
Shannan Palma
Co-founder of Decide and co-director of the Autistic Self-Reliance Support Network. Designs AI-powered decision-support tools for neurodivergent brains.
Top 3 podcasts with Shannan Palma
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Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 16min
Shannan Palma: Easing neurodivergent mental load with AI
Shannan Palma, founder of ITI Assistive Technologies and co-leader of the Autistic Self-Reliance Support Network, shares her journey from academia to creating AI tools for neurodivergent individuals. She discusses her new app, Decide, which aids with executive functioning and decision-making. Shannan emphasizes the importance of supporting neurodivergent adults with tailored resources and highlights the intersection of AI and mental health. Hear her insights on navigating challenges, the need for community validation, and how technology can empower creativity.

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Jun 5, 2025 • 40min
550 | Decide Ai Tools made by and for brains like ours with Dr Shannan Palma
Dr. Shannan Palma, co-founder of Decide and co-director of the Autistic Self-Reliance Support Network, discusses innovative AI-powered tools designed to support neurodivergent brains. She shares insights on combating decision fatigue through user-friendly technology that tailors choices to individual energy levels. The conversation dives into the importance of community-led initiatives and how AI can function as a personal coach. Palma also highlights ethical considerations around data privacy and the positive impact of community support on decision-making.

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May 19, 2025 • 57min
549 | Diagnosed AuDHD: Navigating Burnout, Balance, and Blind Spots with Dr. Shannan Palma
Dr. Shannan Palma, founder and CEO of ITI Assistive Technologies, shares her journey of receiving late autism and ADHD diagnoses in her 40s. She discusses the significance of sensory sensitivities and the intricacies of neurodivergent burnout, emphasizing differences between autistic and occupational burnout. Shannan reflects on her extensive self-diagnosis process and the development of supportive tools for neurodivergent adults. Together with Eric, they explore emotional challenges and strategies for coping within social contexts, unveiling the complexities of their shared experiences.