55 min
Alice Dominici: Neurodiversity's Strengths & Struggles in Academia Neurodiversity with Theo Smith
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- Mental Health
In this episode, Theo Smith interviews Alice, a researcher at Bocconi University, about her experience with neurodiversity.
Alice shares her journey from childhood to academia, highlighting her strengths in brain power and the challenges of control mania.
She discusses the impact of migraines and the realization of her neurodivergence, leading to an autism diagnosis.
Alice also explores the difficulties of getting diagnosed in Italy and the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in academia.
She emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary research in neurodiversity and shares her current projects at Bocconi University.
In this conversation, Alice discusses her research and experiences in academia. She shares insights into the challenges and rewards of conducting research in the field of gender studies.
Alice also highlights the importance of intersectionality and the need for more research in underrepresented areas.
She concludes by providing her contact information for those interested in connecting with her.
Takeaways
Neurodivergent individuals often excel in academia due to their unique strengths and passion for research.
The academic environment can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals, with blunt feedback and a competitive publishing process.
There is a need for multidisciplinary research in neurodiversity to gain a holistic understanding of its impact.
Getting diagnosed with neurodivergent conditions can be difficult in some countries, highlighting the need for improved access to assessments.
Academia should strive for inclusivity and understanding to support the diverse needs of neurodivergent researchers.
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Neurodiversity and Guest Introduction
01:06Guest's Background and Work at Bocconi University
02:36Early Years and Strengths in Brain Power
05:38Control Mania and the Cost of Overworking
07:07Migraines and the Need for Breaks
08:48Realization of Neurodivergence and Autism Diagnosis
10:51Challenges of Getting Diagnosed in Italy
14:28The Impact of Neurodiversity in Academia
24:49Transition from PhD to Research Role in Academia
30:22Challenges in Academia: Blunt Feedback and Publishing Process
38:49The Need for Multidisciplinary Research in Neurodiversity
50:15Current Work and Projects at Bocconi University
52:35Conclusion and Contact Information
This episode is supercharged by Dynamis Group
https://dynamisgroup.com/
You can buy Amanda and Theo's book 'Neurodiversity At Work here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neurodiversity-Work-Performance-Productivity-Neurodiverse/dp/1398600245
Love the intro music... it's from a past guest High Contrast: Music is Everything
#NeurodiversityAtWork #Neurodiversity #ADHD
In this episode, Theo Smith interviews Alice, a researcher at Bocconi University, about her experience with neurodiversity.
Alice shares her journey from childhood to academia, highlighting her strengths in brain power and the challenges of control mania.
She discusses the impact of migraines and the realization of her neurodivergence, leading to an autism diagnosis.
Alice also explores the difficulties of getting diagnosed in Italy and the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in academia.
She emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary research in neurodiversity and shares her current projects at Bocconi University.
In this conversation, Alice discusses her research and experiences in academia. She shares insights into the challenges and rewards of conducting research in the field of gender studies.
Alice also highlights the importance of intersectionality and the need for more research in underrepresented areas.
She concludes by providing her contact information for those interested in connecting with her.
Takeaways
Neurodivergent individuals often excel in academia due to their unique strengths and passion for research.
The academic environment can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals, with blunt feedback and a competitive publishing process.
There is a need for multidisciplinary research in neurodiversity to gain a holistic understanding of its impact.
Getting diagnosed with neurodivergent conditions can be difficult in some countries, highlighting the need for improved access to assessments.
Academia should strive for inclusivity and understanding to support the diverse needs of neurodivergent researchers.
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Neurodiversity and Guest Introduction
01:06Guest's Background and Work at Bocconi University
02:36Early Years and Strengths in Brain Power
05:38Control Mania and the Cost of Overworking
07:07Migraines and the Need for Breaks
08:48Realization of Neurodivergence and Autism Diagnosis
10:51Challenges of Getting Diagnosed in Italy
14:28The Impact of Neurodiversity in Academia
24:49Transition from PhD to Research Role in Academia
30:22Challenges in Academia: Blunt Feedback and Publishing Process
38:49The Need for Multidisciplinary Research in Neurodiversity
50:15Current Work and Projects at Bocconi University
52:35Conclusion and Contact Information
This episode is supercharged by Dynamis Group
https://dynamisgroup.com/
You can buy Amanda and Theo's book 'Neurodiversity At Work here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neurodiversity-Work-Performance-Productivity-Neurodiverse/dp/1398600245
Love the intro music... it's from a past guest High Contrast: Music is Everything
#NeurodiversityAtWork #Neurodiversity #ADHD
55 min