The Strengths of Neurodiversity with Cian Twomey & Dr. Eddie Murphy

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This week on The Mind Full Podcast, I’m delighted to bring you two incredible guests.

First up is Cork man Cian Twomey who, for the last 12 years, has been a comedy content creator, focusing mainly on character sketches depicting hilarious real-life scenarios. His work has earned him recognition as one of social media’s content pioneers, with a following that reflects his hard work and popularity. Across all social platforms, Cian has gathered over 9 million followers, with his videos exceeding a total of 4 billion views. That is mind-boggling!

Despite his enormous audience, Cian does not do many interviews. This is only his second-ever long-form interview and the very first time he has spoken in depth about his recent ADHD diagnosis.

Understanding Neurodiversity

Since the Strengths of Neurodiversity is our topic for this week, it’s only right that I welcome back to the show, clinical psychologist and star of TV’s Operation Transformation, Dr. Eddie Murphy. Eddie has a great mind and a wonderful ability to make complex concepts accessible, and we aim to make the area of neurodivergence, including ADHD, as understandable as possible. If ADHD or neurodivergence is something that you or a loved one are navigating currently, and you’re curious about what it means, how it’s experienced, the road to diagnosis, and what the benefits and strengths of neurodivergence are, then this is the episode for you.

Key Questions Explored

In this episode, we’ll tackle several important questions:

  • What is ADHD?
  • How does it feel for the person with ADHD?
  • What are the other common types of neurodiversity?
  • What are the common misconceptions?
  • What is the best way to get a diagnosis?
  • Do we actually need a diagnosis?
  • What are the strengths of neurodiversity?

Why This Topic Matters

The areas of ADHD and neurodiversity are being talked about more frequently these days. We’ve received numerous requests from listeners to cover this topic, and I’m really pleased about that because it’s an area I wanted to be educated on myself. I approach this episode very much as a listener, just like you, a parent who wants to understand how to navigate this space as my children get older. Most of all, I want it to make sense for everyone.

I truly believe this episode will be powerful for those who suspect they are not neurotypical, have a child displaying signs, or know someone who has had a diagnosis and is seeking clarity.

So, let’s get stuck into this week’s insightful episode, where we break down the myths and celebrate the strengths of neurodiversity. You won’t want to miss this enlightening discussion!

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