"I thought I was useless, then I discovered ADHD" - Interview with Patrick Bevan - PDA Dad UK

👎 Imagine spending your life believing "I'm useless"... only to find out you're actually ADHD and neurodivergent, opening up a world of possibilities. This was the revelation for Patrick Bevan. For years, he battled feelings of inadequacy and slipped into a "fawn" mode, striving to please others despite his successful career at the peak of his profession.

🌈 When his son received ADHD and Autism diagnoses, Patrick recognized similar traits in himself and was later diagnosed with ADHD too.

Since then, he has embraced his neurodiversity, dedicating himself to assisting other neurodivergent business leaders in doing the same.

😂 In this engaging episode, I chat with Patrick about his transformative journey, his family, and his experiences.

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In this channel, we unravel not just the 'what' but the 'who' behind these conditions. While the terms Autism and PDA are commonly recognized, true understanding is often lacking, and that’s where this channel comes in.
➡️ Our mission is to fill this gap, promoting a culture of acceptance and heightened awareness. We journey through the complex realms of autism, addressing various facets such as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), ADHD, Mental Health, and more.

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CHAPTERS
Intro 00:00
Patrick Bevan 00:34
ADHD diagnosis 01:13
People pleasing 05:58
Neurodiversity and business leaders 07:40
Representation 08:12
Little wins are big wins 09:48
Is PDA Dad neurodivergent? 13:22
Talking to actually neurodivergent people 15:05
Business leaders and Neurodiversity 17:29
Understanding masking 19:50
Connect with Patrick 24:55

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