Aeris Wren

TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation

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TELOS is a youth-led podcast exploring the lived experiences, challenges, and strengths of neurodivergent individuals. Hosted by Aeris, an AuDHD young adult passionate about psychology and mental health equity, this show features grounded conversations, personal stories, and insights from leaders in psychology, education, and advocacy. Want to be a guest on TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation? Send Aeris Wren a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1755793077596377cc9057c11

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Aeris Wren

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Diagnosis, Self-Discovery, and Empowerment (ft Sazz Harrison) 28.11.2024 27:22

In this episode of Telos: A Neurodiversity Conversation , host Aeris sits down with Harrison to explore their journey of self-discovery, from navigating late ADHD diagnosis to embracing their neurodivergent identity. Together, they discuss the power of self-identification, the impact of societal expectations, and how a diagnosis can shift understanding and self-compassion. Harrison shares personal...

ADHD in Girls & Women: Misdiagnosis, Underdiagnosis, and Why It Happens 11.11.2024 9:00

In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation, host Aeris discusses a crucial issue that affects countless girls and women: the misdiagnosis and under-diagnosis of ADHD. For years, ADHD has been predominantly recognized as a "male" disorder, leaving many women and girls misunderstood or overlooked. Full show notes and references available on the TELOS website .

Neurodiversity Cheat Sheet: Key Terms Every Ally (and ND Person) Should Know 30.10.2024 9:40

In this episode of TELOS: A Neurodiversity Conversation , Aeris goes through some essential terminology in the neurodiversity landscape. This episode serves a guide for understanding the nuanced language surrounding neurodivergent experiences. Join us as we discover how our choice of words can impact understanding and connection within the neurodiversity community. We welcome your input—please rea...

Welcome to TELOS: A Podcast by and for Neurodivergent Youth 16.10.2024 7:50

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Telos: A Neurodiversity Conversation"! In this episode, we dive into what this podcast is all about—exploring the wide spectrum of neurodiversity and how our minds shape our experiences. As an autistic person, I share my personal journey, discuss why I started this podcast, and explain the importance of reframing neurodiversity as a natural part of human variat...