In this conversation, I chat to Michelle Jaques, and discuss the complexities of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) through personal experiences. Michelle shares her journey as a mother of two neurodivergent children, one diagnosed with ARFID, highlighting the daily challenges, emotional toll, and societal misunderstandings surrounding the condition. They explore the impact of ARFID on family dynamics, health, and the importance of raising awareness and finding support. The discussion emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding from others, as well as the unique struggles faced by families dealing with ARFID. You can find Michelle on social media here:

www.Instagram.com/arfid_life_uk

www.tiktok.com/@arfid_life_uk

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/1A2pXSifhD/

If you'd like more information on ARFID you can go to:

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk

In this episode I chat to Laura Mears-Reynolds, Globally acclaimed ADHD Podcaster and Activist, Twice NDA Award Nominee, and now ADHDAF+ Charity CEO.

We discuss the challenges and triumphs of living with ADHD, the importance of community support, and the advocacy work being done to raise awareness and provide resources for those affected by ADHD. We explore personal experiences, the impact of gender on ADHD understanding, and the significance of creative approaches to education and awareness, including the vibrant ADHD AF Day.

You can find Laura online at

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdafpodcast/

ADHDAF podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Bt32kDxZGiGjW8v1q3Lk7?si=cb91e898d5e24145

ADHDAF website: https://www.adhdasfemales.com

ADHDAF Emporium: https://www.adhdafemporium.com/

In this episode I chat to Calial McCarty. Calial is a therapist, parent, trainer, and consultant focused on mental health, neurodivergence, and complex health needs, and author of Naturally Divergent, her first book.

We talk about why Calial wrote her book, and what it's for. We dive in to the benefits of the MIGDAS assessment tool for autism and why it's superior to the ADOS. We also share our views and stories parenting neurodivergent children as neurodivergent adults.

You can find Calial at https://www.mccartytherapysolutions.com and on social media https://www.instagram.com/naturally_divergent_therapist/ and https://www.facebook.com/calial.lyon

Her book is available here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/naturally-divergent/calial-mccarty//9798218724382