Neurodivergent Mates

Late Diagnosis - Our Journey As Neurodivergent People

March 11, 2024 Will Wheeler, Photon Jon Season 3 Episode 43
Late Diagnosis - Our Journey As Neurodivergent People
Neurodivergent Mates
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Neurodivergent Mates
Late Diagnosis - Our Journey As Neurodivergent People
Mar 11, 2024 Season 3 Episode 43
Will Wheeler, Photon Jon

For much of their lives, both Will and Photon Jon remained unaware that certain aspects of their neurodivergence had gone unidentified. It wasn’t until later in life that they received diagnoses, which profoundly influenced how they approached various tasks and shed light on the challenges they had faced.

On this enlightening episode of Neurodivergent Mates, they delve into the transformative impact of receiving a late diagnosis, highlighting how it has brought about positive changes and facilitated their growth as adults.

Throughout the podcast, they engage in insightful discussions on a range of topics, including navigating daily life with newfound understanding, reflecting on past struggles, and embracing their neurodivergent identities. By sharing their personal experiences and insights, they aim to foster greater awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity in society. Tune in as they explore the profound journey of self-discovery and empowerment that comes with late diagnosis.

POINTS TO DISCUSS:
1. How was the process?
2. What has changed for the better?
3. What are some funny points you can recognise?
4. How did it impact your mental health?
5. How did it impact your sense of self?
6. How we're seeing that this is a common trend and why
7. How has it affected our personal lives?
8. How has it affected our working lives/careers?
9. How do we feel about the journey we're now on post-diagnosis?

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Show Notes

For much of their lives, both Will and Photon Jon remained unaware that certain aspects of their neurodivergence had gone unidentified. It wasn’t until later in life that they received diagnoses, which profoundly influenced how they approached various tasks and shed light on the challenges they had faced.

On this enlightening episode of Neurodivergent Mates, they delve into the transformative impact of receiving a late diagnosis, highlighting how it has brought about positive changes and facilitated their growth as adults.

Throughout the podcast, they engage in insightful discussions on a range of topics, including navigating daily life with newfound understanding, reflecting on past struggles, and embracing their neurodivergent identities. By sharing their personal experiences and insights, they aim to foster greater awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity in society. Tune in as they explore the profound journey of self-discovery and empowerment that comes with late diagnosis.

POINTS TO DISCUSS:
1. How was the process?
2. What has changed for the better?
3. What are some funny points you can recognise?
4. How did it impact your mental health?
5. How did it impact your sense of self?
6. How we're seeing that this is a common trend and why
7. How has it affected our personal lives?
8. How has it affected our working lives/careers?
9. How do we feel about the journey we're now on post-diagnosis?

To check out more episodes, visit all our social media platforms.
#Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #SocialImpact #Podcast #Blog

Please be sure to subscribe, like and follow all our social media platforms.

Click on our Linktree link provided below to access all of our social media platforms:

https://linktr.ee/openheartedapp?fbclid=IwAR3Mk3FNMMbC4_EwZaHwzHNgugWNL4Pnm7dANcrcEMKRKXfYFN5SPGgSGcU