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We explore one of autism's most misunderstood phenomena: skill regression and autistic burnout in late-diagnosed adults. Clinical psychologist Lic. Irma Lira shares her expertise and personal journey of discovering her autism in adulthood.

Key Topics:

• Warning signs that lead to late autism diagnosis
• Autistic burnout vs. general exhaustion
• Skill regression: When abilities temporarily disappear
• Identity reconstruction after diagnosis
• Why self-diagnosis is a valid starting point

Why This Matters: Research shows late-diagnosed individuals—especially women and people of color—face massive gaps in understanding and support. Many experience "autistic burnout": physical, emotional, and cognitive exhaustion that can temporarily erase skills once taken for granted.

About Our Guest: Lic. Irma Lira brings a dual perspective as both a clinical psychologist and a late-diagnosed autistic woman. Her insights bridge professional knowledge with lived experience.

Connect with Irma:

• APROSAME: aprosame.com
• Instagram: @malobkuxtal

Key Takeaways: Your experience is valid. Late diagnosis can be healing. Regression isn't permanent. Community and self-care are fundamental for recovery.

Resources: Full transcripts in English/Spanish, research citations, and additional support resources at neurorebelpodcast.com

Contact: neurorebelpodcast@gmail.com

NeuroRebel: Where we challenge narratives, embrace complexity, and celebrate authentic neurodivergence.

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Thank you for listening to Neuro Rebel — the bilingual podcast where we flip the script on what it means to think differently. I’m your host, Anita: autistic, gifted, and a retired law professor on a mission to bring rigor, empathy, and a dash of rebellion to conversations about neurodiversity.

🔍 What we do:
Each week, we blend evidence-based deep dives, solo reflections, and candid interviews with researchers and lived-experience experts. Expect English ↔ Español segments, sharp wit, real stories and actionable insights you can share with friends, colleagues, and classrooms.

🎧 Stay connected:
• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, or wherever you listen.
• 📲 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @neurorebelpodcast for bonus clips, show notes, and community prompts.
• 💌 Join our mailing list at https://www.neurorebelpodcast.com for episode transcripts, resource guides, and early access to live Q&As.

🤝 Support the show:
If Neuro Rebel sparks new questions, challenges assumptions or simply makes you feel seen, please tell a friend or leave a rating—it means the world. You can also support us directly with a one-time donation or “buy me a coffee” at www.neurorebelpodcast.com/support Your generosity keeps this project fiercely independent, bilingual, and free of corporate agendas.

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🎙️ Acerca de este Episodio

Exploramos la regresión de habilidades en adultos autistas diagnosticados tardíamente. La Lic. Irma Lira, psicóloga clínica y mujer autista, comparte su experiencia profesional y personal sobre burnout autista, enmascaramiento y reconstrucción de identidad.

👩‍⚕️ Nuestra Invitada: Lic. Irma Lira

Psicóloga clínica especializada en neurodivergencia. Diagnosticada autista en adultez, combina rigor clínico con experiencia vivida.

Conecta con Irma:

• APROSAME: aprosame.com
• Instagram: @malobkuxtal

🧠 Temas Principales

• Señales que llevan al diagnóstico tardío
• Burnout autista y regresión temporal de habilidades
• Reconstrucción de identidad post-diagnóstico
• Validación del autodiagnóstico como proceso legítimo

💭 Reflexiones Clave

Tu experiencia es válida. El diagnóstico tardío puede ser sanador. La regresión no es permanente. La comunidad y el autocuidado son fundamentales para la recuperación.

🎧 Conecta con NeuroRebel

• Web: www.neurorebelpodcast.com
• Email: neurorebelpodcast@gmail.com

NeuroRebel: El podcast bilingüe de la neurodiversidad informada. Donde desafiamos narrativas, abrazamos la complejidad, celebramos la neurodivergencia auténtica.

Support the show

Thank you for listening to Neuro Rebel — the bilingual podcast where we flip the script on what it means to think differently. I’m your host, Anita: autistic, gifted, and a retired law professor on a mission to bring rigor, empathy, and a dash of rebellion to conversations about neurodiversity.

🔍 What we do:
Each week, we blend evidence-based deep dives, solo reflections, and candid interviews with researchers and lived-experience experts. Expect English ↔ Español segments, sharp wit, real stories and actionable insights you can share with friends, colleagues, and classrooms.

🎧 Stay connected:
• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, or wherever you listen.
• 📲 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @neurorebelpodcast for bonus clips, show notes, and community prompts.
• 💌 Join our mailing list at https://www.neurorebelpodcast.com for episode transcripts, resource guides, and early access to live Q&As.

🤝 Support the show:
If Neuro Rebel sparks new questions, challenges assumptions or simply makes you feel seen, please tell a friend or leave a rating—it means the world. You can also support us directly with a one-time donation or “buy me a coffee” at www.neurorebelpodcast.com/support Your generosity keeps this project fiercely independent, bilingual, and free of corporate agendas.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
Opinions expressed here are mine alone and do not constitute professional...

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¿Qué sucede cuando 11 mil millones de vistas en TikTok transforman la forma en que millones comprenden sus propias mentes? En este episodio revelador, exploramos el fenómeno sin precedentes del autodiagnóstico de autismo a través de las redes sociales.

Acompáñanos mientras desentrañamos:

Por qué solo el 27% del contenido viral sobre autismo es preciso, pero aún así está cambiando vidas

• Cómo los algoritmos crean cámaras de eco que pueden tanto validar como desorientar
• Las barreras sistémicas que convierten el diagnóstico formal en un privilegio inalcanzable para muchos
• Por qué la comunidad autista abraza el autodiagnóstico como acto de resistencia

Este es un episodio el acto colectivo de autorreconocimiento más grande en la historia humana, sucediendo ahora mismo, un scroll a la vez; No Solo TikTok

🧠 El Fenómeno Global: Con 11 mil millones de vistas en el hashtag de autismo en TikTok, estamos presenciando una revolución en la comprensión de la neurodivergencia

📊 La Paradoja de la Precisión: Solo el 27% de los videos virales contienen información precisa, pero están llenando un vacío dejado por sistemas de salud inaccesibles

💰 El Desierto Diagnóstico: En EE.UU., una evaluación cuesta $3,000-$5,000 con esperas de 6-18 meses. En México, solo el 13% de centros de salud tienen personal capacitado

🌎 Barreras Culturales: Los niños latinos son diagnosticados 2.5 años más tarde que los blancos. Las herramientas diagnósticas siguen calibradas para poblaciones anglosajonas

🤖 El Poder del Algoritmo: Los algoritmos detectan patrones de visualización que revelan neurodivergencia antes de que las personas sean conscientes de ella

Support the show

Thank you for listening to Neuro Rebel — the bilingual podcast where we flip the script on what it means to think differently. I’m your host, Anita: autistic, gifted, and a retired law professor on a mission to bring rigor, empathy, and a dash of rebellion to conversations about neurodiversity.

🔍 What we do:
Each week, we blend evidence-based deep dives, solo reflections, and candid interviews with researchers and lived-experience experts. Expect English ↔ Español segments, sharp wit, real stories and actionable insights you can share with friends, colleagues, and classrooms.

🎧 Stay connected:
• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, or wherever you listen.
• 📲 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @neurorebelpodcast for bonus clips, show notes, and community prompts.
• 💌 Join our mailing list at https://www.neurorebelpodcast.com for episode transcripts, resource guides, and early access to live Q&As.

🤝 Support the show:
If Neuro Rebel sparks new questions, challenges assumptions or simply makes you feel seen, please tell a friend or leave a rating—it means the world. You can also support us directly with a one-time donation or “buy me a coffee” at www.neurorebelpodcast.com/support Your generosity keeps this project fiercely independent, bilingual, and free of corporate agendas.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
Opinions expressed here are mine alone and do not constitute professional...