# Episode 41 - What If I'm Not Autistic?

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Podcast: [Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adult-autism-a-spectrum-of-uniqueness-podcast-6592729)
Published: 2026-04-20T15:54:33+00:00
Episode link: https://chrisq2.podbean.com/e/episode-41-what-if-im-not-autistic/
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## Resource

On this episode of the “Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness” podcast, Dr. Quarto poses a question that lingers in the minds of many folks who self-identify as autistic: “What if I get evaluated and find out I’m not autistic?” Find out the answer to that question on this episode of the podcast! The Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who evaluates adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (https://chrisquarto.com). Issues pertaining to mildly autistic adults (and neurodiverse folks who believe they are on the spectrum) are covered on the podcast including sensory sensitivities, how to make friends, regulating emotions and the role pets play as friends. Listen and discover why your uniqueness is awesome! Would you like to watch a video version of this podcast episode? Check out the Adult Autism: A Spectrum of Uniqueness YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4IPUmICA-ZlIERsJk3pHyqkSyPKMht9X * Are you interested in taking the online course for autistic adults that Dr. Quarto mentioned during the podcast episode? “Unmasked: Living Authentically as an Autistic Adult” is designed to help newly diagnosed & self-diagnosed autistic adults understand their identity, reduce masking, build practical communication and self-regulation skills, and create a life that aligns with their values, energy, and nervous system. To get on the waitlist or learn more about the course shoot Dr. Quarto an e-mail (chris@chrisquarto.com) or check out his website: (https://chrisquarto.com/online-courses-books) * Are you thinking that you might be autistic but have never been professionally evaluated? How about taking a 6-question quiz designed by Dr. Quarto to find out if autism is likely: “Am I Autis…

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