The Neurodivergent Awakening

By Amber Collins

Hi and welcome to The Neurodivergent Awakening Podcast. I call this the Neurodivergent Awakening because it does genuinely feel over the past few years the world has woken up to Neurodiversity, in

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The podcast currently has 68 episodes available.

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January 19, 2026 Episode 68: Is It An (Autistic) Barbie World?
I'm back to talk all things Barbie!

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21min
January 05, 2026 Episode 67: Lessons To Take into 2026
Welcome back to the first episode of the year! Forgive me my brain is MUSH but I am sharing some things I really learnt last year around Autism/ADHD/Neurodiversity that I will take into the new year.
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33min
December 07, 2025 Episode 66: Autism and ADHD are Over-diagnosed...(?)
Or is it?
This weeks episode is made to be sent to the Wes Streeting in your life who thinks everything is over diagnosed, over labelled rather than simply a reflection of the truth...
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44min
December 01, 2025 Episode 65: Neurodivergent Christmas Survival Tips
Sorry for the late upload guys but we got there! This week I share my tips that have worked for us to survive the Christmas period and all the demands it encompasses it.
As I edited this I thought of more so I may do a part 2 but any suggestions let me know!

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28min
November 23, 2025 Episode 64: I Don't "Look" Autistic
This week I talk about my meltdowns, the stress of the holiday season, and how important it is to self-regulate, I’m hoping it gives others—both neurodivergent people and their allies—something useful to take away. For me, the biggest lessons are understanding what meltdowns really are, knowing my triggers, and learning to advocate for myself in different situations. Hopefully this resonates!
If this episode is shit let me know!
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33min
November 17, 2025 Episode 63: Does High Support Needs Always Mean Better Support?
Hello beautiful humans, this week social media has been rife with contention on this subject. This isn't a dogpile, and no one has been named but lets discuss..
Does high support needs always mean better support?
What are some of the barriers for support for those that are lower support needs?
Do we have to be "autistic enough" to even speak about this?
Let me know what you think of this episode, please rate review and share!

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30min
November 10, 2025 Episode 62: Fluctuating Capacity, Need Levels & Change
This week I have a one woman debate with myself about fluctuating capacity, need levels and why even positive change can be a tricky transition.
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39min
November 03, 2025 Episode 61 - 2 Years of Reframes, Acceptance and No Longer Chasing Normal
My loves...it's been two years! TWO YEARS!
A few signs have encouraged me back in the space, I have never let go of this podcast fully and always intended to return but now finally feel ready.
Get a cuppa an let's have a juicy catch up, and for anyone new I hope you find value from this also!
A LOT has changed and I hope this continues to be a safe and comforting space for anyone navigating the world of Autism, ADHD and neurodiversity in general.
If you do enjoy this episode please share with your communities and be so kind to rate and review.
Lots of love x

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47min
September 22, 2023 Episode 60 - Confessions of a burnout AuDHD mum
Hi guys. It's not a goodbye, its a see you later and things will be bigger and better.

Look after yourselves and everything is staying up so find me on the usual places and you can relisten too all of the episodes.

xox
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September 15, 2023 Episode 59 - Why is change so hard for Autistic people?
This week is a bit of an emotional one, I talk about how I am navigating a big life change for me and Brodie in real time.
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FAQs about The Neurodivergent Awakening:

How many episodes does The Neurodivergent Awakening have?

The podcast currently has 68 episodes available.