Parental burnout isn't the same as feeling tired after a difficult day.
It's an evidence-based psychological syndrome that can develop when the demands of parenting consistently outweigh the resources available to meet those demands.
In this episode, I'm exploring what parental burnout actually is, why ADHD and neurodivergent families may be at greater risk, and the hidden role that perfectionism can play in keeping us stuck. If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I don't recognise the parent I've become," this episode is for you.
In this episode, we explore:

What parental burnout is (and how it's different from everyday parenting stress)
The four signs of parental burnout, based on the research of Professors Moïra Mikolajczak and Isabelle Roskam
Why ADHD parents and parents of neurodivergent children may be particularly vulnerable
How perfectionism quietly fuels parental burnout
Three practical, evidence-informed ways to begin recovering from parental burnout
Why support is scaffolding, not failure

If this conversation resonates, I hope you'll remember one thing:
Parental burnout isn't a sign you've failed your children. It's often a sign you've been trying to be a good parent for too long without enough support.

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