



































S1E1 What is Neurodiversity?
In this foundational episode, Dr. Michelle Livock and Monique Mitchelson unpack what neurodiversity means, why women are often missed in diagnosis, and fresh perspectives on language, empathy, and the unique talents of neurodivergent people.
Inside this 40-page Companion Article, you’ll find:
the transcript… but on steroids – edited for readability, reflection, and real-world use
anchoring quotes, visuals, key terms, and linked resources.
reflection questions and journaling space.
Episode highlights include:
Why we’re hosting a podcast centring women and neurodivergence
What is Neurodiversity? + Language in Neurodiversity
Neurodivergent vs. Neurotypical: What drives behaviour + what drives your nervous system?
Women and underdiagnosis + masking
Neurodivergence and the empathy myth
Strengths and talents of neurodivergent people
Ramifications From Missing Different Manifestations of Diagnostic Criteria (why we need to understand neurodiversity)
🧠 For individuals: Build language to share with loved ones, care teams, or your own reflections.
💡 For professionals: Add a $3 license upgrade to use this resource in client work or trainings.
Instant PDF download. U.S. Letter size. Printable.
In this foundational episode, Dr. Michelle Livock and Monique Mitchelson unpack what neurodiversity means, why women are often missed in diagnosis, and fresh perspectives on language, empathy, and the unique talents of neurodivergent people.
Inside this 40-page Companion Article, you’ll find:
the transcript… but on steroids – edited for readability, reflection, and real-world use
anchoring quotes, visuals, key terms, and linked resources.
reflection questions and journaling space.
Episode highlights include:
Why we’re hosting a podcast centring women and neurodivergence
What is Neurodiversity? + Language in Neurodiversity
Neurodivergent vs. Neurotypical: What drives behaviour + what drives your nervous system?
Women and underdiagnosis + masking
Neurodivergence and the empathy myth
Strengths and talents of neurodivergent people
Ramifications From Missing Different Manifestations of Diagnostic Criteria (why we need to understand neurodiversity)
🧠 For individuals: Build language to share with loved ones, care teams, or your own reflections.
💡 For professionals: Add a $3 license upgrade to use this resource in client work or trainings.
Instant PDF download. U.S. Letter size. Printable.