Invisible Me Podcast

In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter speaks with Steph Carr about her experiences living with anxiety and ADHD.

Steph discusses her struggles with social anxiety from a young age, the challenges she faced in school, and her journey towards receiving a diagnosis for ADHD as an adult. Steph also shares the difficulties she has encountered in getting her son assessed, diagnosed and treated for suspected ADHD.

As a teacher, Steph shares her insights on how the education system could be reformed to better accommodate students with special educational needs (SEN), with a focus on greater awareness, understanding, and individual support.

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter speaks with Rebecca Killick, Professor of Statistics at Lancaster University, about their experiences with neurodivergence and ADHD.

Rebecca and Pat share their personal stories of being diagnosed as neurodivergent as adults, and the challenges and misconceptions they've faced in their personal and professional lives. They discuss navigating a world that doesn't always understand neurodiversity, the emotional impact of judgment and misunderstanding, and the necessity and burden of educating others about their differences.

Rebecca shares some of the tools and techniques they use to manage their neurodiversity, like carrying small objects to fidget with and taking walking meetings.

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, Janet Taylor shares her experiences living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Janet discusses the background to her diagnosis, the challenges she faced adjusting to the news, its effect on work and life, and the ongoing management of her condition.

As well as reflecting on how her diagnosis made sense of pre-existing symptoms, Janet and Pat address the challenges Janet has encountered living with an invisible condition, as well as her triumphs, including her active lifestyle and continued passion for competitive running. Janet also offers practical tips and a positive outlook for those navigating life with MS. 

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter meets Tash Willmore, who has rebuilt her life after a life-changing car accident 18 years ago that left her with full-body arthritis. Tash opens up about the challenges she faced, including learning to walk again and managing chronic pain. 

Beyond physical adversities, Tash shares the emotional toll of living with a hidden disability. She discusses the societal judgments she has encountered and her determination to not be defined by her disability. Tash emphasises the importance of reframing her perspective, focusing on what she can control, and finding tools and support systems to enable her to pursue a fulfilling life and career. 

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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