WTF is AuDHD? E1 | Who are we and why are we doing this?
Jan 20, 2025
Join two late-diagnosed sisters as they share their journeys through ADHD and autism. They discuss the hidden struggles of masking and the effects of societal expectations on neurodivergent individuals. Personal stories highlight the need for greater understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity, especially among women and non-white individuals. The importance of community support and self-identification shines through, offering insights into the unique experiences of those navigating life with AuDHD.
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Why This Podcast Exists
- Ellie and Paige started the podcast because late diagnosis left gaps in research and support for women and non-stereotypical presentations.
- They aim to share lived experience so others can recognize and relate to ADHD, autism, or their combination.
Childhood Epiphany From A Book
- Paige recounts reading a book about Asperger's as a child and immediately recognizing herself.
- She later learned she has ADHD and Tourette's and believes she is autistic despite not having a formal autism diagnosis.
Tourette's Diagnosis Moment
- Paige describes being taken to a neurologist for tics and being told she had Tourette's, which she initially rejected.
- That early labeling felt disheartening and illustrates how young diagnoses can be experienced.
