Please VOTE for me in the Women In Podcasting awards!! Just go to  https://www.womenpodcasters.com/vote    and find me in the Parenting section. Thank you - forever grateful   Today's Episode:  Are you feeling overwhelmed after a diagnosis for your teen? Struggling to manage challenging behaviors? Or perhaps you’re experiencing a sense of loss as you adjust to this new reality? Parenting a neurodivergent teen—or being neurodiverse yourself—can feel overwhelming, complex, and incredibly daunting. This week I am joined by Duncan Casburn, also known as PDA Dad UK , a You Tuber and SEND advocate who has created a thriving online community. Duncan shares his personal journey of raising a neurodivergent daughter with autism and PDA, shedding light on the everyday challenges of a neurodiverse family and how he’s learned to navigate this unexpected path. In this episode we dive into: -          The impact of neurodiversity on mental health -          Feelings of isolation & inadequacy -          The journey to acceptance -          School avoidance & masking -          The harmful effect of parent-blame -          The hidden magic within It’s a juicy one! So join us to explore the importance of continuous learning and adapting as a parent, how to celebrate & embrace the differences, and ultimately what it takes to navigate the complexities of a neurodivergent's world (it’s simpler than you think!) TUNE IN TODAY!   To find & follow Duncan go to: You Tube Insta / Facebook or this LINK   What to do next? REGISTER for the Children’s Mental Health Matters Summit 2024: 58 Speakers - 10 Days - Online Event - Completely FREE - 16th-27th Sept Covering anxiety, school avoidance, neurodiversity, mindset, emotional regulation, support for self harm, self-care and MORE Save your Spot TODAY! www.childrensmentalhealthmatterssummit.co.uk   And then: Vote for me!  Subscribe to the podcast! Join the Mailing list to get weekly tips, guidance & info Or check out my Website   Exciting news! Your Teen, Anxiety and You has been listed as #3 in the top 35 Anxiety podcasts in the UK! Thank you to everyone who has subscribed and supported it so far. The full list can be found here:  https://blog.feedspot.com/uk_anxiety_podcasts/   Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational & educational purposes and is not intended to replace medical advice. The use of this information is at the listener's discretion and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment.