How does a late autism diagnosis reshape a person’s life--especially for adults who have long masked their neurodivergence? In this episode of Women Leading with Purpose, we speak with Dr. Jessica Myszak, a licensed psychologist specializing in autism evaluations for both children and adults.

Dr. Jessica shares expert insights on:
• The emotional and psychological impact of receiving a diagnosis later in life
• Reliable self-assessment tools like the RAADS, CAT-Q, and ASPIE quizzes
• The benefits of official diagnosis—such as access to accommodations in school, work, and daily life
• How late diagnosis helps people understand burnout, meltdowns, masking, and self-worth
• Advocacy strategies, including how to talk with family and providers
• Online and community resources for continued support

Whether you're exploring neurodiversity for yourself or supporting someone you love, this episode offers practical tools, compassionate guidance, and hope for the journey ahead.

About Dr. Jessica:

Website: Helpand HealingCenter.com

Instagram: @drjessicamyszak

TikTok: @drjessicamyszak

Resources mentioned:
– Embrace-Autism.com
– RAADS, CAT-Q, and ASPIE tests

- Book: Unmasking Autism by Devon Price, PhD

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A veces, compartir tu pasión puede sentirse raro al principio. Tal vez te da miedo hacerlo “perfecto” o preocuparte por cómo lo van a recibir los demás. Pero la realidad es que hacer lo que amas no requiere ser perfecto. La magia está en ser auténtico y permitir que las cosas fluyan de manera natural.

En este episodio de Life 100 Podcast y Latina in America, hablamos sobre la importancia de seguir lo que te apasiona sin la presión de las métricas o la perfección.

• ¿Por qué las personas más auténticas son las que más nos inspiran?
• ¿Cómo compartir tu pasión puede abrirte nuevas puertas y oportunidades que no esperabas?

Aquí te animamos a dar el primer paso, solo por la satisfacción de hacerlo, sin pensar en los resultados inmediatos.

Las personas más auténticas son aquellas que se atreven a mostrar lo que realmente les mueve. Este episodio es un recordatorio de que lo único que necesitas es ser tú mismo y compartir desde el corazón. Al final del día, compartir lo que amas puede transformar tu vida, conectarte con nuevas experiencias, y ofrecerte la oportunidad de ver el mundo de una manera diferente.

Escucha ideas de cómo puedes comenzar a hacer lo que amas sin complicaciones. ¡Atrévete a dar el primer paso y a compartir lo que te apasiona con el mundo!

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How do you bridge the worlds of agriculture and technology to addres global challenges like food security and health? This special episode of Women Leading with Purpose is a celebration of perseverance, vision, and the power of community.

Join the conversation with computational biologist, Dr. Laura Boykin Okalebo, Senior Scientific Consultant and founder of the Cassava Virus Action Project, as she discusses her work with local scientists to enhance food production using portable technology and training communities to adopt these innovations.

This episode celebrates perseverance and vision, highlighting the strength of community, knowledge-sharing, and support. Dr. Boykin Okalebo is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in science, emphasizing how these principles are essential for creating lasting opportunities.

From integrating agriculture and technology to fostering sustainable solutions, Dr. Boykin Okalebo shares valuable insights on equitable design and community-driven projects—perfect for aspiring scientists and change-makers.

About Laura Boykin Okalebo, PhD:⠀

• TED Talk Speaker, TED Senior Fellow, Gifted Citizen Prize Winner, Computational Biologist, Activist, Equity in Science, Food Security, Supercomputing, Genomics⠀

Laura's Social:

TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/laura_boykin_how_we_re_using_dna_tech_to_help_farmers_fight_crop_diseases?subtitle=en

Personal page: http://www.lauraboykinresearch.com

Cassava Virus Action Project:https://cassavavirusactionproject.wordpress.com/

X: https://x.com/laura_boykin

Contact Laura: lboykin@mac.com

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