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    <itunes:title>labels &amp; should kids be diagnosed?</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode TEN of 'For The Birdz' In the last episode of the series we cover labels, are they good or bad, should kids be diagnosed, shopping, childcare and calling people a TICK.   It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are strug...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode TEN of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>In the last episode of the series we cover labels, are they good or bad, should kids be diagnosed, shopping, childcare and calling people a TICK.</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode TEN of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>In the last episode of the series we cover labels, are they good or bad, should kids be diagnosed, shopping, childcare and calling people a TICK.</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>eating disorders &amp; not shifting people</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode NINE of 'For The Birdz' This week we're talking about hyperfocus, eating disorders &amp; food noise, irresponsible "health/mental health influencers", an aversion to shifting people, Traitors &amp; very dry hands.    This episode features talk about eating disorders, if you are struggling please check out https://www.bodywhys.ie/   It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode NINE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we&apos;re talking about hyperfocus, eating disorders &amp; food noise, irresponsible &quot;health/mental health influencers&quot;, an aversion to shifting people, Traitors &amp; very dry hands. </p><p><br/></p><p>This episode features talk about eating disorders, if you are struggling please check out https://www.bodywhys.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode NINE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we&apos;re talking about hyperfocus, eating disorders &amp; food noise, irresponsible &quot;health/mental health influencers&quot;, an aversion to shifting people, Traitors &amp; very dry hands. </p><p><br/></p><p>This episode features talk about eating disorders, if you are struggling please check out https://www.bodywhys.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode EIGHT of 'For The Birdz' This week we are discovering, live, that we don't know how dopamine works in relation to ADHD. Also covered this week: a clean girl deep dive, the struggle with meds persists, ROBO VAC update, girl sues her job for not supporting her ADHD &amp; methylphenidate is an Irish farmer.    It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode pl...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode EIGHT of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we are discovering, live, that we don&apos;t know how dopamine works in relation to ADHD. Also covered this week: a clean girl deep dive, the struggle with meds persists, ROBO VAC update, girl sues her job for not supporting her ADHD &amp; methylphenidate is an Irish farmer. </p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode EIGHT of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we are discovering, live, that we don&apos;t know how dopamine works in relation to ADHD. Also covered this week: a clean girl deep dive, the struggle with meds persists, ROBO VAC update, girl sues her job for not supporting her ADHD &amp; methylphenidate is an Irish farmer. </p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode SEVEN of 'For The Birdz' Today we are talking about what else works for ADHD other than MEDS ie. Occupational Therapy, regular therapy, exercise, BODY DOUBLING &amp; fake tan. Also touching on terrible counsellors, Rachel's first ever hairdryer, SKINCARE update &amp; posh sauna plunge.   It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are no...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode SEVEN of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>Today we are talking about what else works for ADHD other than MEDS ie. Occupational Therapy, regular therapy, exercise, BODY DOUBLING &amp; fake tan. Also touching on terrible counsellors, Rachel&apos;s first ever hairdryer, SKINCARE update &amp; posh sauna plunge.</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode SEVEN of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>Today we are talking about what else works for ADHD other than MEDS ie. Occupational Therapy, regular therapy, exercise, BODY DOUBLING &amp; fake tan. Also touching on terrible counsellors, Rachel&apos;s first ever hairdryer, SKINCARE update &amp; posh sauna plunge.</p><p><br/></p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode SIX of 'For The Birdz' In this EP: We have come to the realisation that Ireland as a country, is neurodivergent so we're talking about that, hormones, the pill &amp; the BIG FREEZE of 2009. It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessmen...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode SIX of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>In this EP: We have come to the realisation that Ireland as a country, is neurodivergent so we&apos;re talking about that, hormones, the pill &amp; the BIG FREEZE of 2009.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode SIX of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>In this EP: We have come to the realisation that Ireland as a country, is neurodivergent so we&apos;re talking about that, hormones, the pill &amp; the BIG FREEZE of 2009.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode FIVE of 'For The Birdz' This week we discuss navigating ADHD in the workplace ft. should you tell your job? Also ft. we hate golf, germaphobia &amp; SKINCARE. It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with y...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode FIVE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we discuss navigating ADHD in the workplace ft. should you tell your job? Also ft. we hate golf, germaphobia &amp; SKINCARE.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode FIVE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p>This week we discuss navigating ADHD in the workplace ft. should you tell your job? Also ft. we hate golf, germaphobia &amp; SKINCARE.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode FOUR of 'For The Birdz'   Do you like living your life with no personal boundaries? And people pleasing till you go home crying? Then join us this week where we get into the nitty gritty of RSD &amp; how it can make you socially self-harm on a daily basis! Ft: Maintaining boundaries, people pleasing (again), masking, self regulation, apologising during labour &amp; making a career out of a hobby (or not). (Please note there is no talk of ACTUAL self harm in this episode) It...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode FOUR of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p><br/></p><p>Do you like living your life with no personal boundaries? And people pleasing till you go home crying? Then join us this week where we get into the nitty gritty of RSD &amp; how it can make you socially self-harm on a daily basis!</p><p>Ft: Maintaining boundaries, people pleasing (again), masking, self regulation, apologising during labour &amp; making a career out of a hobby (or not).</p><p>(Please note there is no talk of ACTUAL self harm in this episode)</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode FOUR of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p><br/></p><p>Do you like living your life with no personal boundaries? And people pleasing till you go home crying? Then join us this week where we get into the nitty gritty of RSD &amp; how it can make you socially self-harm on a daily basis!</p><p>Ft: Maintaining boundaries, people pleasing (again), masking, self regulation, apologising during labour &amp; making a career out of a hobby (or not).</p><p>(Please note there is no talk of ACTUAL self harm in this episode)</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode THREE of 'For The Birdz'   This week it's the MEDS episode. This episode features our experience with ADHD medications, taking them &amp; not taking them, side effects, benefits, rumination, people pleasing and kinks in the workplace. It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and di...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode THREE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p><br/></p><p>This week it&apos;s the MEDS episode. This episode features our experience with ADHD medications, taking them &amp; not taking them, side effects, benefits, rumination, people pleasing and kinks in the workplace.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode THREE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;</p><p><br/></p><p>This week it&apos;s the MEDS episode. This episode features our experience with ADHD medications, taking them &amp; not taking them, side effects, benefits, rumination, people pleasing and kinks in the workplace.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Please subscribe, review and share with a friend!</p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode TWO of 'For The Birdz'.    This week we cover the luteal phase, getting an ADHD diagnosis in Ireland - (publicly &amp; privately), SSRIs, SAUNA PLUNGE, the word 'piece' &amp; hormones.   Please note : there is some chat in this episode about SSRIs and coming down off them. It isn't mentioned in the chat, but this was done under the guidance of a doctor. We do not recommend coming down off any medication without consulting your doctor first. It is important to note that...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode TWO of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;. </p><p><br/></p><p>This week we cover the luteal phase, getting an ADHD diagnosis in Ireland - (publicly &amp; privately), SSRIs, SAUNA PLUNGE, the word &apos;piece&apos; &amp; hormones.</p><p><br/></p><p>Please note : there is some chat in this episode about SSRIs and coming down off them. It isn&apos;t mentioned in the chat, but this was done under the guidance of a doctor. We do not recommend coming down off any medication without consulting your doctor first.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode TWO of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;. </p><p><br/></p><p>This week we cover the luteal phase, getting an ADHD diagnosis in Ireland - (publicly &amp; privately), SSRIs, SAUNA PLUNGE, the word &apos;piece&apos; &amp; hormones.</p><p><br/></p><p>Please note : there is some chat in this episode about SSRIs and coming down off them. It isn&apos;t mentioned in the chat, but this was done under the guidance of a doctor. We do not recommend coming down off any medication without consulting your doctor first.</p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to episode ONE of 'For The Birdz'.    This week we cover ADHD PRESENTATIONS, organising a wedding, wanting to be a nun, religious paraphernalia, OCD &amp; overwhelm.  It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode ONE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;. </p><p><br/></p><p>This week we cover ADHD PRESENTATIONS, organising a wedding, wanting to be a nun, religious paraphernalia, OCD &amp; overwhelm. </p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to episode ONE of &apos;For The Birdz&apos;. </p><p><br/></p><p>This week we cover ADHD PRESENTATIONS, organising a wedding, wanting to be a nun, religious paraphernalia, OCD &amp; overwhelm. </p><p>It is important to note that we are not doctors. Please do not use this podcast as medical advice. If you are affected by anything we speak about in this episode please know that you are not alone. A great first step is to visit your GP and discuss your options on how to get an assessment. If you are struggling with your mental health please go to your GP or reach out to one of the following services:</p><p>https://adhdireland.ie/</p><p>https://www.aware.ie/</p><p>https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/</p><p>https://www.pieta.ie/</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Thank you for joining us &lt;3</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>Chang One, Mr. Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY</p><p>Cloud Dancer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Double O Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p><p>Electrodoodle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)<br/>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License<br/>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/</p>]]></content:encoded>
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