Are you parenting a neurodivergent child and struggling with all that can entail?

This episode can help. I am joined by Clinical Psychologists Dr Jo Mueller and Dr Lauren Breese to discuss the complexities of neurodivergent parenting. We explore common misconceptions about neurodivergent children, the challenges of managing meltdowns and sensory overload, and the mental health struggles faced by parents.

This conversation is about empowering parents to find ways to cope, and emphasises the importance of community support, practical strategies for stress management, and the need for advocating for your child within educational settings.

Highlights include:

04:45 Misconceptions About Neurodivergent Children
09:30 Managing Sensory Overload and Meltdowns
16:50 Mental Health Challenges for Parents
23:57 Coping in Neurodivergent Households
31:53 Advocating for Your Child

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This week's guests:

Dr Jo Mueller and Dr Lauren Breese are clinical psychologists who run The Neurodiversity Practice with their colleague, Dr Siobhan Higgins. With over 50 years of collective clinical & lived expertise in the world of neurodiversity, they founded The Neurodiversity Practice to make high-quality, evidence-based information & support accessible to a wider audience. The practice offers unique support and resources to parents via The Neurodivergent Parent Space community, to help them navigate neurodivergent family life with authenticity and positivity, plus neuroinclusivity training to practitioners and organisations.

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