Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
New Diagnosis AND ADHD Assessment??? (Feat. Laura)
New Diagnosis AND ADHD Assessment??? (Feat. Laura)
New Diagnosis AND ADHD Assessment??? (Feat. Laura)
Sunday 17th March 2024
Join Laurie and Sara as they chat with Laura about their recent BPD diagnosis and ADHD assessment. A candid conversation filled with humour and valuable insights.
43 minutes
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Laura shares their journey to a BPD diagnosis.
- The importance of finding the right therapeutic support.
- How creative hobbies can serve as coping mechanisms.
- Managing impulsivity and emotional highs and lows.
- The value of community support for those with BPD.
I have to work 10 times harder to be half as functional as everyone else
In this episode of Bold Beautiful Borderline, Laurie Edmundson and Sara Amundson welcome Laura, who recently received a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Laura shares their journey through the diagnosis process, starting from the initial therapy sessions to the moment their therapist confirmed their suspicions. Laura also discusses their experiences with ADHD, including taking a self-reporting tool during the podcast.
This episode offers a raw and honest look at the complexities of living with BPD and ADHD, sprinkled with moments of humour and light-hearted banter. Laura, who uses they/them pronouns, talks about growing up in Michigan and the challenges they faced, including dealing with a father who had anger issues. They open up about their creative pursuits like leatherworking and making watches, which serve as both hobbies and coping mechanisms.
The conversation delves into the stigma surrounding BPD and how it affects those diagnosed. Laurie and Sara provide supportive advice, emphasising the importance of finding the right therapeutic support, such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). The episode also explores the emotional rollercoaster that comes with BPD, touching on impulsivity, favourite person dynamics, and the struggle to maintain relationships.
Laura shares their insights on how these symptoms manifest in their daily life and how they manage them. The hosts and Laura discuss the importance of community and finding people who understand what it's like to live with BPD. If you're looking for an episode that combines heartfelt storytelling with practical advice, this one is for you. It's a candid conversation that offers both laughter and valuable insights into managing life with BPD and ADHD.
Don't miss out on this engaging and informative episode!