Dementia Researcher Blogs4 Jan 2024

Emily Spencer - Who am I? Navigating identity as a parent

Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.

Join Emily, a PhD student and new mother, in her compelling blog. In this insightful piece, she shares her unique experience of balancing doctoral research in dementia with the joys and challenges of motherhood. Emily candidly addresses the complexities of gendered expectations and the evolution of her identity, offering a fresh perspective on managing personal and professional roles. Her honest narrative is not just inspiring but also a must-read for anyone striving to harmonise their career and family life.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-who-am-i-navigating-identity-as-a-parent/

Emily Spencer is a PhD Student at University College London looking at improving how GPs communicate with people with dementia and their family carers about their future care. Emily previous had a 5 year career break to pursue a career as a musician, and has previously undertaken research on improving the care people with dementia receive from their GP practice, as well as end-of-life and palliative care provision in the community. Emily is also a new mum and will be writing about her experiences navigating motherhood and a research career.

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This podcast is brought to you in association with Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia, who we thank for their ongoing support.

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