Waking Up to Narcissism

Autism or Narcissism? Unpacking Neurodivergent Relationships with Jodi Carlton, MEd

Jun 5, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Jodi Carlton, MEd, a neurodiversity expert and therapist with over two decades of experience, dives into the nuanced relationships between neurodivergent individuals and narcissism. She explores how sensory sensitivities can lead to misunderstandings, the differences in memory processing, and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in codependent relationships. Jodi also tackles the complex debate of whether ADHD belongs on the autism spectrum, providing deep insights drawn from her personal journey of overcoming narcissistic abuse.
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ANECDOTE

Therapist’s Personal Neurodivergent Marriage

  • Jodi married a man she later realized was neurodivergent after a 19-year confusing marriage that ended in divorce.
  • She discovered both narcissistic traits and autism in her relationships while healing from codependency.
INSIGHT

Neurodivergence Is Largely Genetic

  • Neurodivergence means brains are hardwired differently and is largely genetic, affecting autism, ADHD, and learning differences.
  • The APA folded Asperger's into autism to help insurance cover services, creating identity controversy.
INSIGHT

Memory Shapes Conflicts And 'Truth'

  • Memory and perception are filtered through implicit memories and confirmation bias, shaping our lived narratives.
  • Neurodivergent people sometimes retain literal records (screenshots, audio) which become their unshakeable truth.
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