On this episode of the Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast Dr. Quarto talks about how pets help autistic people based on research and what autistic people have expressed about them on Facebook group discussion posts.  In addition, he touches on how the Anchor Framework can be used in conjunction with pets to help deal with emotional overwhelm, procrastination and socializing.  Listen to this podcast episode to find out if it aligns with your experiences with pets! Join Dr. Quarto’s Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder Community: A Spectrum of Uniqueness Facebook community by clicking on this link:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CTRjFsdK9/ Once you log on to the Facebook group scroll down until you find the picture of the cute kitten and answer the question, “What kind of pet do you have and how do they help you in life?”  Also, post a pic of your pet! The Adult Autism:  A Spectrum of Uniqueness podcast series is hosted by Christopher Quarto - a licensed psychologist who conducts Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for adults (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?  If so, send him an e-mail to be placed on a waiting list to be notified about the course when it is done which will likely be in fall 2025: chris@chrisquarto.com * 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 Autistic?” quiz link - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64db4bb606278800141be2fd * Are you interested in getting evaluated for autism? Dr. Quarto conducts in-person and telehealth evaluations with clients in most states across the United States! Click here to get the ball rolling: https://chrisquarto.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-testing/