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942: Mental Health Q&A w/ Dr. Courtney Tolinski
Wes and Scott talk with Dr. Courtney Tolinski about supporting neurodivergent teammates, navigating workplace dynamics, and recognizing strengths beyond labels. They explore ADHD diagnosis and treatment, productivity mindsets, burnout, AI in mental health, and practical routines for focus and balance.
Show Notes
00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:09 Meet Dr. Courtney Tolinski
01:46 Supporting neurodivergent team members
12:26 Should I disclose my ADHD diagnosis at work?
17:21 Characteristics of autism and ADHD
22:37 Seeking diagnosis as an adult developer
28:04 Brought to you by Sentry.io
32:18 Uncoupling identity from productivity
38:06 Is overtime ever “worth it”?
42:34 AI as a mental health tool: hope or hype?
46:32 Will therapists be replaced by AI?
49:29 Burnout warning signs in high-performers
55:15 Sick picks + shameless plugs
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By Wes Bos & Scott Tolinski - Full Stack JavaScript Web Developers
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Wes and Scott talk with Dr. Courtney Tolinski about supporting neurodivergent teammates, navigating workplace dynamics, and recognizing strengths beyond labels. They explore ADHD diagnosis and treatment, productivity mindsets, burnout, AI in mental health, and practical routines for focus and balance.
Show Notes
00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:09 Meet Dr. Courtney Tolinski
01:46 Supporting neurodivergent team members
12:26 Should I disclose my ADHD diagnosis at work?
17:21 Characteristics of autism and ADHD
22:37 Seeking diagnosis as an adult developer
28:04 Brought to you by Sentry.io
32:18 Uncoupling identity from productivity
38:06 Is overtime ever “worth it”?
42:34 AI as a mental health tool: hope or hype?
46:32 Will therapists be replaced by AI?
49:29 Burnout warning signs in high-performers
55:15 Sick picks + shameless plugs
Sick Picks
Hit us up on Socials!
Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads
Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads
Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads
Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads
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