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The NeuroKind Podcast | Autism, ADHD and Real Life

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The NeuroKind Podcast | Autism, ADHD and Real Life Welcome to The NeuroKind Podcast, a podcast about autism, ADHD, AuDHD, neurodiversity, mental health, relationships, parenting, education and what it really means to live in a neurodivergent world. Hosted by psychiatrist Dr Dominique Hannah and NeuroKind co-founder Hannah McLaughlin, The NeuroKind Podcast combines clinical expertise, lived experience, humour and honest conversations about life as autistic and ADHD women. Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, exploring a late diagnosis, supporting a neurodivergent child, navigating neurodivergent relationships, working in education, healthcare or mental health, or simply trying to better understand yourself, this podcast is for you. Each episode explores topics including: • Autism in adults • ADHD in adults • AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) • Autism and ADHD in women • Late diagnosis autism • High-masking autism • Executive dysfunction • Neurodivergent burnout • Sensory differences • Emotional regulation • Rejection sensitivity • Demand avoidance • Neurodivergent parenting • Neurodivergent relationships • Mental health and wellbeing • Workplace neurodiversity • Autism and ADHD assessment • Neurodivergent identity • School and education experiences • Supporting neurodivergent children • Inclusion and belonging At NeuroKind, we believe that understanding your neurotype can change your life. Too many autistic and ADHD people grow up believing they are lazy, broken, disorganised, too sensitive, too emotional or simply not trying hard enough. We explore what happens when those assumptions are challenged and replaced with understanding, self-compassion and evidence-based knowledge. Expect conversations about executive functioning, burnout, masking, special interests, hyperfocus, sensory overload, anxiety, emotional wellbeing, social communication, neurodivergent strengths, practical strategies and the realities of navigating a world that is often designed for neurotypical brains. Alongside educational episodes, you’ll hear personal stories, listener questions, clinical insights and honest discussions about the challenges and joys of being neurodivergent. The NeuroKind Podcast is grounded in the neurodiversity paradigm and informed by both professional expertise and lived experience. Our goal is simple: to help people better understand themselves, understand others and create a more inclusive world for autistic, ADHD and otherwise neurodivergent people. If you’ve ever wondered: “Could I be autistic?” “Do I have ADHD?” “What is AuDHD?” “Why do I feel different?” “Why am I always exhausted?” “Why does life seem harder than it looks for everyone else?” You’re in the right place. Real brains. Real minds. REALLY neurodivergent. New episodes released regularly.

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June 28, 2026

The NeuroKind Podcast | The Wonderful World & Gifts of the Neurodivergent Brain (Autism, ADHD & AuDHD)

The Wonderful World & Gifts of the Neurodivergent Brain (Autism, ADHD & AuDHD)What if the conversation around autism, ADHD and AuDHD has been missing half the story?For decades, neurodivergence has largely been discussed through the lens of challenges, deficits and disability. While those experiences are real and deserve recognition, they’re only part of the picture. In this uplifting and evidence-informed episode we explore something that’s often overlooked: the remarkable gifts, strengths and unique perspectives of the neurodivergent brain.Together, they unpack why autistic, ADHD and AuDHD minds have contributed to some of humanity’s greatest innovations, discoveries and creative achievements. They discuss why different ways of thinking aren’t flaws to be fixed, but valuable differences that have always played an important role in society.Throughout this episode, you’ll discover why curiosity, creativity, hyperfocus, pattern recognition, innovation, honesty, loyalty and a deep sense of justice are so commonly seen in neurodivergent people. The conversation explores why so many entrepreneurs, inventors, creatives and business founders appear to think differently, and why environments that recognise neurodivergent strengths are often the key to helping people thrive. You’ll hear why ADHD isn’t simply an attention deficit, but an attention regulation difference, how hyperfocus can become a remarkable asset, and why autistic monotropism allows many people to develop extraordinary expertise in subjects they love.Dominique also explains the evolution of our understanding of AuDHD, including why autism and ADHD couldn’t be diagnosed together until the release of DSM-5 in 2013, and what current research tells us about the significant overlap between these neurotypes. Together, they discuss how understanding both autism and ADHD can completely transform someone’s understanding of themselves.This episode also explores justice sensitivity, deep empathy, authentic relationships, creativity, resilience, environmental fit, psychological safety and why so many neurodivergent adults spend years believing they’re broken before finally discovering that their brains simply work differently. Hannah and Dominique discuss the importance of creating environments that recognise strengths instead of focusing exclusively on difficulties.Most importantly, this conversation challenges the idea that neurodivergence is something to be cured. Instead, it offers a hopeful, neuro-affirming perspective: that autism, ADHD and AuDHD are part of the natural diversity of human minds. As Dominique beautifully explains, neurodiversity isn’t a bug in humanity—it’s a feature. Different thinkers have always shaped our world, challenged convention and driven progress.Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, exploring a diagnosis, parenting a neurodivergent child, teaching in an inclusive classroom, working in healthcare, or simply wanting to better understand neurodiversity, this episode will leave you with a deeper appreciation of the extraordinary potential that exists within neurodivergent minds.• The strengths of autism, ADHD and AuDHD• Hyperfocus and monotropism• Creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship• Pattern recognition and different ways of thinking• Justice sensitivity and deep empathy• Loyalty, authenticity and meaningful relationships• The science of AuDHD and current research• Why environment matters more than deficits• Raising neurodivergent children with pride• Why different minds change the worldKeywords: autism, ADHD, AuDHD, neurodivergent, neurodiversity, autistic adults, ADHD adults, ADHD podcast, autism podcast, neurodivergent strengths, autistic strengths, ADHD strengths, hyperfocus, executive functioning, late diagnosis, neurodivergent women, parenting ADHD, parenting autism, autism education, ADHD education, neuro-affirming, mental health, inclusion, educators, teachers, psychologists, psychiatrists, NeuroKind Podcast.

June 9, 2026

AuDHD: When Autism and ADHD Exist Togethter | The NeuroKind Podcast

What happens when autism and ADHD exist in the same brain?For many people, the answer is confusion, contradiction, and decades of feeling like they don’t quite belong anywhere.In this episode of the NeuroKind Podcast, psychiatrist Dr Dominique Hannah and NeuroKind co-founder Hannah McLaughlin take a deep dive into AuDHD—the increasingly recognised presentation of co-occurring Autism and ADHD.For years, autism and ADHD were viewed as separate conditions. In fact, previous diagnostic systems did not allow both diagnoses to be given simultaneously. Modern research has transformed our understanding, revealing that many people experience characteristics of both neurotypes and that these traits often interact in unique and sometimes paradoxical ways.The conversation explores why AuDHD can feel so difficult to identify, particularly in adults who have spent their lives trying to understand themselves through only one lens. Many individuals report feeling “too autistic for the ADHD groups” and “too ADHD for the autism groups”—a feeling of existing between categories while fully belonging to neither.Dr Hannah explains how autism and ADHD can both complement and conflict with each other. The autistic desire for predictability, routine and structure can sit alongside the ADHD drive for novelty, spontaneity and stimulation. The result is often an internal push-pull that can be exhausting, confusing and difficult to explain to others.The episode examines common AuDHD experiences including:• Executive functioning difficulties• Hyperfocus and intense interests• Sensory sensitivities and sensory seeking• Social communication differences• Emotional regulation challenges• Demand avoidance and burnout• Masking and late diagnosis• The search for identity and self-understanding• Strengths associated with neurodivergent thinkingUsing historical examples and thought experiments, the discussion explores how neurodivergent traits may have influenced some of history’s most influential thinkers, scientists, artists and innovators. Importantly, the hosts discuss the limitations of retrospective diagnosis while examining the characteristics that often lead researchers and clinicians to speculate about neurodivergence in historical figures.The conversation also highlights an important issue often overlooked in discussions of history and science: the contributions of women. During a spontaneous discussion about the discovery of DNA, the hosts reflect on the crucial role played by Rosalind Franklin and the broader tendency for women’s achievements to be overlooked or forgotten.A central theme throughout the episode is that many late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD adults have spent years believing they were failing. They have tried harder, worked longer, become more organised, more disciplined and more self-critical in an effort to function in systems that were never designed for their brains. Dr Hannah offers a powerful alternative perspective: The problem was never a lack of effort. The problem was misunderstanding.Understanding one’s neurotype can transform self-perception, reduce shame and create opportunities to develop strategies that work with the brain rather than against it. The hosts introduce the concept of flexible structure—the idea that many AuDHD individuals thrive not with rigid routines or complete freedom, but with adaptable systems that balance predictability and autonomy.Above all, this episode is a message of validation.Whether you are newly diagnosed, questioning whether you may be neurodivergent, supporting a neurodivergent family member, or simply interested in the evolving science of autism and ADHD, this conversation provides an accessible and compassionate introduction to AuDHD.Neurodiversity research is still developing. Our understanding of AuDHD continues to evolve. Yet for many people, finally discovering that autism and ADHD can coexist offers a framework that makes sense of a lifetime of experiences.

May 4, 2026

Signs of Autism in Girls & Women: Social Struggles, Masking, Burnout, and Late Diagnosis

In this episode of It’s Not Just You, Hannah McLaughlin and Dr Dominique explore the signs of autism in girls and women — not just what autism looks like from the outside, but what it feels like on the inside.We talk about why autistic girls are so often missed, how masking and social performance can hide distress, and why many women grow up feeling “different” without knowing why.This conversation explores:<ul><li>Autism in girls and women</li><li>Late diagnosis and missed diagnosis</li><li>Masking, camouflaging and social exhaustion</li><li>Special interests that fly under the radar</li><li>Friendship, boundaries and social confusion</li><li>Interoception, alexithymia and emotional intensity</li><li>The “good girl” and “problem child” presentations</li><li>Burnout, anxiety and the cost of performing</li><li>Why understanding your neurotype can change everything</li></ul>If you’ve ever felt like you were performing your way through life, or wondered why everything seemed harder than it looked, this episode is for you.It’s Not Just You is a NeuroKind podcast hosted by Dr Dominique Hannah and Hannah McLaughlin.

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What is The NeuroKind Podcast | Autism, ADHD and Real Life?: The NeuroKind Podcast | Autism, ADHD and Real Life

Welcome to The NeuroKind Podcast, a podcast about autism, ADHD, AuDHD, neurodiversity, mental health, relationships, parenting, education and what it really means to live in a neurodivergent world.

Hosted by psychiatrist Dr Dominique Hannah and NeuroKind co-founder Hannah McLaughlin, The NeuroKind Podcast combines clinical expertise, lived experience, humour and honest conversations about life as autistic and ADHD women.

Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, exploring a late diagnosis, supporting a neurodivergent child, navigating neurodivergent relationships, working in education, healthcare or mental health, or simply trying to better understand yourself, this podcast is for you.

Each episode explores topics including:

• Autism in adults • ADHD in adults • AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) • Autism and ADHD in women • Late diagnosis autism • High-masking autism • Executive dysfunction • Neurodivergent burnout • Sensory differences • Emotional regulation • Rejection sensitivity • Demand avoidance • Neurodivergent parenting • Neurodivergent relationships • Mental health and wellbeing • Workplace neurodiversity • Autism and ADHD assessment • Neurodivergent identity • School and education experiences • Supporting neurodivergent children • Inclusion and belonging

At NeuroKind, we believe that understanding your neurotype can change your life. Too many autistic and ADHD people grow up believing they are lazy, broken, disorganised, too sensitive, too emotional or simply not trying hard enough. We explore what happens when those assumptions are challenged and replaced with understanding, self-compassion and evidence-based knowledge.

Expect conversations about executive functioning, burnout, masking, special interests, hyperfocus, sensory overload, anxiety, emotional wellbeing, social communication, neurodivergent strengths, practical strategies and the realities of navigating a world that is often designed for neurotypical brains.

Alongside educational episodes, you’ll hear personal stories, listener questions, clinical insights and honest discussions about the challenges and joys of being neurodivergent.

The NeuroKind Podcast is grounded in the neurodiversity paradigm and informed by both professional expertise and lived experience. Our goal is simple: to help people better understand themselves, understand others and create a more inclusive world for autistic, ADHD and otherwise neurodivergent people.

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Could I be autistic?” “Do I have ADHD?” “What is AuDHD?” “Why do I feel different?” “Why am I always exhausted?” “Why does life seem harder than it looks for everyone else?”

You’re in the right place.

Real brains. Real minds. REALLY neurodivergent.

New episodes released regularly.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Information about guest appearances is not available.

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