Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 942: Mental Health Q&A w/ Dr. Courtney Tolinski
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Oct 1, 2025 
Dr. Courtney Tolinski, a licensed psychologist specializing in children and families, shares insights on mental health. She dives into supporting neurodivergent colleagues and navigating ADHD in the workplace. Topics include the importance of self-disclosure and recognizing traits of autism and ADHD in adults. Courtney discusses utilizing AI as a mental health tool but emphasizes the invaluable role of human empathy. Additionally, she provides practical advice on preventing burnout and detaching self-worth from productivity.
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Structure Work And Ask What Helps
- Provide structure and break projects into explicit, short tasks for neurodivergent teammates.
- Offer open office hours and ask them what feedback and supports work best for them.
Neurodiversity Presents On A Spectrum
- Neurodiversity is a spectrum and ADHD/autism present differently across people.
- Expect varied combinations of strengths and challenges rather than a single pattern.
Scott’s Inbox And To‑Do Lifelines
- Scott describes relying on a strict to‑do system and inbox-cleaning to manage ADHD.
- He uses snooze and tasks as external memory to prevent items from getting lost.