1 tim. 34 min
Sophie James - Growing Up In An Undiagnosed Neurodivergent Family The Neurodivergent Experience
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- Mental hälsa
"Growing up in an undiagnosed family made me feel different from others and lead to a sense of being strange or weird!"
This episode of the Neurodivergent Experience discusses growing up in an undiagnosed family. Sophie James, Jordan's daughter, joins to share her experience about feeling different from other families, the challenges of navigating the school playground, the lack of support from the school, and the importance of bonding through daddy-daughter days. Sophie, shares her perspective on growing up with an undiagnosed autistic father and the challenges they faced as a family and reflect on the changes that occurred after Jordan's autism diagnosis and the newfound understanding and acceptance it brought them.
Takeaways
Struggles and successes in school can vary for neurodivergent individuals, and it's important to focus on the strengths and abilities rather than just the deficits.Neurodivergence can impact family dynamics, and understanding and support from parents can make a significant difference in a child's experience. Neurodivergent experiences can vary, with some individuals being more external and emotional, while others are more internal and repetitive.It is important to lower unrealistic expectations and standards in friendships to foster healthier relationships at school.Having a diagnosis can provide validation and support, but it is not always necessary for personal growth and understanding
Chapters
00:00 RTN Sponsor
01:18 Introducing Sophie James
08:50 Independence and Struggles in Primary School
16:23 Challenges in the School Playground
32:02 Impact of Neurodivergence on Family Dynamics
36:15 Growing Up with an Undiagnosed Autistic Father
48:25 The Shift in Understanding and Acceptance
55:30 The Impact of Not Having A Filter
01:00:11 Understanding Each Other's Differences
01:07:41 Self-Awareness and Acceptance
Get an Autism and ADHD assessment in the UK with https://www.rtnmentalhealthsolutions.com/ Use the Discount Code RTN23 when you make your initial enquiry through the RTN website or the website portal.
Instagram: @theneurodivergentexperiencepod
Facebook: The Neurodivergent Experience
YouTube: @TheNeurodivergentExperience
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"Growing up in an undiagnosed family made me feel different from others and lead to a sense of being strange or weird!"
This episode of the Neurodivergent Experience discusses growing up in an undiagnosed family. Sophie James, Jordan's daughter, joins to share her experience about feeling different from other families, the challenges of navigating the school playground, the lack of support from the school, and the importance of bonding through daddy-daughter days. Sophie, shares her perspective on growing up with an undiagnosed autistic father and the challenges they faced as a family and reflect on the changes that occurred after Jordan's autism diagnosis and the newfound understanding and acceptance it brought them.
Takeaways
Struggles and successes in school can vary for neurodivergent individuals, and it's important to focus on the strengths and abilities rather than just the deficits.Neurodivergence can impact family dynamics, and understanding and support from parents can make a significant difference in a child's experience. Neurodivergent experiences can vary, with some individuals being more external and emotional, while others are more internal and repetitive.It is important to lower unrealistic expectations and standards in friendships to foster healthier relationships at school.Having a diagnosis can provide validation and support, but it is not always necessary for personal growth and understanding
Chapters
00:00 RTN Sponsor
01:18 Introducing Sophie James
08:50 Independence and Struggles in Primary School
16:23 Challenges in the School Playground
32:02 Impact of Neurodivergence on Family Dynamics
36:15 Growing Up with an Undiagnosed Autistic Father
48:25 The Shift in Understanding and Acceptance
55:30 The Impact of Not Having A Filter
01:00:11 Understanding Each Other's Differences
01:07:41 Self-Awareness and Acceptance
Get an Autism and ADHD assessment in the UK with https://www.rtnmentalhealthsolutions.com/ Use the Discount Code RTN23 when you make your initial enquiry through the RTN website or the website portal.
Instagram: @theneurodivergentexperiencepod
Facebook: The Neurodivergent Experience
YouTube: @TheNeurodivergentExperience
Get bonus content on Patreon
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 tim. 34 min