In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel, a renowned expert in the field of autism and the Co-Director of the Koegel Autism Center at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr Koegel has had vast experience researching Autism Spectrum Disorders—ASD—and working with autistic people of all ages. We explore of the ways in which the intelligence and abilities of children and young adults with autism are often overlooked and misjudged, and discuss tried-and-true interventions that can be used to help them reach their full potential. Sponsored by Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/HUMANS10 for 10% off your next purchase! Thrive Market: Go to ThriveMarket.com/HUMANS for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.