    1 時間 21 分
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    2025/03/20

    Learn along with us about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, an often mischaracterized mental health condition that affects roughly 70 million people worldwide.

    SOURCES

    Videos

    3 Warning Signs You Might Have OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment | Mass General Brigham

    Websites

    OCD Foundation

    Autism vs OCD Infographic

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    Follow Niki on Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠@nikitabonana⁠⁠⁠

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    Have a question? Want to tell us we suck? Send us an email at thendcpodcast@gmail.com!

    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV, these are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    1 時間 12 分
  • When Your Routine Abruptly Changes
    2025/03/13

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    Disclaimer

    Don't listen to a damn word we say. We are not doctors, we don't even play one on TV, these are just our experiences and opinions. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one. The topics discussed here are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure medical conditions.

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    1 時間 23 分