Truth About Dyslexia - Help For Adults With Dyslexia

In this episode, Stephen shares his experiences with ADHD medications, specifically Ritalin and Vivance. He discusses the challenges he faced with Ritalin, including afternoon crashes and the need to avoid caffeine. He then explores the concept of dopamine and its impact on neurodiverse individuals, highlighting the tendency to seek external sources of dopamine. Stephen also mentions the book 'Dopamine Nation' and its insights into the dopamine economy of modern society. He concludes by discussing the importance of proper nutrition and finding balance while on ADHD medications.

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ADHD, medications, Ritalin, Vivance, dopamine, neurodiverse, afternoon crashes, caffeine, addiction, dopamine hits, dopamine economy, external sources, 'Dopamine Nation', nutrition, balance,

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In this podcast episode, Stephen and Andre discuss the comorbidities that often accompany dyslexia. They explore dyscalculia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, and ADHD, highlighting the challenges and experiences associated with each. They also touch on the intersection of autism and ADHD, as well as the importance of education and understanding for all neurodiverse conditions.

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dyslexia, comorbidities, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, ADHD, autism, neurodiversity,

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In this episode, Stephen Martin discusses various dyslexic and neurodiverse topics. He shares a personal challenge he faced and how he dealt with it. He also talks about finding an old video he voiced on dyslexia and the unique perspective it offers. Additionally, he mentions the importance of taking breaks and reminding oneself that it's okay to be human. Stephen also explains the perception challenges of dyslexia and how the dyslexic mind operates in a 3D world. Lastly, he mentions giving up drinking and the positive impact it has had on his life.

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dyslexia, neurodiverse, challenge, video, perspective, breaks, human, perception, 3D, drinking, ADHD,

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In this episode, Stephen and Andrea discuss how to explain dyslexia to others. They share personal stories and analogies to help people understand the challenges and strengths of dyslexia. They emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and finding tools and strategies that work for individuals with dyslexia. They also discuss the comorbidity of dyslexia with other conditions like ADHD and dyspraxia. The key takeaway is that dyslexia is not a disability, but a different way of thinking and processing information.

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dyslexia, explain, challenges, strengths, diagnosis, tools, strategies, comorbidity, ADHD, dyspraxia, different way of thinking, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.

Find out more about Andrée Kenny and her work with ADHD & Dyslexia at https://andreekenny.com

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In this episode, Stephen discusses stress, anxiety, and comfort. He shares his personal experiences with stress and anxiety, and how his dyslexia and ADHD contribute to these challenges. He also explores the impact of technology and social media on stress levels. Stephen emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between comfort and pushing oneself outside of the comfort zone. He shares his strategies for managing stress and anxiety, including self-hypnosis and making firm decisions. Overall, the episode highlights the need to prioritize mental well-being in a fast-paced and chaotic world.

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stress, anxiety, comfort, dyslexia, ADHD, technology, social media, balance, self-hypnosis, mental well-being,

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In this podcast episode, Stephen Martin and Andre Kenney discuss the challenges of being judged as neurodiverse individuals. They share personal stories and insights on how judgment affects their lives. They emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and finding tools to calm the mind in order to overcome judgment. They also discuss the changing attitudes towards neurodiversity and the need for neurodiverse leaders to be role models. The episode concludes with the reminder to not judge oneself and to recognize the strengths and tenacity of neurodiverse individuals.

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neurodiversity, judgment, challenges, self-acceptance, tools, calm the mind, neurodiverse leaders, role models, strengths, tenacity, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.

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In this episode, Stephen Martin and Andre Kenny discuss friendships and relationships for individuals with dyslexia and ADHD. They talk about the challenges and stories that come with these conditions, as well as the pros and cons. They highlight the time blindness experienced by neurodivergent individuals, where they may go long periods without contacting friends but still feel a strong connection when they do. They also discuss the difficulties in communication and emotional regulation that can arise in relationships, and the importance of finding a partner who understands and accepts their neurodivergent traits.

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dyslexia, ADHD, friendships, relationships, challenges, stories, pros and cons, time blindness, communication, emotional regulation, neurodivergent traits, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.

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Philip shares his journey with dyslexia, starting from his early challenges in school to his college years. He discusses the difficulties he faced, such as not understanding cheating in second grade and being held back in second grade due to dyslexia. Philip highlights the importance of supportive teachers, particularly his grandmother and English teacher, in helping him learn to read and write. He also mentions the bullying he experienced and the impact of having two parents who were educators. Philip talks about the challenges he faced in college and how technology, such as text-to-speech software, helped him succeed. Philip Long shares his experience of navigating college with dyslexia and how he developed strategies to succeed. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what teachers are looking for and focusing on the key points. He also discusses his journey of learning languages, including Spanish and Chinese, and how he used listening and visualization techniques to overcome dyslexia challenges. Philip highlights the significance of self-advocacy and finding one's own path in education and career. He encourages individuals with dyslexia to never give up, focus on their strengths, and utilize technology to support their learning.

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dyslexia, challenges, school, learning, support, bullying, parents, educators, college, technology, dyslexia, college, strategies, success, understanding, focus, languages, self-advocacy, strengths, technology, ADHD, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.

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In this conversation, Stephen and Andre share funny stories and experiences related to dyslexia and ADHD. They emphasize the importance of being able to laugh at oneself and not taking everything too seriously. They discuss moments of clumsiness, mix-ups in texting and messaging, misheard song lyrics, and mistakes in booking dates. The main takeaway is to embrace and accept these moments as part of who they are and find solutions rather than dwelling on the mistakes.

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dyslexia, ADHD, funny stories, laughter, clumsiness, mix-ups, texting, messaging, misheard song lyrics, mistakes, acceptance, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.

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