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Neurodivergent Strategies for Late-Diagnosed Adults: Find Your Divergent Path

Regina McMenomy, PhD.
Neurodivergence
ADHD
Emotional Regulation
Burnout
Pathological Demand Avoidance
Rest
Anxiety
Executive Functioning
Emotional Contagion
Relationships
Workplace Accommodations
Autonomy
Social Pressure
Vitamin D
Masking
Alexithymia
Autism
Perfectionism
Clutter
Dysregulation

Neurodivergent Strategies for Late-Diagnosed Adults is the podcast for people with ADHD, autism, and other late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults ready to unmask, heal from burnout, and build a life that works with their brain, not against it.

Hosted by Dr. Regina McMenomy, Ph.D., this show offers real talk and practical strategies for navigating executive dysfunction, rejection sensitive dysphoria ... more

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Latest Episodes

Many people think perfectionism is about ambition or high standards. But for people with anxious attachment, perfectionism can be something else entirely: a strategy for protecting connection.

In this episode of Divergent Paths, Dr. Regina McMenomy,... more

Do you crave connection but panic when you feel vulnerable?

In this episode of Divergent Paths, Dr. Regina McMenomy, Ph.D., and Russ unpack fearful avoidant attachment (also called disorganized attachment) through the lens of late-diagnosed neurodiv... more

Many late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults carry a quiet, persistent fear: What if I’m too much?

In this episode of Divergent Paths, Dr. Regina PhD explores why that fear shows up so strongly for folks with ADHD in their relationships. Emotional int... more

Have you ever sent someone a meme, a song, or a random TikTok… and then immediately spiraled when they didn’t respond?

If you’re neurodivergent, those tiny “this made me think of you” moments aren’t random. They’re emotional bids for connection.

In... more

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Juliana Allen
Somatic healing coach and civil service executive director
Episode: Breathing into Authenticity with Juliana Allen

Host

Dr. Regina McMenomy
Host and founder of Neurodivergent Strategies for Late-Diagnosed Adults, Dr. Regina McMenomy blends academic depth with personal experience. She is a neurodivergent coach and educator with a Ph.D. in Cultural Studies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • So worth the listen

    Really enjoying these episodes and learning a lot. Will be helpful to anyone navigating a late diagnosis. Also, her voice sounds nice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    weber223
    United States2 months ago
  • New listener loving the show! Being validated feels good!

    Loving your content! I am excited every time I see a new episode pop up! I have a predicament I’d like to share to see if it’s something you could address in a future episode. I am undiagnosed Autistic and ADHD. I have always been a “fence sitter.” I am empathetic so I think I always see both sides so it’s hard to pick. My predicament lies in relationships at work or school when I take the side of two different people. I listen and hear them vent about each other and I agree with both people wit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bzmama2
    United States4 months ago
  • New listener loving the show! Being validated feels good!

    Love the podcast. I am a new listener to the show. I have self-diagnosed myself as neurodivergent and possibly autistic. It just would explain a lot. Regina I love your laugh. It is authentic and contagious. I’ve learned a lot about myself by being validated by you and your experiences. After listening to a few explodes I loved the reference to past episode when he said if you tell me to do it, then I don’t want to do it anymore. I can relate 100 % and love that I am in on your joke now. Human c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bzmama2
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the validation they feel from the content, often commenting on how it resonates deeply with their personal experiences.
Many express that the discussions foster a sense of community and understanding, particularly for late-diagnosed individuals seeking to navigate their identities.
The personal anecdotes shared by the host create an authentic connection that listeners find refreshing and impactful.

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ADHD, RSD & The Anxiety of Being Left on Read
Q: What's the healthy way to pebble and to be pebbled?
Check your energy, send without pressure, and communicate clearly about how often you check messages.
ADHD, RSD & The Anxiety of Being Left on Read
Q: Does it work well for both sides?
If the receiver understands pebbling as a micro-bid for connection, it definitely works.
ADHD, RSD & The Anxiety of Being Left on Read
Q: How did you make this up? Is pebbling a real thing?
Pebbling comes from behaviors observed in penguins, who offer pebbles as gestures of care and emotional connection.
Avoidant Attachment & Neurodivergence: When Closeness Triggers Overload Instead of Comfort
Q: How do those partners, those friends, usually misunderstand this?
Partners may not understand that when someone with avoidant attachment pulls away, it's a need for space due to sensory overwhelm, not a rejection of the relationship.
Avoidant Attachment & Neurodivergence: When Closeness Triggers Overload Instead of Comfort
Q: So how does ADHD and autism amplify these?
People with ADHD and autism have a higher need for regulation due to the overwhelming amount of information they process, making closeness feel particularly challenging.

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Focusing on the experiences of neurodivergent individuals, particularly those diagnosed later in life, this series offers insightful conversations aimed at helping listeners understand and navigate the complexities of ADHD, autism, and related conditions. The discussions often tackle topics such as emotional regulation, executive dysfunction, burnout, and the societal expectations that shape neurodivergent experiences. With an emphasis on practical strategies for unmasking, healing, and embracing one's authentic self, listeners are encouraged to challenge internalized narratives around productivity and self-worth. Unique elements include personal anecdotes from the host, Dr. Regina McMenomy, blending academic insights with relatable experie... more

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