# 1265. Understanding Autism: What a Late Diagnosis Can Change w/ Kyland Young

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Published: 2026-04-23T09:00:00+00:00
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Hey Heal Squad! It’s Throwback Thursday, and since April is Autism Awareness Month, we’re bringing back this really eye-opening conversation with Kyland Young, known from Big Brother and The Challenge, and a member of the historic Cookout alliance. In this episode, Kyland opens up about receiving a late autism diagnosis in his 30s and how that completely shifted the way he understands himself, his relationships, and the way he moves through the world. He shares what it was like growing up just feeling “different,” how being on Big Brother actually led to his diagnosis, and the relief that came with finally having answers. He also gets into how his brain processes information, what social interactions can feel like on the spectrum, and the tools he’s used to adapt, learn, and thrive. Such a powerful one to revisit! Join us at Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Dr. Steven Storage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/ Amen Clinics: https://www.amenclinics.com/team/steven-storage-md/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT…

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