Episode 65 - Real Talk: Fathers on the Frontline of Special Needs Parenting
Jun 27, 2024 ·
1h 2m 53s
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Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation in this episode of the ADHD Care Podcast. Host, Archie, sits down with special guest Simba Munyukwi to explore the unique challenges...
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Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation in this episode of the ADHD Care Podcast. Host, Archie, sits down with special guest Simba Munyukwi to explore the unique challenges and profound joys of raising children with special educational needs (SEN).
Archie, father to a son with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Simba, father to a son with Autism, open up about their personal journeys from pre-diagnosis to the present day. In a society where men often struggle to express their feelings and experiences, this episode sheds light on the emotional and practical aspects of fatherhood in the context of SEN.
Through their frank discussion, Archie and Simba explore:
- The early signs and steps leading to their children’s diagnoses
- The emotional impact and immediate challenges they faced
- The importance of support systems and open communication
- Daily life and balancing family dynamics
- The stigma and misconceptions surrounding special needs parenting
- Key advice and positive takeaways for other fathers and parents in similar situations
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Archie, father to a son with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Simba, father to a son with Autism, open up about their personal journeys from pre-diagnosis to the present day. In a society where men often struggle to express their feelings and experiences, this episode sheds light on the emotional and practical aspects of fatherhood in the context of SEN.
Through their frank discussion, Archie and Simba explore:
- The early signs and steps leading to their children’s diagnoses
- The emotional impact and immediate challenges they faced
- The importance of support systems and open communication
- Daily life and balancing family dynamics
- The stigma and misconceptions surrounding special needs parenting
- Key advice and positive takeaways for other fathers and parents in similar situations
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