In this week’s heartfelt episode of Spectrum and Synergy, join your neurodivergent hosts, Daisy and Foggy, as they embark on a deeply personal and insightful discussion. The episode kicks off on a high note, exploring the transformative power of music and movement in the neurodivergent experience, highlighted by Foggy’s introduction to her new movement classes designed especially for neurodivergent individuals. This engaging start serves as a perfect prelude to the episode’s core - Daisy’s candid recount of her diagnosis journey with Autism and ADHD.

From the initial steps of approaching a GP and navigating the referral process to the intricate phases of the waiting list, pre-assessment questionnaires, and the assessment itself, Daisy opens up about the whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and revelations she encountered along the way. The hosts delve into the reasons behind seeking a diagnosis, the anticipation and anxiety leading up to the assessment, and the rollercoaster of feelings during and after the process.

Daisy and Foggy don’t shy away from discussing both the light and dark sides of their experiences. They highlight the positive outcomes and self-discoveries from Daisy’s assessment journey, while also addressing the hurdles, providing an unfiltered perspective on the realities of obtaining a neurodivergent diagnosis as an adult.

Listeners are invited to find solace, understanding, and perhaps even answers within this episode of Spectrum and Synergy. Whether you are navigating your own diagnostic journey, supporting someone who is, or simply wish to gain insight into the neurodivergent world, this episode promises to touch your heart, stimulate your mind, and move your spirit.

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