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EP #1330: Beyond "LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM" - Neurodiversity, Support Needs, & Social Media with Abby's Mom Christine Romeo

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SummaryIn this episode, Lisa Davis interviews Christine Romeo, a single mom to Abby, who is on the autism spectrum. Christine shares her experience on the television program Love on the Spectrum and how they were selected to be a part of the show. She discusses the unscripted nature of the show and the challenges they faced during filming. Christine also talks about the importance of movement for Abby and how it helps her access her brain power. She emphasizes the need for differentiating between neurodivergent and neurodeficit individuals and the importance of understanding each person's unique story. In this part of the conversation, Christine and Abbey discuss the different levels of support needs in individuals with autism and the challenges they face. They also address the issue of hate and negativity on social media and how they choose to respond to it. Christine shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges and rebuilding her life. They talk about the power of sharing stories on TikTok and the i