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Neurodivergent Insights with Dr. Megan Anna Neff

Neurodivergent Insights
ADHD
Autism
Neurodivergence
Mindfulness
Acceptance Commitment Therapy
Emotional Regulation
Self-Care For Autistic People
Body Movement
Stress Cycle
Mental Health
Neurodivergent Community
Sensory Overload
Holiday Syndrome
Interoception
Burnout
Dsm-5
Audi HD
Neurodivergent Needs
Values Work
Neurodivergent Insights

The Neurodivergent Insights Podcast was created by Dr. Megan Anna Neff (she/they) an Autistic-ADHD clinical psychologist who blends research, clinical insight, and lived experience to make sense of adult neurodivergence. She creates clear, compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming education for autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD adults, and for the clinicians who support them. Each podcast offers practical t... more

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The autism rate in the U.S. has risen from 1 in 150 to 1 in 31 over the past two decades. But the story behind that number is far more nuanced than the headlines suggest. In this conversation, Dr. Megan Anna Neff and Dr. Donna Henderson walk through ... more

Two Autistic burnout authors in conversation for the first time. Dr. Megan Anna Neff sits down with Amelia Nagoski, co-author of Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, to talk about what it means to complete the stress cycle when you're A... more

When autism is identified first, ADHD can hide in plain sight, tucked behind the structure, the routines, and the focused intensity that autistic neurology creates. If you've been told your focus looks "fine" while you're quietly drowning in cognitiv... more

If you’ve been told “it’s just ADHD,” there may be autistic traits hiding in plain sight under AuDHD. In this episode, I walk through six ways ADHD can overshadow autism in AuDHD adults, and what that actually feels like in everyday life.

Whether yo... more

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Amelia Nagoski
Co-author of Burnout, and expert on stress cycles
Burnout book authors (with Emily Nagoski)
Episode: Autistic Burnout and the Stress Cycle with Amelia Nagoski

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Dr. Megan Anna Neff
Autistic-ADHD clinical psychologist and author, founder of Neurodivergent Insights; frequently appears as lead host and clinical contributor.

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Autistic Burnout and the Stress Cycle with Amelia Nagoski
Q: Is this concept still applicable to people who live with chronic high baseline stress or neurodivergent folks who may not feel a clear return to a baseline?
Yes; everyone has an autonomic nervous system with the capacity to access safety states, and the idea can be adapted by identifying personal footholds or rituals that help re-enter a state of calm, even if that baseline feels perpetually elevated.
Autistic Burnout and the Stress Cycle with Amelia Nagoski
Q: For someone who's never heard this concept before, can you explain what the stress cycle is and what the difference is between a stress and a stressor?
The stress response is a cycle that engages multiple body systems to prepare for potential danger, but to truly resolve stress we must go beyond the triggering event and complete the cycle by engaging in actions that signal safety to the body, such as physical movement, social connection, and mindful processing.
Autistic Self-Care When You’re Overwhelmed
Q: How did we go from the book on self-care to the card deck?
Dr. Neff mentions that Dr. Donna Henderson suggested turning the book into a card deck, leading to the creation of a more accessible format for self-care activities.
Mindfulness on the Go: Why Stillness Backfires for Neurodivergent Minds
Q: How do we now pull all of this together?
Start small with mindfulness practices that resonate with you, aiming for observation without judgment.
Mindfulness on the Go: Why Stillness Backfires for Neurodivergent Minds
Q: How do we shift more into channel two thinking?
Flipping into channel two helps us to understand what's happening, allowing for a more grounded experience.

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The show centers on adult neurodivergence, with a strong emphasis on autistic-ADHD intersections, lived experience, and practical strategies for managing daily life. Across episodes, topics rotate around burnout, masking, sensory health, identity, and the social and policy factors shaping access to care. The host(s) blend clinical insight, research-informed approaches, and personal narratives to unpack complex neurodivergent experiences, highlighting actionable tools for self-advocacy, mental health, and community support. Notable angles include the evolving language of neurodivergence, the role of collective care, and the balancing act between personal values and sensory needs, making the content especially useful for clinicians, partners,... more

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