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EPISODE · Apr 19, 2026 · 35 MIN

Episode 4: The realities of complex diagnosis

from Behave: The podcast to unlearn behaviour · host Behave The Podcast

Complex autism isn’t a checklist. It’s not a neat label. And it definitely doesn’t come with a clear roadmap.In this episode, we go there — unpacking what “complex” autism (and other complex diagnoses) actually looks like in real life. The co-occurring conditions, the constant decision-making, the systems that don’t quite fit, and the emotional load families are carrying behind the scenes.We’re also joined by a guest with lived experience, bringing a perspective that cuts through theory and straight into what it’s like to actually live it.This one’s for the parents in the thick of it — navigating risk, advocating hard, and making a thousand micro-decisions a day that no one else sees.Because complex autism isn’t just complex on paper. It’s complex to liveLearn more about the hosts!!Eleanor Brink - MEd., BCBA, Advanced/Specialist BSPErika Gleeson - OAM, Speaker, Advanced/Specialist BSP

Complex autism isn’t a checklist. It’s not a neat label. And it definitely doesn’t come with a clear roadmap.In this episode, we go there — unpacking what “complex” autism (and other complex diagnoses) actually looks like in real life. The co-occurring conditions, the constant decision-making, the systems that don’t quite fit, and the emotional load families are carrying behind the scenes.We’re also joined by a guest with lived experience, bringing a perspective that cuts through theory and straight into what it’s like to actually live it.This one’s for the parents in the thick of it — navigating risk, advocating hard, and making a thousand micro-decisions a day that no one else sees.Because complex autism isn’t just complex on paper. It’s complex to liveLearn more about the hosts!!Eleanor Brink - MEd., BCBA, Advanced/Specialist BSPErika Gleeson - OAM, Speaker, Advanced/Specialist BSP

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