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Content provided by Theo Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Theo Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this podcast episode, Theo Smith interviews Hannah Litt, a neurodivergent advocate, about her experiences with ADHD and OCD.

Hannah discusses the importance of intersectionality and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.

She emphasizes the need for validation, support, and understanding from both organizations and communities. Hannah also highlights the impact of past trauma and the role of parents in advocating for their neurodivergent children.

She calls for empathy, equity, and an intersectional approach in creating inclusive environments for everyone.

Keywords: neurodiversity, intersectionality, ADHD, OCD, support, validation, trauma, education system, parents, organisations, empathy, equity, inclusion

Takeaways

  • Validation and support are crucial for neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.
  • Intersectionality is important in understanding the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals from different backgrounds.
  • Parents play a vital role in advocating for their neurodivergent children and creating a supportive environment.
  • Organisations should prioritise empathy, equity, and inclusion to support neurodivergent employees.
  • Education systems need to provide better support and resources for neurodivergent students.
  • There is a need for greater awareness, education, and understanding of neurodiversity in communities and organisations.

You can find out more about Hannah and her work here:

https://hannahlitt.com/

  continue reading

78 episodes

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Manage episode 430811227 series 2542783
Content provided by Theo Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Theo Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this podcast episode, Theo Smith interviews Hannah Litt, a neurodivergent advocate, about her experiences with ADHD and OCD.

Hannah discusses the importance of intersectionality and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.

She emphasizes the need for validation, support, and understanding from both organizations and communities. Hannah also highlights the impact of past trauma and the role of parents in advocating for their neurodivergent children.

She calls for empathy, equity, and an intersectional approach in creating inclusive environments for everyone.

Keywords: neurodiversity, intersectionality, ADHD, OCD, support, validation, trauma, education system, parents, organisations, empathy, equity, inclusion

Takeaways

  • Validation and support are crucial for neurodivergent individuals in navigating systems that were not built for them.
  • Intersectionality is important in understanding the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals from different backgrounds.
  • Parents play a vital role in advocating for their neurodivergent children and creating a supportive environment.
  • Organisations should prioritise empathy, equity, and inclusion to support neurodivergent employees.
  • Education systems need to provide better support and resources for neurodivergent students.
  • There is a need for greater awareness, education, and understanding of neurodiversity in communities and organisations.

You can find out more about Hannah and her work here:

https://hannahlitt.com/

  continue reading

78 episodes

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