Welcome to 'Masking For It'!

In our very first episode we introduce ourselves and explain how a Clinical Psychologist, Speech Therapist, and Neurodivergent Woman end up together on a Podcast...but most importantly - why.

We're inviting you to join our (previously private!) conversations about Neurodivergence, because we need to encourage many more of these conversations if we're going to help Neurodivergent individuals and society become acquainted - and it's crucial they do.

This introductory episode provides an overview of the topics we'll be addressing - with deep dives and revelatory research to come...Follow/Subscribe so you don't miss out!

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Advocacy

04:03 Understanding Neurodivergence

07:40 Personal Experiences and Insights

14:18 The Journey of Self-Discovery

15:36 Breaking Down Stigma Around Neurodivergence

17:47 Rethinking the Education System for Neurodivergent Individuals

21:08 Navigating Life Post-Diagnosis

25:06 The Burden of Explanation: Understanding Autism

28:25 Redefining Neurodivergence: From Disorder to Identity

31:50 The Impact of COVID-19 on Neurodivergent Lives

35:07 The Need for Kindness and Understanding in Society

39:09 The Role of Schools in Identifying Neurodivergence

43:01 Introduction and Overview

43:30 Engagement with the Audience

Dedicated to Monty & Pippa xx