Description

In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, we’re joined by Dr Danielle Adams, a pharmacist and expert in supporting mental health and neurodiversity in organisations, for an honest and practical conversation about what neurodiversity can look like in pharmacy and how we can create workplaces where different minds can thrive.

Danielle helps us unpack common misconceptions, the strengths neurodivergent colleagues can bring, and why traditional workplace expectations can create unnecessary barriers. We also explore practical adjustments, how assessments and diagnoses can impact support, and the different ways neurodivergence is framed from the medical model to the social model.

Whether you’re curious about neurodiversity, reflecting on your own experiences, or thinking about inclusion in your team, this episode is an invitation to explore different perspectives on neurodivergence in pharmacy and beyond.

Guest bio

Dr Danielle Adams is a UK-registered pharmacist with a PhD in Education and Psychology. She brings together clinical work, research, teaching and lived experience to help healthcare teams and businesses take more inclusive, practical approaches to mental health, neurodiversity and intellectual disability. Danielle also publishes in academic journals, reviews research papers, contributes to national guidance, advises organisations, and is a trustee for Mind in Mid Herts.

Podcast sponsorship

This podcast has been sponsored by leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of human pharmaceuticals, Orion Pharma (UK) Ltd., enabling us to further our mission to support the wellbeing of our pharmacy family. Please visit their website to find out more their core therapy areas and services: https://www.orionpharma.co.uk/

Resources and references

Pharmacist Support

To find out more about support services, please visit our website:

https://pharmacistsupport.org/how-we-can-help/

Wellbeing Learning Platform: https://pharmacistsupport.clcmoodle.org/local/roadmaplogin/login.php

Our additional mental health and wellbeing support page includes details of organisations that provide support for people with specific neurodivergent conditions:

https://pharmacistsupport.org/i-need-help-managing-my/mental-health-and-wellbeing/additional-mental-health-support/

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Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.