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Meet My Autistic Brain
Going to the Hospital
Mar 5, 2024
Explore the challenges faced by autistic individuals during hospital visits, from sensory issues to communication struggles. Learn about the unique experiences and perspectives of navigating medical procedures as an autistic person. Discover the importance of clear communication and patient-centered care in healthcare for individuals with autism.
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- Hospital visits can be overwhelming for autistics due to sensory challenges and communication difficulties.
- Clear communication and understanding are crucial for autistic individuals in healthcare settings, emphasizing the need for predictability and routine.
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Emergency Hospital Visit
The host describes experiencing a high heart rate while outside a hospital and deciding to seek immediate medical attention despite sensory and communication challenges as an autistic individual. The hospital environment with its crowded, noisy, and overwhelming stimuli added to the stress. Despite difficulties communicating the severity of the situation initially, the medical staff eventually recognized the urgency and took action to address the high heart rate, leading to a series of intense medical interventions.
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