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Deanna Brakefield: My Story

How Neurodivergent News was Born

In the Beginning:

Growing up I was often labeled….Gifted but damaged.  At 7 they decided I was ADHD and nearly every teacher wrote me off from that point on. But, through hard work, I made it through college and met the man that would shape the course of my life. That special man’s unwavering support became my strength. We later married, and began our family.

The Family:

My husband brought a son to our marriage, we added three more to the mix, and before our last child was born we adopted 3.  If you were keeping count, thats 7 kids.  Now heres the kicker, 6 of my 7 beautiful children are neurodiverse, across the spectrum.  And my strong man….he has what we use to call Aspergers.  So, of a family of 9, 8 are neurodiverse.

My strong man and I made a choice for our family early on that one of us would always be home for our children and I chose to be the one.  The reality of raising an ever growing family was stressful to someone who craves structure. And the individual needs of our sweet kids were each unique.  

The Change:

In 2022, I realized that Jeremy’s job, though demanding, wasn’t offering us the long-term security we needed. That’s when I started my own marketing agency, focusing on an often-overlooked community: mental health providers, holistic healers, and alternative medicine practitioners.

This community holds a special place in my heart because of the make up of my family. Finding the right resources for our family has been a constant challenge. From practices taught to the providers themselves to insurance and scarcity of services and IEP’s.  We have fought the good fight, like many of you.

The Result:

That’s why I launched Neurodivergent News—a resource for those who help, support, or are neurodivergent. In an age where people are searching for resources online and on the radio it has never been easier to bring together communities. 

Neurodivergent News

A radio show dedicated to providing a voice and valuable resources for the neurodivergent community. Whether you are neurodivergent yourself, or you support someone who is, this show is a safe space to explore the unique challenges, triumphs, and insights of living with neurodivergence.

What is neurodivergence?

It is any disorder that affects the way you experience and interact with the world. Its seeing and interacting with the world in a way thats just a little different, presenting us with unique challenges and ‘superpowers’ than the neurotypical community.

The show offers real-world advice, expert guest interviews, and practical solutions for navigating everyday life. From uncovering hard-to-find resources to sharing personal stories of resilience, Neurodivergent News provides a platform for all those who want to better understand, help, and celebrate neurodiversity.

Tune in each week as we break down complex topics, offer support, and create a community that understands neurodivergence in all its forms.

If you have a question about the show or are interested in being a guest, feel free to reach out to me on LinkedIn or schedule a quick chat with me…

Deanna Brakefield

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