The Neurodivergent Woman

EDS, POTS, and MCAS with Dr Megan Thomas and Bianca Comfort

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May 18, 2025
Dr. Megan Thomas, a Specialist GP with lived experience of EDS, POTS, and MCAS, joins forces with Bianca Comfort, a neurodivergent Clinical Psychologist and advocate. They discuss the emotional toll of chronic illnesses intertwined with neurodivergence. The duo emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and the role of social media in raising awareness. Practical advice for navigating healthcare, the significance of a supportive community, and strategies for managing these complex conditions are shared, offering insight into a world often misunderstood.
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INSIGHT

Neurodivergence as Identity and Community

  • Neurodivergence is both an identity and a way of perceiving the world.
  • It fosters community and self-acceptance among those who think differently.
ANECDOTE

Megan's Neurodivergence Discovery

  • Megan Thomas discovered her own neurodivergence later in life after identifying as neurotypical.
  • A friend's insight helped her realize she was autistic, ADHD, gifted, and twice exceptional, changing her self-understanding.
INSIGHT

Late Diagnosis Complexities

  • Late diagnosis of neurodivergence brings both gratitude and grief.
  • Living with neurodivergence and disability reveals the challenges of inaccessibility and fosters mutual growth with clients.
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