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ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

EP. 309: Redefining ADHD in the Latinx Community: Insights from Izzie Chea

Dec 4, 2024
Izzie Chea, an educator and neurodivergence advocate, shares her empowering journey after a late ADHD diagnosis. She discusses how growing up in a traditional Latinx environment influenced her experiences and fueled her passion for advocacy. Izzie highlights her innovative projects, including La Neuropicante and the Hiki app, aimed at uplifting neurodivergent voices. She also offers practical productivity tips and emphasizes the importance of mental health and community support, showcasing how her challenges transformed into opportunities for growth.
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  • Izzie Chea emphasizes the need to recognize ADHD as a part of one's identity, not just a disorder, fostering self-acceptance.
  • The podcast discusses the cultural stigmas surrounding ADHD in the Latinx community and the necessity for open conversations to challenge these misconceptions.

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