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Parenting Autism and ADHD

Parenting Autism and ADHD

著者： Cliff Kilmister
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2026年5月12日まで。4か月目以降は月額1,500円で自動更新します。

概要

 Parenting Autism and ADHD is a podcast designed to support parents and carers of children with autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), and other neurodevelopmental challenges, as well as children struggling with school attendance, even if they haven’t yet been diagnosed. Each episode offers practical guidance on helping your child attend school with less stress, manage meltdowns, and navigate obstacles in the education system. Through expert advice, real-life stories, and actionable strategies, we aim to empower you to overcome school refusal, sensory sensitivities, and behavioural struggles with confidence. Our mission is to build a supportive community where parents and carers can connect, share experiences, and access the tools they need for their child’s success, while fostering collaboration between parents and teachers to create a strong, unified support system. 人間関係 子育て 心理学 心理学・心の健康 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Time Blindness and Meltdowns: Navigating the Spring Forward with Neurodivergent Kids

    Time Blindness and Meltdowns: Navigating the Spring Forward with Neurodivergent Kids
    2026/04/01
    In this solo episode, Cliff gets right to the heart of how the recent clock change affects neurodivergent children. Diving into the biology behind circadian rhythms, he explains why the seemingly harmless spring forward can lead to increased meltdowns, dysregulation, and school refusal for kids who rely heavily on routine. With the Easter holidays compounding these schedule disruptions, this episode is a vital reminder for parents to give their kids (and themselves) some much-needed grace and space. EPISODE REVEALS The disruption caused by changing the clocks isn't behavioral defiance; it is a fundamental disruption of a child's biological circadian rhythm, affecting their sleep, energy, and focus. Studies from the American Heart Association show a 24% increase in heart attacks and a rise in strokes immediately following the time change, highlighting the severe physical toll this biological disruption takes. During times of dysregulation, parents should prioritize helping their child regulate their nervous system rather than enforcing strict discipline or demanding answers in the heat of the moment. Encourage children to become silent observers of their thoughts. Using hypnotherapy techniques, like giving their inner "mind bully" a ridiculous voice, can help strip away the power of negative self-talk. BEST MOMENTS "It's probably tough enough for neurotypical people and children, but when you add neurodivergence into the mix, we don't like change." "Become the silent observer of your own thoughts... suddenly the power starts to drift out of that negative self-talk." EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.neurodiverselifeskills.com/ Kathryn Lovewel episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/nurture-kindness-confidence-and-self-compassion/id1810681675?i=1000745971907 RESOURCES Cliff´s book “What To Do When Your Child Shuts Down” - ⁠⁠https://amzn.eu/d/3trk6pw CLIFF´S SERVICES Are you struggling with anxiety and want support from someone who has been there and come out the other side? - Message Cliff here and take advantage of his founding members offer: https://m.me/cliff.kilmister Are you feeling overwhelmed with EHCP paperwork or are you stuck? Cliff, who has personally been through the process offers body-doubling and step-by-step support. You can contact him here - https://m.me/cliff.kilmister CONTACT ME Instagram: @cliff_kilmister08 Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/cliff.kilmister X - @KilmisterCliff YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingAutismandADHD HOST BIO Cliff Kilmister is a dedicated parent, advocate, and cat whisperer with firsthand experience raising a child with autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Having navigated the challenges of school refusal, meltdowns, and sensory sensitivities, Cliff brings an empathetic, real-world perspective to the podcast. When he's not helping his child thrive, he’s dodging the evil stares of his three cats, who are plotting to take over the world (fortunately, they still haven’t figured out how to use the tin opener). Cliff offers practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories to help families facing similar struggles. Cliff is focused on connecting with professionals and networks to raise awareness about the growing need for the education system to adapt to the increasing neurodiverse population. Join the community on Patreon to share experiences, access exclusive content, and work together for change! This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    23 分
  • Exploring and Tackling Anxiety in the Neuro Divergent World with Tash Hutcheson

    Exploring and Tackling Anxiety in the Neuro Divergent World with Tash Hutcheson
    2026/03/25
    I'm delighted to welcome back a returning guest to the show, Tash Hutcheson, a neuro diversity life coach who works with parents and individuals navigating ADHD, autism, and anxiety. In this conversation, we explore anxiety in the neurodivergent world, why it can feel so intense, and how things like environment, expectations and our inner dialogue can amplify that experience. We also talk about the idea of the mind bully, that voice in our heads that is often incredibly harsh, and how learning to recognise it is the first step toward turning it into something more supportive, and we explore simple tools, breathing, movement, awareness and understanding our own operating system that can help us regulate and navigate the world a little more gently. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety or found that your inner voice can sometimes be your toughest critic, this conversation is for you. Let's dive in. EPISODE REVEALS Noticing what drains you and what genuinely boosts you means you can catch anxiety earlier and choose tools—like movement, music, or nature—that actually refill your tank instead of slipping into overwhelm. Most neurodiverse people feel emotions very strongly. So, negative feedback really hurts. It is very easy to be over critical of yourself. Naming and externalising your “mind bully” makes it easier to challenge harsh self‑talk and start building an inner cheerleader instead. Learning to pause, listen and validate your child’s voices really helps to protect neurodivergent kids’ sense of worth. When you do this you break the negative cycle and ensure your kids don´t suffer in the way you did. BEST MOMENTS "We need to understand for ourselves, what triggers our anxiety, and what does anxiety feel like in our bodies when it first starts to show up?" " I'd rather get beaten up with a stick than what I do to myself sometimes with the inner thoughts....Find the kindness in your own inner thoughts." EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.neurodiverselifeskills.com/ Kathryn Lovewel episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/nurture-kindness-confidence-and-self-compassion/id1810681675?i=1000745971907 RESOURCES Cliff´s book “What To Do When Your Child Shuts Down” - ⁠⁠https://amzn.eu/d/3trk6pw CLIFF´S SERVICES Are you struggling with anxiety and want support from someone who has been there and come out the other side? - Message Cliff here and take advantage of his founding members offer: https://m.me/cliff.kilmister Are you feeling overwhelmed with EHCP paperwork or are you stuck? Cliff, who has personally been through the process offers body-doubling and step-by-step support. You can contact him here - https://m.me/cliff.kilmister CONTACT ME Instagram: @cliff_kilmister08 Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/cliff.kilmister X - @KilmisterCliff YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingAutismandADHD HOST BIO Cliff Kilmister is a dedicated parent, advocate, and cat whisperer with firsthand experience raising a child with autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Having navigated the challenges of school refusal, meltdowns, and sensory sensitivities, Cliff brings an empathetic, real-world perspective to the podcast. When he's not helping his child thrive, he’s dodging the evil stares of his three cats, who are plotting to take over the world (fortunately, they still haven’t figured out how to use the tin opener). Cliff offers practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories to help families facing similar struggles. Cliff is focused on connecting with professionals and networks to raise awareness about the growing need for the education system to adapt to the increasing neurodiverse population. Join the community on Patreon to share experiences, access exclusive content, and work together for change! This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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  • Teaching Your Children Skills They Will Use Later to Thrive in The Workplace with Kirsty Heap

    Teaching Your Children Skills They Will Use Later to Thrive in The Workplace with Kirsty Heap
    2026/03/18
    Today, Cliff is joined by Kirsty Heap an HR professional and advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace. As someone who has been diagnosed with both dyslexia and ADHD Kirsty brings both professional expertise and lived experience to the conversation. Together, they explore what neurodiversity really means inside organisations, how workplaces can better support neurodivergent employees, and why understanding different ways of thinking, communicating, and processing the world isn't just good for people, it's good for business too. They talk about the realities many neurodivergent individuals face at work, from recruitment and disclosure to adjustments, burnout, masking and building environments where people can genuinely thrive. If you're a parent thinking about your child's future in the workplace, an employer wanting to better support your team, or someone navigating work while neurodivergent yourself, this conversation is for you. EPISODE REVEALS Teach your children to be kind to themselves. Develop a toolbox with them that they can use to silence the internal voice that keeps telling them that they are not good enough. It is something they will need to do throughout their lives. Own your neurodivergence in the workplace. That honesty is the best way to improve understanding and unlock support. Neurotypical people genuinely don´t understand what neurodiversity is like. If you need something to change e.g. a clear written follow up after each meeting, you will need to explain the positive difference this will make to your work. Don´t suffer in silence. Get coaching to learn how to work through issues and become stronger in the workplace. Knowing how to calm yourself is an invaluable skill. BEST MOMENTS "Acceptance has been key, it´s changed my whole outlook on life, the way I interact with people, the way I have relationships with friends and with partners, has been down to my acceptance of my condition." "Let nobody dull your shine. Shine bright and own it." “If we feel valued and supported, we naturally are going to be happier and want to kind of do our best as well.” "Slow down to go faster." ABOUT THE GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstyheap/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDyslexicCoach/ Instagram - @kirstyheapcoaching TikTok - @mindsetelevatorKirsty https://kirstyheap.com/ RESOURCES Cliff´s book “What To Do When Your Child Shuts Down” - ⁠⁠https://amzn.eu/d/3trk6pw CLIFF´S SERVICES Are you struggling with anxiety and want support from someone who has been there and come out the other side? - Message Cliff here and take advantage of his founding members offer: https://m.me/cliff.kilmister Are you feeling overwhelmed with EHCP paperwork or are you stuck? Cliff, who has personally been through the process offers body-doubling and step-by-step support. You can contact him here - https://m.me/cliff.kilmister CONTACT ME Instagram: @cliff_kilmister08 Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/cliff.kilmister X - @KilmisterCliff YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingAutismandADHD HOST BIO Cliff Kilmister is a dedicated parent, advocate, and cat whisperer with firsthand experience raising a child with autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Having navigated the challenges of school refusal, meltdowns, and sensory sensitivities, Cliff brings an empathetic, real-world perspective to the podcast. When he's not helping his child thrive, he’s dodging the evil stares of his three cats, who are plotting to take over the world (fortunately, they still haven’t figured out how to use the tin opener). Cliff offers practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories to help families facing similar struggles. Cliff is focused on connecting with professionals and networks to raise awareness about the growing need for the education system to adapt to the increasing neurodiverse population. Join the community on Patreon to share experiences, access exclusive content, and work together for change!
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    54 分
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