Let’s LISTEN! with Ciarán McBreen

Season 6 Eps 2: Chris Bradwell - From struggle to support

Let’s LISTEN! with Ciarán McBreen

Show Notes

Chris Bradwell - From struggle to support In this episode, Ciarán sits down with Chris Bradwell, the founder of British Dads Dubai. In an open and heartfelt conversation, they delve into the strains of mental health as Chris shares his personal battles with anxiety and depression. The discussion extends to adult ADHD, where Chris reflects on his behaviour in comparison to his ADHD-diagnosed son and notes many similarities. They also discuss the origins and growth of British Dads Dubai, which has flourished to support over 8,000 dads by fostering community, support, and connection. Chris then introduces his new project, 'Sanad,' a platform designed to support families of children with determination, leveraging his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to help others. To learn more about Chris and connect with the groups, please use the link below: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1582213589301868/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT https://m.facebook.com/groups/BritishDadsDubai/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

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