Autistic Advocacy: Aging and Executive Function

In this episode of Autistic Advocacy, Matt Lowry LPP and Dr. Angela Kingdon explore how executive functioning shifts over time—and why conventional advice fails autistic people.From the increasing demands of adulthood to the compounding impact of co-occurring conditions, this conversation offers validation, practical strategies, and lived experience for navigating the realities of autistic life.🎧 What You’ll LearnHow executive functioning demands evolve from childhood into adulthood—and why the cracks often show later in lifeWhy tips like “just use a calendar” don’t address the real needs of autistic brainsThe link between executive dysfunction and autistic inertia, and how body doubling can help with task initiationHow masking in work environments drains energy and leads to burnoutWhy unmasking becomes essential for survival in midlifeThe role of co-occurring conditions like POTS, PMDD, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and MCAS in daily functioning challengesHow trauma, CPTSD, and menopause can magnify executive functioning strugglesResources:Explore studies and resources on the relationship between brain glucose levels, autism, and ADHD symptoms:Study: Blood glucose and neurobehavioral function – PubMed (1985)Study: Glucose tolerance in children with learning and behavioral disorders – PubMed (1986)Article: The Complexities of Aging: Addressing the Unique Needs of Autistic Elders.🔗 Read on Autism Spectrum News🎥 Shared Stories, Shared Experiences: International Research on Autism and Menopause. AIDE Canada presents this insightful webinar featuring global research and lived experiences around autism and hormonal transitions.🔗 Watch the webinar on AIDE CanadaRelated Episodes:Productivity is AutisticMeat Body Maintenance🌟 Connect With Us📱 Follow us on Instagram🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify🛍️Our Autism-affirming merch shop🌐 Learn more at www.autisticculturepodcast.com🎙️ Executive Producers: Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, Jen Unruh, Jennifer Carpenter, Julia Tretter, Kathie Watson-Gray, Kenneth Knowles, Kira Cotter, Kristine Lang, Kyle Raney, Llew P Williams, Laura Alvarado, Laura De Vito, Laura Provonsha, Lily George, Nelly Darmi, Nigel Rogers, Rachel Miller, Tim Scott, Tyler Kunz, Victoria Steed, Yanina Wood.🎧 Producers: AJ Knight, Bobby Simon, Da Kovac, Eleanor Collins, Emily Griffiths, Hannah Hughes, Jennifer Kemp, Jonas Fløde, Kate F, Katie N Benitez, Kendra Murphy, Lisa Dennys, Logan Wall, Louise Lomas, Melissa Nance, Nicola Owen, Rebecka Johansson, Sam Morris, Sarah Hannah Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.