Summary

In this season, Shelli shares her experiences following orthopedic surgeries, focusing on recovery, emotional well-being, and the challenges faced by those with neurodivergence. Today's conversation explores the concept of alexithymia and the importance of understanding how one's body and mind work together.

Keywords

Ehlers Danlos, surgery recovery, neurodivergence, interoception, emotional well-being, chronic illness, physical therapy, pain management, accessibility, alexithymia

Reference

Hogeveen, Jeremy, and Jordan Grafman. “Alexithymia.” Handbook of clinical neurology vol. 183 (2021): 47-62. doi:10.1016/B978-0-12-822290-4.00004-9