EP 157:GCSE Choices, Neurodiversity, and the Bigger Picture

February 17
10 mins

Episode Description

This week is a short solo half-term check-in.

It is GCSE options time in our house, and I know many of you are feeling the same fear.

In this episode, I talk about:

• The 30% executive function delay in ADHD and what that really means
 • Why GCSE choices can feel overwhelming for neurodivergent teens
 • How to choose subjects based on interest, not pressure
 • The bigger life picture beyond exams
 • Successful neurodivergent entrepreneurs including Jo Malone, Richard Branson and Ingvar Kamprad

GCSEs matter — but they are not destiny.

If you are sitting at the kitchen table staring at options forms, this episode is for you.

A calm reset for half term. 💛

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📩 Contact Me
If you would like to get in touch, you can email me directly at olivia.kessel@sendparenting.com
I would genuinely love to hear from you, especially about the topics you would like covered and the guests you would love to hear from in 2026.


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