ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast Supporting ADHD Parents to Help Both Ourselves AND Our Children
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Jul 17, 2024 
In this insightful discussion, Dr. Tom Nicholson, a Neurodiversity and Mental Health Specialist, shares his expertise on navigating ADHD for both parents and children. He reflects on the societal narratives that shape our beliefs about ADHD and the importance of advocacy in education. Dr. Nicholson discusses the challenges of being neurodivergent, addressing burnout and the concept of being twice exceptional. Empowering parents with tools to support their children and emphasizing the need for awareness and inclusion are key takeaways from their conversation.
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Stories Shape ADHD Journeys
- Parents craft stories during the ADHD diagnostic journey to make sense of their and their children's experiences.
- These narratives include protagonists, antagonists, and societal pressures shaping their journey and perception of ADHD.
Mother's Advocacy Changed Tom's Path
- Dr Tom Nicholson's mother fiercely advocated for him, challenging schools and promoting positive behavior strategies early on.
- She nurtured his self-esteem by encouraging his drumming talents, which remains a shared activity with his son today.
Advocate Role Exacts Toll on Mothers
- ADHD mothers often bear the exhausting role of being the system-fighting advocate, a burden that can impact their wellbeing.
- Mother blaming and parent shaming persist in ADHD diagnosis journeys, increasing parental stress.