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Samantha and Lauren discuss how to support autistic boys through puberty. They emphasize that physical puberty changes are generally typical, but sensory sensitivities, uncertainty, social rules, and indirect language can make the experience harder, so autistic youth need complete, factual information about bodies, relationships, boundaries, and safety through many short, ongoing conversations.

They recommend explicitly teaching what to expect (odor, acne, hair, genital growth, voice changes, erections, etc.), building visual and predictable supports (timelines, social stories, checklists), and giving choice in how information is delivered, including AAC vocabulary.

They myth-bust that education encourages sexual behavior and stress concrete rules for privacy, consent, trusted-adult disclosure, and risks of nude images, plus when to consult a clinician.

00:00 Puberty Kickoff
01:50 Why This Matters
04:51 What Puberty Changes
06:49 Sensory And Routine Shifts
08:28 Myth Busting Puberty
11:00 Consent And Safety Basics
13:58 Teach Clearly And Visually
19:57 Privacy Rules And Sexting
26:38 Mental Health Check In
27:55 This Week Action Steps
30:07 When To See A Clinician
31:05 Resources And Wrap Up

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