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Self-Diagnosis, Autism & ADHD in Women: Hidden Struggles and Neurodivergent Empowerment
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, hosts Jordan James and Simon Scott, are joined by Jordan's autistic daughter Sophie. Sophie recalls her experiences as a diagnosed women at university interacting with friends, colleagues and lecturers who are yet to recognise or accept they are neurodivergent. We explore how important it is to self-identify rather than self-diagnose, the shocking rates of misdiagnosis for autistic and ADHD women, and the unique challenges faced by women in understanding and accepting their neurodivergent identities.
We share personal stories, discuss societal…
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