In this episode of AuDHD and Then Some, I sit down with accredited psychotherapist Robert Rackley, who specialises in ADHD, autism, and neurodivergent mental health.

We explore why boundaries can feel so difficult for neurodivergent people, the reality of rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), masking, emotional overwhelm, and how growing up misunderstood can shape the way we experience relationships and ourselves.

Robert shares compassionate, practical insights that help make sense of the neurodivergent experience, while we have an honest conversation about the challenges—and strengths—that come with living as an AuDHD adult.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, questioning whether you’re neurodivergent, or supporting someone who is, this episode is full of validation, understanding, and practical takeaways.

In this episode we discuss:

• ADHD and autism

• AuDHD

• Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

• Boundaries and people-pleasing

• Emotional regulation

• Masking and unmasking

• Neurodivergent mental health

• Late diagnosis

• Self-understanding and self-compassion

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