{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Write Brain","title":"Autism, the Right Brain & Neurodivergence Explained","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9dc625c4\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2837,"description":"Welcome back to The Write Brain podcast.\nWith Autism Awareness Month approaching in April — and World Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd — we wanted to create an episode that gives a clear, big-picture understanding of autism and neurodivergence.\nThere is so much confusion around autism today.\nThis episode is about simplifying it.\nDr. Robert Melillo shares decades of clinical experience and neuroscience research to explain:\n• What autism actually is (from a brain-based perspective)\n• The role of the right brain vs left brain\n• Why autism exists on a spectrum\n• What “neurodivergence” really means\n• Why autism may be increasing\n• Common misconceptions about diagnosis and development\n• How understanding the brain can change outcomes\nInstead of focusing on labels, this conversation focuses on function, development, and possibility.\nWhether you’re a parent, someone on the spectrum, or just trying to understand the topic better — this episode is meant to bring clarity to something that is often misunderstood.\n📍 Live Lecture – New York City (March 31st)\nDr. Melillo will be hosting a live lecture focused on autism, brain development, and treatment approaches.\nTwo sessions available:\n• 11:00 AM\n• 6:30/7:00 PM\nFor more details, visit: www.drrobertmelillo.com\nWe’ll be doing more episodes like this — diving deeper into autism, neurodivergence, and the brain.\nIf this episode helped you, share it with someone who needs it.\n🎙 Hosted by Ellis Melillo & Dr. Robert Melillo","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/RlT5RT5NyaNwqAYNwxGPecU4eTkPNua0P6zEO-8YRnU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85YzA1/MzI3ZjZjNWViZjhl/N2Y5ZmNlMmFmMjJj/OGRmNS5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}