Navigating Neurodiversity with PDA Dad UK
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Today's Episode:
Are you feeling overwhelmed after a diagnosis for your teen?
Struggling to manage challenging behaviors?
Or perhaps you’re experiencing a sense of loss as you adjust to this new reality?
Parenting a neurodivergent teen—or being neurodiverse yourself—can feel overwhelming, complex, and incredibly daunting.
This week I am joined by Duncan Casburn, also known as PDA Dad UK , a You Tuber and SEND advocate who has created a thriving online community. Duncan shares his personal journey of raising a neurodivergent daughter with autism and PDA, shedding light on the everyday challenges of a neurodiverse family and how he’s learned to navigate this unexpected path.
In this episode we dive into:
- The impact of neurodiversity on mental health
- Feelings of isolation & inadequacy
- The journey to acceptance
- School avoidance & masking
- The harmful effect of parent-blame
- The hidden magic within
It’s a juicy one!
So join us to explore the importance of continuous learning and adapting as a parent, how to celebrate & embrace the differences, and ultimately what it takes to navigate the complexities of a neurodivergent's world (it’s simpler than you think!)
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