Title
Life as a neurodivergent psychiatrist
Author
Dr. Anna Rebowska
Summary
In her blog post for the 2023 Choose Psychiatry campaign, Dr. Anna Rebowska, a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, shares her journey as a neurodivergent doctor. Diagnosed with autism, dyspraxia, and dyslexia early in life, she underscores the crucial support she received during her education, enabling her to pursue medicine. Despite facing challenges during medical school and core training, a pivotal taster week in a psychiatric department led her to choose psychiatry as her career path. Dr. Rebowska emphasizes the importance of support networks, citing her involvement with Autistic Doctors International, and encourages neurodivergent individuals interested in psychiatry to explore placements, shadowing experiences, and established support networks. She advocates for diversity in the workforce, emphasizing that clinicians with lived experiences can better cater to the mental health needs of patients.
Language
English
Subjects
Autistic Adults
Family Support
General
Mental Health
Professional Development
Publisher
Royal College of Psychiatrists.
DateModified
12/4/2023 2:57 PM EST