Rainbow Reads Book Club: A Deep Dive into 'Young, Autistic and ADHD' with the author Sarah Boon

Exploring Neurodivergence and Self-Discovery with Author Sarah BoonIn this episode of Neuro Rainbow Cast, host Autisticly Aar is joined by Sarah Boon for a second enlightening discussion. Sarah, an author on autism and ADHD, shares her journey of late diagnoses and the personal growth that followed. Initially diagnosed as dyslexic, she later discovered she was also autistic and had ADHD. Sarah emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting neurodivergence. She talks about her book 'Young Autistic and ADHD,' which aims to guide and support young people navigating their diagnoses. The conversation covers topics such as self-diagnosis, mental health, social interactions, and the challenges of adulthood for neurodivergent individuals. Sarah also shares practical tips for managing daily life and stresses the significance of self-acceptance. Their discussion is a valuable resource for those seeking insight into the lived experiences of autistic and ADHD individuals.00:00 Welcome Back, Sarah Boon!00:28 Sarah's Journey with Autism and ADHD02:55 The Importance of Self-Diagnosis04:12 Personal Growth and Self-Acceptance06:08 Practical Tips for Neurodivergent Life07:19 Understanding Stimming and Social Challenges08:47 Discovering Autism and ADHD13:13 Writing the Book: Young Autistic and ADHD27:54 Reflecting on Teenage Years and Early Adulthood31:06 Realizing Neurodivergence31:58 Writing the Book: Key Themes and Chapters33:34 Exploring Executive Functioning34:42 Navigating Young Adulthood35:07 Relationships and Social Interactions35:25 Emotional Well-being and Mental Health37:10 Identity and Acceptance42:21 Challenges in Academia and Research48:10 The Role of Technology in Overcoming Challenges51:41 Becoming a Published Author53:36 Feedback and Future Plans56:53 Historical Misdiagnoses and Family Ancestry58:35 Promoting the Book and Final ThoughtsWhere you can buy Sarah's book: https://tr.ee/Iq6REy-s_V How to order direct from publisher: https://uk.jkp.com/products/young-autistic-and-adhdSarah's Blog: https://autisticallysarah.com/Sarah's Social media: @saraheboon on all platforms. Follow on social media: @neurorainbowproject Email: [email protected] out more: https://neurorainbowproject.com/Support the podcast" https://ko-fi.com/neurorainbowproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.