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Navigating a Neurodiverse Marriage

Navigating a Neurodiverse Marriage

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Orion Kelly – That Autistic Guy

Video Summary

  • This video is part one of a two-part series on neurodiverse marriages, specifically focusing on an autistic husband and neurotypical wife.
  • The video features Orion Kelly, known as That Autistic Guy, and his neurotypical wife, Renee, discussing their experiences as a couple in a neurodiverse relationship.
  • They address questions from their YouTube community regarding attraction, expectations, meltdowns, burnout, social needs, and communication in their relationship.
  • Renee shares her initial attraction to Orion’s quirky personality and sense of humor, which she later discovered were related to his autism.
  • They discuss the importance of understanding and respecting each other’s needs, such as alone time for Orion and the challenges of balancing family life with special interests.
  • The video concludes with a discussion on negotiation, conveying needs, and the acceptance and support they have for each other in their neurodiverse relationship.
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Dr. Kenneth Roberson

Dr. Kenneth Roberson is an Adult Autism Psychologist in San Francisco with over 30 years of experience. Click below to ask a question or schedule an appointment.

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