Our first International Guest - Jenn from @NeurodiverJENNt
Jenn is a mother, an entrepreneur, and currently a YouTube content creator under the handle NeurodiverJENNt.
She is also a late diagnosed autistic and ADHD woman who received her diagnoses at the age of 39 after the diagnosis of her son.
Since then she has been sharing her story on YouTube and social media to educate, and to help others feel less alone.
Jen, a neurodivergent individual, shares her journey of creating content on YouTube to raise awareness about neurodiversity and autism. She discusses the topics of dual diagnosis of autism and ADHD, common misconceptions about neurodiversity, and the need for better representation in media. Jen emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences to help others feel less alone and promote understanding. She offers advice for neurodivergent individuals navigating the world and advocates for inclusivity and acceptance. Jen also mentions resources like Tony Atwood and Sarah Hendricks for learning more about neurodiversity.
Takeaways
Creating content on YouTube can be a powerful way to raise awareness about neurodiversity and share personal experiences.
The dual diagnosis of autism and ADHD is an important topic to discuss, as it can help individuals with similar experiences feel less alone.
There are common misconceptions about neurodiversity that need to be addressed, such as the differences in how autism can present in high masking individuals.
Promoting inclusivity and acceptance of neurodivergent individuals in society and media is crucial for creating a more understanding and supportive environment.
Personal stories and lived experiences are valuable resources for learning about neurodiversity and gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals.
Sound Bites
"I thought that monologuing on YouTube would be kind of interesting."
"I share a lot of my own story, which may hit with some people, may not hit with other people, but if you've met one autistic..."
"I've never felt accepted or included anywhere really in my life fully, until I started this YouTube channel."
Check out her Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@NeurodiverJENNt
Go to her website - https://www.neurodiverjennt.com/ - where you can also join her Discord Server.