Show Notes
Discover what’s possible when you’re the one behind the wheel.
Andrew Arboe is an autistic self-advocate and the Founder of Driving with Autism, an educational program that helps autistic individuals and their families navigate the way towards becoming a driver. Andrew is also the Director of Community Outreach of Planning Across the Spectrum. You might remember episode 59 with their Founder, Andrew Komarow.
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
- Andrew learning about his diagnosis
- Andrew’s autistic strengths and how autism affects his everyday life
- Why he decided to start Driving with Autism
- Common barriers autistic people face when it comes to driving
- How to limit sensory overload while driving
- Tips for autistic drivers, including what to do if you get pulled over
- Advice for parents whose autistic adolescents are getting ready to drive
To learn more about Andrew Arboe, please visit autismdriving.com.
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