How I Cope with Grief and ADHD: Emotional Insights on Bereavement and Neurodivergence
About this episode
Kate Moryoussef and Alex Spencer discuss the intersection of grief and ADHD, sharing personal experiences and insights on resilience and community support.
This conversation is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of community during the grieving process. In this week's episode of the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, Kate is joined by Alex Spencer for a deeply moving conversation regarding her experience of grief and ADHD, following the death of her beloved son, Declan, in 2023. Alex is a holistic therapist, bereavement coach-in-training, and host of The Functioning Griefster podcast . Alex was diagnosed with ADHD later in life, after years of being labelled “ditzy,” “stupid,” or “the class clown” at school due to undiagnosed ADHD and dyslexia. Alex now uses her lived experience to speak openly about neurodiversity, grief, and resilience and has channelled her energy into creating a safe space for honest conversations about loss, mental health, and carrying on while still carrying grief. This conversation is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of community during the grieving process. In this episode, we explore: Alex's experience of ADHD, including misunderstanding as a child How being Declan's Mum changed Alex's mindset and understanding of…
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