The Misunderstood Mind by Jodi Carlton
YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship
My Autistic Partner Changes But It Doesn’t Last
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My Autistic Partner Changes But It Doesn’t Last

This bonus clip highlights a personal story of someone struggling in their relationship with a boyfriend who has Asperger's. Despite receiving counseling, the relationship faces recurring issues such as explosive behavior and silent treatments from the autistic partner. 

00:00 Introduction: Meet Jodi Carlton, Neuro Diverse Relationship Expert

00:08 A Viewer's Struggle: Reconnecting with an Asperger's Ex-Partner

00:31 The Cycle of Hope and Disappointment

01:09 Understanding Codependency in Relationships

02:15 The Challenge of Change and Communication

03:33 Educational Advice: Learning About Autism and Improving Communication

04:19 The Importance of Self-Reflection in Neurodiverse Relationships

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