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Toward an Inclusive Future: Insights from Alice Hewson, Author of 'Neurodiversity in the Workplace'
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Neuro Rainbow Cast with Alice Hewson: ADHD, Dyspraxia, and Neurodiversity in the Workplace
In this episode of the Neuro Rainbow Cast, Autisticly Aar interviews Alice Hewson, a writer from the northeast with dyspraxia and ADHD, about her neurodivergent journey and her new book, 'Neurodiversity in the Workplace.' Alice shares her experiences growing up with neurodivergent conditions under a system that often lacked adequate support. She discusses her late ADHD diagnosis during adulthood, coping mechanisms, and the importance of systemic inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in educational and workplace environments. Alice's book sheds light on creating psychologically safe workplaces and promotes changing cultural practices to better support neurodivergent employees. They also touch on current issues like the ADHD medication shortage and Alice's advocacy for universal design and effective communication in the workplace.
The running order of the conversation
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:22 Meet Alice Hewson: Author and Advocate
01:11 Alice's Neurodivergent Journey
02:50 University Challenges and Early Career
07:01 Discovering ADHD and Its Impact
15:03 The Importance of Systemic Inclusion
26:40 Inspiration Behind the Book
32:16 Research and Writing Process
35:26 Embracing Mistakes and Learning
36:10 Supportive Work Environments
36:56 Psychological Safety at Work
41:51 Mental Health First Aid Training
44:19 Advocating for Change
47:42 Political Perspectives on Disability
54:42 Challenges in Disability Advocacy
01:01:01 Universal Accessibility and Individual Needs
01:04:15 ADHD Medication Shortages
01:06:48 Final Thoughts and Book Promotion
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55 Episoden
Manage episode 432666103 series 2851319
Neuro Rainbow Cast with Alice Hewson: ADHD, Dyspraxia, and Neurodiversity in the Workplace
In this episode of the Neuro Rainbow Cast, Autisticly Aar interviews Alice Hewson, a writer from the northeast with dyspraxia and ADHD, about her neurodivergent journey and her new book, 'Neurodiversity in the Workplace.' Alice shares her experiences growing up with neurodivergent conditions under a system that often lacked adequate support. She discusses her late ADHD diagnosis during adulthood, coping mechanisms, and the importance of systemic inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in educational and workplace environments. Alice's book sheds light on creating psychologically safe workplaces and promotes changing cultural practices to better support neurodivergent employees. They also touch on current issues like the ADHD medication shortage and Alice's advocacy for universal design and effective communication in the workplace.
The running order of the conversation
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:22 Meet Alice Hewson: Author and Advocate
01:11 Alice's Neurodivergent Journey
02:50 University Challenges and Early Career
07:01 Discovering ADHD and Its Impact
15:03 The Importance of Systemic Inclusion
26:40 Inspiration Behind the Book
32:16 Research and Writing Process
35:26 Embracing Mistakes and Learning
36:10 Supportive Work Environments
36:56 Psychological Safety at Work
41:51 Mental Health First Aid Training
44:19 Advocating for Change
47:42 Political Perspectives on Disability
54:42 Challenges in Disability Advocacy
01:01:01 Universal Accessibility and Individual Needs
01:04:15 ADHD Medication Shortages
01:06:48 Final Thoughts and Book Promotion
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55 Episoden
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