ADHD and late diagnosis

SummaryThis conversation explores the topics of late diagnosis and misdiagnosis of neurodivergent conditions, as well as the importance of understanding what it means to have these conditions.The conversation highlights the personal and individual impact of late diagnosis and the need for clinicians to be aware of the subtleties of conditions like ADHD.It also emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and communication in the workplace, as well as the need for employers to provide accommodations and support.The conversation concludes with a discussion on the evolving understanding of neurodiversity and the importance of shifting the conversation from clinical definitions to individual experiences.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Importance of the Conversation01:58 Missed Diagnosis and Personal Impact04:58 The Importance of Understanding Symptoms07:23 The Changing Landscape of Diagnosis10:59 The Emotional Journey of Seeking a Diagnosis18:10 The Grief Model and Acceptance20:39 Communicating Neurodivergent Needs22:12 The Importance of Personal Experiences24:51 Challenges of Perception and Empathy31:13 Creating Supportive Workplaces37:57 Inclusion and AcceptanceContact Divergenceuk.org for assessments and diagnosis:https://divergenceuk.orgContact Matt for Consultancy, workplace training or 1-2-1 Mentoring:https://thinkneurodiversity.comTALKADHD Whatsapp community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/JR8R8jTl5zY0jr8MzXjIE7Subscribe and comment on this episode:https://youtu.be/AeT6KKWr6Ss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.