Autism, ADHD & Love: Not Your Manic Pixie Dream Girl

What does it mean to date while autistic or live with ADHD in a relationship? In part 2 of 2 of our neurodivergence series, we unpack the emotional highs and hidden costs of loving—and being loved—with a neurodivergent brain. We talk about being miscast as the Manic Pixie Dream Girl, “coming out” as autistic on dates, sensory accommodations that show real care, and why neurodivergent folks are more vulnerable to abusive dynamics. We also share how routines aren’t rigidity, how ADHD forgetfulness isn’t disrespect, and what it looks like when someone truly gets your brain.Keywords for searchability: autism and dating, ADHD relationships, neurodivergent love, sensory overload, masking, emotional abuse and autism, manic pixie dream girl, neurodivergent mental health podcastOlivia Gatwood- “Manic Pixie Dream Girl”Luke Grosch- InstagramSupport us on Patreon for bonus episodes:⁠patreon.com/mytherapisthatesyouFollow us on all the things:⁠https://www.instagram.com/mytherapisthatesu/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mytherapisthatesyoupod⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MTHYPod⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MyTherapistHatesYou