SLP 348: Understanding OCD and Autism with Guest Dean Beadle

Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education · Jun 15, 2026 · 33m

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.

✅ OCD vs Autism: autism celebrates identity, OCD only causes distress.

✅ Real Event OCD: invents false narratives around dim memories.

✅ The OCD Cycle: obsession, anxiety, compulsion, relief, then repeat.

✅ Breaking Compulsions: not doing them weakens the entire cycle.

✅ Compulsions vs Rituals: compulsions fear-based, rituals come from joy.

✅ Repetition Source: joy means encourage, fear means co-regulate.

✅ Living Around OCD: continue normal life despite intrusive…