Ep171 | Neurodiversity in Higher Education and the Clinic with Dr. Devon Price

About this episode

Dr. Devon Price discusses the complexities of neurodiversity in clinical settings and higher education, focusing on strategies for neurodivergent individuals.

In this episode, we examine the complexities of neurodiversity within clinical environments and higher education. Dr. Devon Price discusses the nuances of masking, strategies for navigating academic systems as a neurodivergent individual, and the unique dynamics of concordant care, specifically when both the provider and the patient share neurodivergent identities. We also explore practical approaches for better supporting neurodivergent patients in the clinical setting to ensure more effective, identity-affirming healthcare. Devon Price, PhD, is a social psychologist, professor, author, and proud Autistic person. His research has appeared in journals such as the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, and the Journal of Positive Psychology. Devon’s writing has appeared in outlets such as the Financial Times, HuffPost, Slate, Jacobin, Business Insider, LitHub, and on PBS and NPR. He lives in Chicago, where he serves as an assistant professor at Loyola University Chicago’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Episode produced by: Angeli Mittal Episode recording date: 01/29/2026 www.medicuspodcast.com |…

People in this episode

Host: Angeli Mittal

Guest: Dr Devon Price

Topics covered

• neurodiversity
• higher education
• clinical environments
• identity-affirming healthcare

Keywords

• masking
• concordant care
• neurodivergent identities
• supporting patients

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Places: Chicago

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