Autistic Burnout vs. Depression
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Hi, Iβm Taylor. I'm a late-diagnosed autistic mom, creator, and educator learning how to live more gently while getting to know my neurodivergent brain. I found out I was autistic at 31, and suddenly many of my repeated struggles made sense. That relief and clarity is something I wish I could give to anyone who has been wondering why life feels different for you. This channel is where we work through shame, drop the mask, and connect with people who understand how overwhelming this process can be. Whether youβre late-diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or still exploring, youβre welcome here exactly as you are. π₯ βοΈ New videos premiere most Wednesdays at 2 PM CT. If youβre wanting more of that feeling of being seen, my Connection Groups are a space for honest conversation and genuine support (links below). Iβm not a doctor, just a human sharing lived experience. Please talk with your healthcare provider before making medical decisions based on anything you see here.
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Many autistic individuals have been treated for depression when really what they were experiencing was an autistic burnout. This video explores the similarities and differences between the two, and how this knowledge can improve your quality of life as someone on the autism spectrum. TW: Brief mention of suicide around the 10:00 mark DISCLAIMER: Taylor Heaton is not a licensed medical provider and nothing in this video constitutes medical advice. Please seek qualified medical care before making any changes to your healthcare routine. ππ€ π₯± Manta Weighted Sleep Mask (affiliate link): http://bit.ly/3n3l64I (use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) π π» FEATURED INFOGRAPHIC: https://www.momonthespectrum.life/depression-vs-autistic-burnout π₯³π RESOURCES ππ π» π ONLINE COURSE How to Unmask https://www.momonthespectrum.life/how-to-unmask π Meltdown Survival Guide: https://www.momonthespectrum.life/meltdownsurvivalguide π FREE Big Autistic Resource Guide (BARG): https://taylorheaton.gumroad.com/l/barg π₯ Mom on the Spectrum website: https://www.momonthespectrum.life More Mom on the Spectrum Videos: https://www.youtube.com/momonthespectrum The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. (book - affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3Pu9WCs What is Depression? (article): https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression The Difference Between Autistic Burnout and Depression (article): https://studentlife.lincoln.ac.uk/2021/05/18/the-difference-between-autistic-burnout-and-depression/#:~:text=In%20a%20nutshell%2C%20depression%20treatment,order%20to%20ride%20it%20out. Autistic Burnout vs. Depression (article): https://neurodivergentinsights.com/misdiagnosis-monday/autistic-burnout-vs-depression Asperger Experts community: https://www.aspergerexperts.com/community β€οΈ π§‘ π MY FAVORITE THINGS π π π ONO Fidget Roller (affiliate link): http://bit.ly/3xLZnQY (use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) Flare Earbuds for Sensory Overwhelm (affiliate link): https://www.flareaudio.com/momonthespectrum Manta Weighted Sleep Mask (affiliate link): https://mantasleep.pxf.io/momonthespectrum (use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) πβοΈ FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA π€ πΆ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_heaton_ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylor_heaton_ π¬ BUSINESS ADDRESS: Taylor Heaton 8901 Tehama Ridge Parkway, Suite 127 PMB 680 Fort Worth, TX 76177 π§ Business inquiries: [email protected] ππ» FREE ππ» WAYS TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT π¦Ύ π₯ SUBSCRIBE to the channel π§ LIKE the videos that are helpful to you π¨ COMMENT in the comment section π© Click the βbellβ to be notified when I release new videos π Thank you immensely to those of you who have already donated, been active on the channel, and/or purchased the Meltdown Survival Guide. β° TIMESTAMPS β³ 2:32 Similarities 5:19 Depression column 12:12 Meltdown column 16:09 Why knowing the difference matters 17:00 Outside support 17:43 My Manta sleep mask! (affiliate product http://bit.ly/3n3l64I use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) DISCLAIMER: Taylor Heaton is not a licensed psychologist or specialist healthcare professional. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. Please note that Taylor canβt take any responsibility for the results of your actions, nor any harm or damage you suffer as a result of the use, or non-use of the information available through her website, YouTube Channel, or social media accounts. Please use judgment and conduct due diligence before taking any action or implementing any plan or practice suggested or recommended by Taylor Heaton or Mom on the Spectrum. Please note that Taylor doesn't make any guarantees about the results of the information you may apply from her website, YouTube channel, and/or social media accounts. Taylor shares educational and informational resources that are intended to help you succeed in navigating life as an autistic adult. You nevertheless need to know that your outcome will be the result of your own efforts, your particular situation, and innumerable other circumstances beyond Taylor's knowledge and control. Taylor is an Amazon affiliate and may receive commissions on qualifying purchases from affiliate links. Taylor is a Flare affiliate and may receive commissions on qualifying purchases from Flare links. πΏπΏπΏπΏπΏ You are a beautiful person worthy of love! #actuallyautistic #momonthespectrum #autisticadult
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