{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6693c9677d0f33cb7441feeb/6a8879a820cb324b77523906?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Harrison & Hannah: Finding your place in STEM","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6693c9677d0f33cb7441feeb/1787328806099-1316b790-2a5a-460d-ab31-172764d059a7.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h2>What happens when a young person discovers that being different isn’t a weakness, but a strength?</h2><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the <strong>Square Roots Podcast</strong>, Hannah speaks with Harrison about growing up neurodivergent, his love of STEM, the challenges he faced at school and what changed when he found an environment where he could flourish.</p><p>Harrison shares his experiences of autism, dyslexia, bullying and mental wellbeing, alongside his journey through STEM, apprenticeships and practical learning. Together, Hannah and Harrison talk about finding supportive friendships, following your curiosity and learning to recognise your own strengths.</p><p>Whether you’re a young person, parent, teacher or employer, this conversation is a reminder that different doesn’t mean less capable, and that the right people, opportunities and environment can make a huge difference.</p><h2><br></h2><h2>Chapters</h2><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p> 01:20 Meet Harrison</p><p> 03:00 Discovering a passion for STEM</p><p> 05:30 School, learning and finding strengths</p><p> 09:45 Growing up neurodivergent</p><p> 10:30 Bullying and feeling different</p><p> 14:00 Finding the right environment</p><p> 18:00 Hannah’s experience of autism</p><p> 20:30 STEM in everyday life</p><p> 27:00 Advice for neurodivergent young people</p><p> 29:30 Mental health, resilience and asking for help</p><p> 31:00 The Lightyear Youth Group</p><p> 33:00 Advice for anyone interested in STEM</p><p> 35:20 Final thoughts</p><h2><br></h2><h2>Learn more about the Lightyear Foundation</h2><p>https://www.lightyearfoundation.org</p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, follow the podcast and share it with someone who might benefit from Harrison’s story.</p><h2><br></h2><h2>Support &amp; Resources (UK)</h2><p>If today’s conversation has resonated with you, please remember that support is available.</p><h3>Bullying</h3><p><strong>Childline (under 19)</strong></p><p> https://www.childline.org.uk</p><p><strong>YoungMinds: Bullying Support</strong></p><p> https://www.youngminds.org.uk</p><h3>Neurodiversity</h3><p><strong>National Autistic Society</strong></p><p> https://www.autism.org.uk</p><p><strong>ADHD UK</strong></p><p> https://adhduk.co.uk</p><p><strong>Ambitious about Autism</strong></p><p> https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk</p><h3>Mental Health</h3><p><strong>YoungMinds</strong></p><p> https://www.youngminds.org.uk</p><p><strong>The Mix (under 25)</strong></p><p> https://www.themix.org.uk</p><p><strong>Mind</strong></p><p> https://www.mind.org.uk</p><p><strong>NHS Every Mind Matters</strong></p><p> https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters</p><h3>Education &amp; Employment</h3><p><strong>Access to Work</strong></p><p> https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work</p><p><strong>ACAS</strong></p><p> https://www.acas.org.uk</p><p><strong>Inclusive Change: Mentoring for neurodivergent adults</strong></p><p> https://inclusivechange.co.uk</p><h3>Urgent Help</h3><p>If you’re struggling with your mental health or are worried about your own safety, please tell someone you trust.</p><p><strong>Samaritans (24/7): 116 123</strong></p><p> https://www.samaritans.org</p><p><strong>Childline (under 19): 0800 1111</strong></p><p> https://www.childline.org.uk</p><p><strong>Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258</strong></p><p> https://giveusashout.org</p><p><strong>NHS 111 (England): Mental Health Option</strong></p><p>If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.</p><p><br></p><p>#Neurodiversity #Autism #Dyslexia #STEM #MentalHealth #Bullying #YoungPeople #Inclusion #SquareRootsPodcast #LightyearFoundation</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Sandbox Broadcasting"}