The Adulting With ADHD Podcast: Recent Episodes
Sarah Snyder
We don't talk enough about women with ADHD, especially the impact hormones have on mental health. Former journalist and current ADHD'er Sarah Snyder unpacks this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative.
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What if you've spent your entire life believing you were the problem... when ADHD was the missing piece all along?
In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah CastaĂąeda sits down with Liz Lewis, writer, ADHD advocate, and author of You Are Not the Problem: Late-Diagnosed ADHD Women and the Invisible Forces That Shape Us.
Liz shares her journey from rediscovering her ADHD after becoming a mother to spending four years researching and writing a book that gives voice to the experiences of women diagnosed later in life. Together, they explore why so many women miss an ADHD diagnosis, how educational trauma affects creativity, and why writing with ADHD doesn't have to follow conventional rules.
They also discuss the emotional impact of receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, overcoming rejection sensitivity, managing expectations, and creating meaningful work without comparing yourself to everyone else.
Whether you're newly diagnosed, navigating motherhood with ADHD, or dreaming of writing your own book, this conversation offers practical encouragement and validation.
đŻ What You'll Learn: ⢠Why so many women receive an ADHD diagnosis later in life
⢠The emotional reality after finally getting diagnosed
⢠How motherhood often uncovers hidden ADHD symptoms
⢠Why educational trauma affects confidence and creativity
⢠Practical advice for writing with ADHD
⢠How to overcome perfectionism and rejection sensitivity
⢠Why comparing yourself to neurotypical writers doesn't work
⢠The mindset shifts that helped Liz complete her first book
đ§ Topics Discussed: ⢠Late-diagnosed ADHD in women
⢠ADHD and motherhood
⢠Writing a book with ADHD
⢠Educational trauma
⢠Executive dysfunction and creativity
⢠Rejection sensitivity
⢠ADHD advocacy
⢠Women's mental health
⢠Self-expression and journaling
⢠Building confidence as a writer
đĄ Key Takeaway: Being diagnosed later in life doesn't mean you've failed, it means you've finally found the missing context. When you stop trying to fit neurotypical expectations and begin working with your ADHD instead of against it, creativity, confidence, and self-acceptance become much more possible.
đ Resources Mentioned: Book: You Are Not the Problem: Late-Diagnosed ADHD Women and the Invisible Forces That Shape Us
Website: Healthy ADHD
Substack: Yes, And by Liz Lewis
đ˘ Connect with Liz Lewis: Website: Healthy ADHD
Substack: https://substack.com/@healthyadhd
Instagram: @lizlewiswrites (mentioned during the conversation)
Email: healthyadhd@gmail.com
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What if the best productivity hack isn't another app, AI tool, or social media strategy?
What if it's simply walking away?
In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah CastaĂąeda sits down with ADHD coach Russ Jones, founder of ADHD Big Brother, for an honest conversation about social media addiction, doomscrolling, entrepreneurship, accountability, and building a life that aligns with your values.
Russ shares why he deleted Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, how social media was impacting his mental health, and why he believes many adults with ADHD are trapped in systems that drain their attention and energy. Together, they explore the pressure to constantly scale, hustle, and stay visible online, and what happens when you decide to do things differently.
They also dive into the power of accountability, why AI can't replace human support, and how community can be one of the most effective tools for adults with ADHD.
This episode is a refreshing reminder that success doesn't have to look like everyone else's version of success.
đŻ What You'll Learn:
⢠Why Russ chose to leave social media behind ⢠How doomscrolling impacts ADHD, productivity, and mental health ⢠The hidden pressure of personal branding and online visibility ⢠Why scaling isn't always the right business goal ⢠The difference between AI accountability and human accountability ⢠How daily support can help adults with ADHD follow through ⢠What Russ calls "productivity leaks" and how to identify them
đ§ Topics Discussed:
⢠ADHD and social media addiction ⢠Doomscrolling and time management ⢠Entrepreneurship and burnout ⢠Authentic marketing without social platforms ⢠Accountability partners and community support ⢠AI tools for ADHD ⢠Weekly planning and activation strategies ⢠Building a business that feels sustainable ⢠Mental health and depressive episodes ⢠Finding success on your own terms
đĄ Key Takeaway:
You don't have to build your life around platforms, algorithms, or someone else's definition of success. Whether it's social media, business, or productivity, the goal isn't to scale endlessly. It's to create a life that works for you.
đ Resources Mentioned:
ADHD Big Brother https://adhdbigbrother.com BetterHelp - 10% off first month https://www.betterhelp.com/rebelmomma
đ˘ Connect with Russ Jones:
Website: https://adhdbigbrother.com
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When Doctors Dont Have Answers: Self Advocacy with Jamie Lee
What do you do when your body knows something is wrong but every test says you're "fine"?
In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah CastaĂąeda sits down with career coach Jamie Lee for a deeply personal conversation about neurodivergence, women's health, burnout, and learning to trust yourself when conventional systems fail you.
Jamie shares her experience navigating unexplained symptoms, brain fog, anxiety, hormonal shifts, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and the frustrating reality of being dismissed by traditional healthcare providers. Together, they unpack the connection between ADHD, chronic stress, inflammation, and self advocacy and why so many women are forced to become their own researchers just to get answers.
This episode is a powerful reminder that self advocacy starts with trusting your own experience.
đŻ What You'll Learn: Why so many women feel dismissed in healthcare settings The overlap between ADHD, burnout, hormones, and chronic illness What mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is and why it's often overlooked How stress and inflammation can impact focus, energy, and mood Why self advocacy matters in both health and career How AI, Reddit, and online communities are helping people connect the dots
đ§ Topics Discussed: Brain fog, PMDD, perimenopause, and histamine intolerance Women's health gaps in conventional medicine Functional medicine and alternative testing options Long COVID, autoimmune conditions, and chronic fatigue Neurodivergence, creativity, and entrepreneurship Learning to trust your instincts when no one else understands your experience
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đ Resources Mentioned: Jamie Lee Coach https://jamieleecoach.com
LDN Direct https://ldndirect.com
23andMe https://www.23andme.com
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Most productivity advice doesn't work for ADHDâbut this does.
In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah CastaĂąeda sits down with Dani Donovan to break down what actually works when it comes to ADHD productivity.
Instead of forcing yourself into rigid systems, Dani shares her toolbox approachâa flexible, realistic way to get things done without burnout, shame, or relying on last-minute panic.
If you've struggled with consistency, procrastination, or overwhelm, this episode will give you tools you can actually use.
đŻ What You'll Learn: * Why most productivity advice fails for ADHD * The toolbox method that adapts to your brain * How to identify your real resistance (not just procrastination) * The emotional side of ADHD: overwhelm, burnout, perfectionism * How to replace shame-based motivation with something that works
đ§ Practical Tools You Can Try Today: * Post-it note Kanban system on your monitor * The D20 dice method to make tasks more engaging * A simple framework to identify what's blocking you
đ Resources: * The Anti-Planner * https://antiplanner.com * https://adhddd.com
Hello! Enjoy this throwback episode of The Adulting With ADHD Podcast while we continue to work on fresh interviews for Rebel Momma Pod!
The Adulting with ADHD is now Rebel Momma Pod đĽ. We're exploring what's not in the brochure about neurodivergence, midlife and burnout.
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Productivity advice rarely works for ADHD brains, not because you're lazy or undisciplined, but because most systems are built for neurotypical consistency.
In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with Robert Simms, founder of Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic, registered social worker, Indigenous practitioner, and neurodivergent adult, about designing home and money systems that actually work with your brain, not against it.
Robert shares how discovering his own neurodivergence later in life reshaped how he approaches routines, finances, and daily structure. Instead of relying on motivation, discipline, or "just try harder," he explains how neuro affirming systems focus on variability, interest, energy fluctuations, and external supports.
They explore why traditional productivity advice often fails ADHD adults, and how small environmental tweaks, not willpower, create sustainable change.
In this episode, we talk about:
- What "neuro affirming" actually means in daily life
- Why consistency doesn't work the way we think it should
- Externalizing executive function with reminders, automation, and visual cues
- Removing shame and guilt from missed tasks and imperfect follow through
- Designing systems around strengths like hyperfocus and pattern recognition
- Why "inconsistently consistent" is a realistic goal
Robert also shares practical home and money hacks, including:
- Set it and forget it bill automation when financially safe to do so
- Simplifying bank accounts and credit cards to reduce overwhelm
- Creating small financial buffers for predictable emergencies
- Using visible, contained systems for everyday items like keys, wallets, and kids' clutter
- The five minute rule for task initiation
- Rotating routines instead of abandoning them when interest drops
One of the most powerful reframes in this conversation: your home should function like an accommodation. If the outside world isn't built for your brain, your personal systems can be.
Neuro affirming systems are not about doing more. They are about building support structures that match how your brain actually works, with flexibility, compassion, and less shame.
Resources mentioned:
Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic â www.embodiedresilience.ca
Robert's weekly YouTube live series, "All Things Neurodivergence"
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People pleasing and rejection sensitivity are common struggles for adults with ADHD, especially in work and relationship settings where power dynamics and fear of disapproval are present.
In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with licensed therapist Billy Roberts, owner of Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, about why people pleasing develops and how it connects to rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), trauma responses, and self worth.
Billy explains how many ADHD adults learn to manage fear of rejection by prioritizing others' needs, avoiding conflict, and taking on too much responsibility. While this can feel protective in the moment, it often leads to burnout, shame, and feeling disconnected from your own goals and identity.
Together, they explore how people pleasing shows up in daily life, from over apologizing and over explaining to avoiding honesty and self advocacy. Billy also shares small, practical ways to begin shifting these patterns with more awareness and self trust.
In this episode, we talk about: â Why people pleasing is common in adults with ADHD â How rejection sensitive dysphoria influences behavior â The "fawn response" and its role in relationships and work â Overcommitment, over responsibility, and over accommodation â Conflict avoidance and ADHD masking â How shame can make honesty feel unsafe
Billy also shares practical strategies, including: â How to recognize when you are people pleasing â Ways to practice being more honest in low risk situations â Why self awareness is the first step toward change â How telling the truth builds confidence and agency â Why learning to trust yourself supports healthier communication
If you often feel responsible for other people's emotions or afraid to speak up at work or in relationships, this episode offers a compassionate and realistic starting point for understanding why â and how to begin changing it.
Resources mentioned: Focused Mind ADHD Counseling Billy Roberts' upcoming book on people pleasing and ADHD Adult ADHD therapy and coaching services
Rejection sensitivity and communication challenges at work are often misunderstood, especially for adults with ADHD.
In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with leadership coach and CEO of Collaborate Consulting, Trystan Reese, about how rejection sensitivity can affect workplace interactions and self advocacy. Trystan shares how understanding brain based differences can help people approach work challenges with greater clarity and confidence.
Together, they explore why asking for support can feel difficult, how fear of negative feedback can influence behavior, and how small shifts in communication can improve workplace experiences for neurodivergent employees.
This conversation offers a practical reframe: instead of focusing on what feels hard, we can focus on what helps communication feel clearer and more effective.
In this episode, we talk about:
- What rejection sensitivity is and how it relates to ADHD
- Why feedback can feel challenging in professional settings
- How to think through possible outcomes before making requests
- The difference between emotional discomfort and real risk
- Why preparation and practice support better communication
- How to align requests with shared workplace goals
- Why body awareness and regulation can help before difficult conversations
- How self understanding supports self advocacy
Trystan also shares practical tools and examples, including:
- A step by step approach for evaluating concerns
- Ways to request clearer expectations or meeting information
- Simple communication scripts for everyday situations
- Why practicing conversations can increase confidence
- How reframing internal narratives supports growth
If workplace communication feels stressful or uncertain, this episode offers a supportive and realistic approach focused on clarity, preparation, and self trust rather than fear or perfection.
Resources mentioned: Collaborate Consulting Trystan Reese coaching and training services Neurodivergent leadership and workplace inclusion programs
Clutter is often treated like a motivation problem but what if it's really a systems problem?
đď¸ In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah sits down with ADHD and autistic decluttering specialist and podcast host Heather Tingle, founder of Untangled by Tingle, to explore how home organization, dopamine, and executive function are deeply connected for adults with ADHD. Heather shares how her own experience living in chaos led her to create decluttering methods that work with neurodivergent brains instead of against them.
Together, they unpack why consistency can feel so hard with ADHD, how perfection based organizing systems create burnout, and how decluttering can become a source of safety rather than another area of pressure or shame.
đŹ This conversation offers a compassionate reframe: instead of asking "Why can't I stay organized?" we can start asking "What makes my space easier to live in?"
𧊠In this episode, we talk about: ⨠Why traditional decluttering systems don't work for ADHD and autistic brains đ How dopamine and visibility affect motivation and follow through đ Why finishing matters more than starting đ§ How executive dysfunction impacts home organization đś How competition, music, and time limits can increase momentum â¤ď¸ Why emotional attachment matters more than logical rules đŞ How small, bite sized tasks make decluttering more achievable
đ ď¸ Heather also shares practical strategies, including: âąď¸ How to "beat the kettle" or a song with a tiny decluttering task đŚ Why gathering similar items into one visible place helps ADHD brains đ¤ How body doubling and shared accountability reduce overwhelm đŽ How turning decluttering into a game builds motivation đą Why starting with the smallest possible step creates success đşď¸ How treating decluttering as a "side quest" lowers resistance
đ If clutter feels overwhelming, emotionally loaded, or impossible to maintain, this episode offers a gentler way forward one that centers dopamine, ease, and self compassion instead of perfection.
đ Resources mentioned: đ§ Decluttering Untangled podcast by Heather Tingle đĄ Untangled by Tingle (professional decluttering services) đĽ Untangled by Tingle Declutter Community (Facebook group)
Stress, trauma, and nutrition are often treated like separate issues but what if they're all part of the same conversation?
In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah sits down with licensed nutritionist and author Meg Bowman to explore how the nervous system and nutrition are deeply connected, especially for adults with ADHD. Meg shares how her own Crohn's diagnosis led her into the world of mental health nutrition, and why supporting the nervous system is just as important as choosing the "right" foods.
Together, they unpack how stress and trauma shape the body's relationship with food, why consistency can feel extra hard with ADHD, and how nutrition can become a source of safety rather than another area of pressure or shame.
This conversation offers a compassionate reframe: instead of asking "What should I be eating?", we can start asking "What helps my body feel safe enough to eat?"
In this episode, we talk about: * How the nervous system and digestion influence each other * Why fear, stress, and trauma can shut down hunger cues * What polyvagal theory has to do with food and regulation * Why traditional nutrition advice often doesn't work for ADHD brains How visibility, simplicity, and support can make eating easier * The idea of "taking care of future you" with low-effort planning * How community and shared executive function can reduce decision fatigue
Meg also shares insights from her book, This Is Your Body on Trauma, including:
- How trauma shows up in the body as inflammation
- Why chronic stress is linked to long-term health conditions
- A framework for understanding food, gut health, stress, and mental health together
- How to build a personal nutrition toolkit that feels supportive instead of restrictive
If food feels complicated, overwhelming, or emotionally loaded, this episode offers a gentler way forward, one that centers safety, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion instead of perfection.
Resources mentioned: * This Is Your Body on Trauma by Meg Bowman * Meg's Substack: Nutrition Needs Nuance * Meg's website: megbowmannutrition.com
Getting started can feel harder than the work itselfâespecially when your brain insists on finding the perfect system before you begin. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah sits down with Russ Jones, host of the ADHD Big Brother Podcast, to explore what happens when we stop waiting for certainty and start jumping in sloppy instead.
Russ shares his late-in-life ADHD diagnosis and how burnout, depression, and the isolation of the pandemic led him to rethink productivity from the inside out. Together, Sarah and Russ unpack why ADHD brains get stuck in planning mode, how perfectionism disguises itself as "research," and why starting imperfectly is often the most compassionate move we can make.
This conversation is a grounding reminder that progress doesn't come from flawless systemsâit comes from momentum, connection, and designing effort that your nervous system can actually tolerate.
In this episode, we explore: * Why ADHDers often over-plan instead of startingâand how to interrupt that cycle * What "jumping in sloppy" really means (and what it doesn't) * How finite effort and timers can reduce anxiety around overwhelming tasks * Why quitting is sometimes part of getting started * The concept of felt accountability and why other humans make follow-through more likely * How community, body doubling, and shared effort reduce shame and isolation * Reframing productivity as something we do together, not alone
Russ also shares the heart behind his ADHD Big Brother approachâwhy guidance works better when it feels like support instead of authority, and how small, human-scale systems can help us finally tackle the tasks we've been avoiding.
If you've ever told yourself, "I know meâthis won't work," this episode gently challenges that belief and offers a more hopeful alternative: start where you are, start imperfectly, and don't do it alone.
đ Connect with Russ Jones * Website: www.adhdbigbrother.com
In this episode, I share a personal update, highlighting a shift in content based on audience feedback. I also tease a new resource set to debut in 2026 to meet listeners' needs more effectively.
In this episode, host Sarah is joined by Alexis Haselberger, a time management, productivity, and leadership coach. Alexis, who was diagnosed with ADHD through her work with clients, shares her journey from the high-pressure world of Silicon Valley startups to becoming a coach focused on sustainable success.
The conversation explores crucial strategies for adults with ADHD, particularly in high-pressure environments, focusing on the power of self-compassion. Alexis discusses:
- Reframing Self-Criticism: Why kindness and celebrating small wins (even just putting on your shoes!) are essential for motivation, contrasting with the common belief that being harsh leads to improvement.
- Practical Workplace Boundaries: Implementing communication boundaries, like turning off notifications and using "away" messages, to protect mental health and maintain focus.
- The External Brain: The necessity of a trusted external task system (like alarms and reminders) to manage short-term memory issues and reduce anxiety.
- The Myth of "Doing It All": How accepting that you cannot "do it all" gives you agency over your life and time, making life about intentional trade-offs and effective prioritization rather than endless overwork.
Tune in to learn how to leverage self-compassion to increase productivity and gain a sense of control over your life.
đ Resources Mentioned * Adulting with ADHD Podcast Archives: patreon.com/adultingwithadhd * Sponsor Offer (ADHD Online Assessment): Visit ADHDOnline.com and use promo code ADULTINGADHD40 to save $40.
đ Connect with Alexis Haselberger * Website: www.alexishaselberger.com
Natalia Aza, a licensed therapist and co-founder of Kairos Wellness Collective, discusses the overlap between ADHD and OCD. Natalia shares her personal journey with ADHD and OCD, the importance of proper diagnosis, and the specific treatments for OCD. She highlights the challenges of misdiagnosis and discusses lesser-known OCD presentations that individuals with ADHD might overlook.
Highlights
- Natalia's Journey with ADHD and OCD
- Understanding the Overlap Between ADHD and OCD
- Lesser-Known OCD Presentations in ADHD
- Steps to Take if You Suspect OCD
Mentions
- kairoswellnesscollective.com
- adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd
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In this episode, ADHD coach Christine Kotik shares her journey to becoming an ADHD coach, discusses the impact of burnout on adults with ADHD and provides actionable steps for managing time, productivity and emotional regulation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments for neurodivergent employees and implementing strategies that benefit everyone in the workplace. Highlights * Understanding burnout in adults with ADHD * The concept of the 'Me Hat' * Supporting neurodivergent employees
Mentions * www.ckadhdcoach.com * http://adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd
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In this episode, ADHD coach and therapist Megan D'Angelo shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life. She discusses practical strategies to manage ADHD, navigate burnout, and maintain household routines, especially in neurodivergent families.
Highlights
- Megan's Personal ADHD Journey
- The Role of ADHD Coaches
- Understanding Burnout in ADHD
- Strategies to Combat Burnout
- Managing a Neurodivergent Household
- Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Mentions
- https://www.whateverworksadhd.com/ - Megan's ADHD coaching and consulting practice
- http://adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd - Affordable mental health assessments
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In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, host Sky Waterson, an ADHD strategist and founder of Unconventional Organization, shares her journey to an ADHD diagnosis during her PhD. She discusses common prioritization mistakes among ADHD individuals and introduces systems to help ADHD entrepreneurs focus and grow their businesses. Sky emphasizes the importance of personalized systems and the impact of the 80-20 rule in optimizing business operations for ADHD minds. Highlights
- Skye's ADHD Diagnosis Journey
- Prioritization Challenges and Solutions
- ADHD Online Diagnostic Evaluation
- Effective Systems for ADHD Management
- The 80/20 Rule for ADHD Entrepreneurs
Mentions
- http://adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd
- https://instagram.com/unconventionalorganization
In this episode, Dr. Saara Haapanen, a performance scientist, ADHD coach and international speaker, discusses neurodivergent-friendly workplaces. She shares her journey into the field, emphasizing the importance of supporting ADHD individuals in the workplace. Dr. Haapanen explains her patented FUNK MS model that caters to the unique motivational needs of ADHD individuals, stressing the potential benefits for both employees and organizations. Highlights
- Dr. Saara's Journey with ADHD Diagnosis and Coping Mechanisms
- ADHD in the Workplace
- Motivation Strategies for ADHD
- Challenges and Solutions for ADHD in Organizations
Mentions
- drsaara.com â Dr. Saara's website
- adhdonline.com/adultingwithADHD â ADHD Online diagnostic evaluation
In this episode we are joined by Melissa Orlov, an award-winning author and expert on ADHD and marriage. Melissa shares her journey into the field, practical strategies for couples dealing with ADHD during times of economic volatility, and how to build resilience and maintain connection. Highlights * Challenges for ADHD Couples During Tough Times * Financial and Emotional Strategies for ADHD Couples * Building Resilience and Connection
Mentions * adhdmarriage.com * adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd
In this episode, Cynthia Hammer, author of Living With Inattentive ADHD and executive director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, joins the show. Cynthia discusses her personal journey with ADHD, the importance of early diagnosis, and the challenges faced by individuals with inattentive ADHD. Find the ADHD Girls is the latest project of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, focused on raising awareness and providing resources to help identify and support girls with ADHD, who are often underdiagnosed.
Highlights
- Cynthia's ADHD Diagnosis Journey
- Founding the Inattentive ADHD Coalition
- Understanding Inattentive ADHD
- ADHD Online Diagnostic Evaluation
- Cynthia's Advocacy and Writing Journey
- Challenges of Late ADHD Diagnosis
- Advice for Parents and Women with ADHD
Mentions * Find the ADHD Girls - findtheadhdgirls.org * ADHD Online Assessment - https://adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd/
Dr. Luke Smith walks us through how El Futuro, a nonprofit addressing Latino mental health care in North Carolina, advances culturally responsive ADHD support. He shares what culturally responsive care looks like, from philosophy to practice. Listeners gain insights into effective, culturally-attuned approaches for ADHD within a community-centered focus.
Highlights
- How being understood culturally helps clients heal and thrive.
- Examples of holistic and lifestyle-based ADHD treatment.
- Examples of common hurdles and real-world nuances in navigating treatment options.
Mentions
- El Futuro - https://elfuturo-nc.org
- ADHD Online Assessment: adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd (use promo code ADULTINGADHD40 for $40 off)
This week weâre joined by Avy Schondorf, a mom, entrepreneur and host of the AvyHD podcast, who shares her journey of self-discovery, entrepreneurship and building systems that work for neurodivergent minds.
Highlights:
- The concept of "invisible admin"
- The importance of shame-free support
- Practical strategies for managing life and business with ADHD
Mentioned in This Episode * patreon.com/adultingwithadhd * adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd (promo code: adultingadhd40) * avyhd.com * Avy on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @avhd
In this episode, RSD coach Jessica Summers explores Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and its impact on people with ADHD. The conversation covers what RSD is, how it affects individuals differently and effective tools and strategies for managing emotional dysregulation. The episode also touches on the importance of setting boundaries and learning to prioritize self-care. Highlights
- Jessica 's own experience with RSD and how she got into this work
- RSD definied and its significance to sufferers
- Methods of treatment, including hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming
- Creating a sense of safety to facilitate learning and personal growth
Mentions
- ADHD Online Assessment: adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd (use promo code ADULTINGADHD40 for $40 off)
- Jessica's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-summers-hypnogenics
- Jessica's website - https://jessicasummershypnogenics.com
- Book - Surviving Family Gatherings and Social Events
Relationship coach and marriage and family therapy graduate Beaonca Ward helps high-functioning neurodivergent women - many with ADHD - overcome dating anxiety, find meaningful partnerships and have fulfilling sex lives. Tune in to discover Biancaâs personal journey, the unique challenges neurodivergent women face in relationships, and practical strategies for building healthy, empowered connections. Highlights:
- The increased risks and unique challenges neurodivergent women face in intimate relationships
- How traits like novelty-seeking and loyalty can both help and hinder relationship choices for women with ADHD
- The importance of somatic body work and self-awareness in recognizing healthy versus toxic relationship dynamics
- Practical advice for overcoming dating anxiety
- The role of education in identifying red and green flags in relationships
Mentioned:
- ADHD Online Assessment: adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd (use promo code ADULTINGADHD40 for $40 off)
- Biancaâs Instagram: @therealbeaonca
- Biancaâs Website & Free Quiz: beaoncaward.com/quiz
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In this episode, I interview psychotherapist and author Dr. Joe Nucci about the realities of ADHD, the dangers of mental health misinformation, and the importance of nuanced conversations. Dr. Nucci shares his personal journey, debunks common ADHD myths, and offers practical advice for listeners navigating their own mental health.
Highlights:
- The rise of ADHD diagnoses and common misconceptions
- How social media shapes mental health narratives
- The importance of thorough assessment and self-responsibility
Mentioned in the Episode:
- Dr. Joe Nucciâs website: joenuccitherapy.com
- Psychobabble: Viral Mental Health Myths & the Truths to Set You Free
- ADHD Online - To save $40 and get assessed now for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and more, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code AdultingADHD40.
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In this episode, ADHD expert Dr. Shirley Hershko joins the podcast to discuss how to use generative AI for productivity without distraction. An acclaimed ADHD expert and researcher at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Dr. Hershko also talks about her book Making Sense of ADHD, which offers a path to more productivity with less stress.
Highlights:
âď¸ The transformative power of an accurate ADHD diagnosis
âď¸ Strategies for leveraging generative AI as a productivity tool
âď¸ How ADHD traits like creativity can be a career advantage
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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Barry Herman, Chief Medical Officer of Mentavi Health, about the clinical validation of the ADHD Smart Assessment, the rise of telehealth, and how these advances are improving access to ADHD diagnosis and treatment.
We cover key insights and practical takeaways, including:
- The process and significance of clinically validating the ADHD Smart Assessment
- How telehealth is expanding access to mental health care, especially for ADHD
- The challenges and solutions in diagnosing ADHD in adults
To try the assessment and to save $40, visit https://adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd/ and use promo code ADULTINGADHD40.
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In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, Dr. Lyne PichĂŠ delves into the relationship between ADHD and sexual health. With her extensive expertise in sexual therapy and neurodivergence, Dr. PichĂŠ provides invaluable insights and practical advice.
Highlights
- Common issues such as boredom, distractions, anxiety, and shame
- The importance of safe communucation
- Identifying and addressing underlying issues
Mentioned in This Episode
- ADHD Onlne - 40% off Assessment
- ADHDSex.com - Dr. PichĂŠ's online course & workbook
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In this episode, I. interview Farah Jamil, an Ivy League-educated health executive, consultant, and ADHD coach. Farah discusses her journey with a late ADHD diagnosis, her work as a community builder for Muslim ADHDers, and provides tactical advice for neurodivergent individuals on how to survive in today's challenging job market.
Highlights:
- The FAN Framework: A strategy for being proactive in your career by Focusing on the facts, Asking instead of assuming, and remembering that No one is a mind reader.
- Working from the Inside Out: The crucial path from self-awareness to self-empowerment and finally to self-advocacy in the workplace.
- Combating Burnout: Recognizing the "three Ps" (Procrastination, Perfectionism, Paralysis) and the importance of setting healthy boundaries to prevent physical, mental, and emotional burnout.
- Leveraging Neurodivergent Strengths: How teams with neurodivergent members can foster more innovation and better problem-solving abilities.
Mentioned in this episode:
- EY (Ernst & Young): Check out their Centers for Neurodivergent Excellence for career ideas and to see how major companies are supporting neurodiversity.
- ADHD Online: To save $40 on a comprehensive assessment, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code AdultingADHD40.
- Follow Farah Jamil: Connect with Farah on LinkedIn or visit her website at farahjamil.com.
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In this episode, Izabella Risteski, an ADHD neuro coach, shares her personal experience with a late ADHD diagnosis and a rare, serious side effect from stimulant medication. Highlights:
- Importance of self-advocacy in seeking diagnosis and treatment
- The need for comprehensive support beyond medication, including coaching and self-awareness
- Understanding the neuroscience behind ADHD and using that knowledge to develop effective coping strategies.
Mentioned in this episode: ADHD Online - To save $40 and get on the path to relief now, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code AdultingADHD40. Please support this show by leaving a review, sharing this episode with friends, and visiting Patreon.com/adultingwithadhd for the podcast archives!
In this episode, comedian Ellie Hino shares her journey through the world of comedy, revealing how her ADHD diagnosis has shaped her career and creative process.
Highlights * How Ellie transitioned from various jobs to focusing on stand-up comedy after becoming a mother. * Ellie reflects on her late diagnosis and how it has provided clarity regarding her experiences on stage. * The jaw-dropping story behind her album title, "Soft Bones." * How Ellieâs impulsivity influences her comedy style and the collaborative process with her husband. * The ups and downs of feeling "on" or "off" during performances and how ADHD affects this experience. * Ellie's insider advice on timing, punchlines, and engaging with the audience effectively.
Mentioned in the episode:
Soft Bones, Ellie's album!
ADHD Online - To save $40 and get on the path to relief now, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code AdultingADHD40.
Please support this show by leaving a review, sharing this episode with friends, and visiting Patreon.com/adultingwithadhd for the podcast archives!
In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, we dive into how space design can impact individuals with ADHD, featuring insights from Stephanie Scheller, an entrepreneur and expert in neurodivergent-friendly environments.
Highlights:
- Stephanie shares how ceiling height can influence creativity and focus during events.
- Tips on using lighting effectively to manage ADHD symptoms.
- The impact of scents on memory and focus in professional settings.
- The importance of reducing clutter to improve mental energy and focus.
- Practical advice for adapting personal and professional spaces for people with ADHD
Mentioned in the episode:
ADHD Online - To save $40 and get on the path to relief now, visit adhdonline.com/adultingwithadhd and use promo code AdultingADHD40.
Grow Disrupt
Stephanie's LinkedIn
Stephanie's website
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In this episode of The Adulting with ADHD Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Sara Olsher, Founder and CEO of Mighty + Bright (aff). Sara shares her journey of creating visual schedules to help her daughter cope with anxiety and how this led to developing tools that assist both children and adults with ADHD. Discover how visual charts can simplify daily tasks, improve communication and enhance productivity for neurodivergent individuals.
Highlights * Sara's personal journey and the inspiration behind Mighty + Bright * The benefits of visual schedules for people with ADHD * How visual charts work and their advantages over digital tools * The impact of Saraâs products * Tips on getting started with visual charts * Collaborations with mental health experts like KC Davis and Mr. Chazz * Upcoming projects, including tools for elder care and memory care
Resources Mentioned * Mighty + Bright (aff) * Goblin.Tools * KC Davis on TikTok * Mr. Chazz on TikTok
Memorable Quotes * "Sometimes digital is not actually as good as analog for a variety of reasons, including the dopamine rush from physically checking things off a to-do list." * "The mental labor that goes into creating a to-do list can be overwhelming."
đą Stay connected with Sara Olsher by following Mighty + Bright on Instagram (@MightyBrightCo) and TikTok @MightyBrightCo, and visiting mightyandbright.com (aff).
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In this episode, I delve into the world of clutter with Star Hansen, renowned clutter whisperer and certified professional organizer. Star shares her two decades of experience helping people navigate their clutter to unlock their potential and embrace their true selves, especially those navigating life with ADHD.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Patreon: Support the podcast and access archives at patreon.com/adultingwithADHD.
- Free book: Grab your copy of Starâs book, "Why the F am I still not organized?" http://www.starhansen.com/podcast
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In this episode, I talk tech, accountability and ADHD management with Sharon Pope, co-founder of Shelpful. Sharon's service, which I use myself, supports people with ADHD in managing daily tasks and self-care routines through a blend of AI and human interaction.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Patreon
- Shelpful (ref.)
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In this episode, I explore why staying motivated is such a common challenge, and I share a few ideas on how to deal based on my own struggles as a working parent with ADHD.
Mentioned in this episode:
Patreon
Shelpful (aff)
Bullish Society (GetBulish.com)
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In this episode, I talk about my two favorite strategies for getting stuff down: containers (of time) and stacking (of habits/tasks). Mentioned in this episode: Womenâs Health Survey ADHD Europe Webinars
Women, ADHD, and Hormones Webinar w/ Dr. Sandra Kooij đ If you enjoy this show, please leave a review on Apple or Spotify!
If your holiday break wasn't all it was cracked up to be, this episode is for you! In this episode, I share a few coping mechanisms I put into practice during a winter vacay gone terribly sideways. Highlights Keeping it simple Asking for help Prioritizing rest Minimum viable morning routine đ If you enjoy this show, PLEASE leave a review on Apple or Spotify!
If your earliest childhood memories contain lots of people who didn't get your big feelings, this episode is for you. I unpack one of the most underrated symptoms of ADHD: emotional dysregulation. Highlghts
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in ADHD Personal Experiences The Science The Impact Therapy and Medication Coping Techniques Mentioned in this episode: [Webinar] All the Feels: An ADHD Guide to Emotional Dysregulation and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/emotional-dysregulation-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria/
CBD (affiliate link): https://joyorganics.com/collections/cbd-gummies?sscid=c1k7_23iiw đ If you enjoy this show, PLEASE leave a review on Apple or Spotify!
A shortage of ADHD medications that began in late 2022 continues to impact patients across the US and is expected to last at least through the end of this year. In this episode, we look at why there is still an ADHD med shortage. Highlights: Increased Demand During Pandemic
- Supply Chain Disruptions
- DEA Quotas on Amphetamine
- Now what?
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This week I explore caregiving through the ADHD lens, shedding light on the emotional rollercoaster, practical challenges and strategies for caregivers with ADHD. đ If you enjoy this show, please review on Apple or Spotify! Highlights:
- Coping With The Emotional Rollercoaster
- Navigating the Medical and Legal Maze
- Handling Unpredictable Situations
- Seeking Support & Staying Connected
- Self-Care for the Caregiver
Mentioned in this episode:
- Twenty-Four Seven: A podcast about caregiving
- Ep. 54 - How To Advocate For Yourself At The Doctor When You Have ADHD
This week I sit down with Heather and Sarah Taylor, hosts of the Braaains podcast who have a rich background in the film and TV industry. We delve into how neurodivergence is portrayed in TV and film, why that matters, and how it's been going. Highlights: * How neurodivergent people are represented in TV and film * Examples of misrepresentation * A watchlist of examples of it done right * The key to achieving better representation
Mentioned in this episode: * Youâre Not Alone: Navigating Life with Mental Illness (a 3-part series from Braaains) * Inequality in 1,600 Popular Films - Annenberg Inclusion Initiative * Joy Organics - visit AdultingWithADHD.com/Joy to save 20%!
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In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, I delve deep into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ADHD. Discover how modern technology aids in managing ADHD, from thought organization to daily tasks.
Highlights:
- What This Convo Is/Isnât
- My AI+ADHD Tool Stack
- Common Executive Function Challenges Helped By AI
- ADHD Diagnosis/Treatment Using AI
Mentioned in this episode:
- Chat GPT
- Shelpful (aff)
- Goblin Tools
- Adi Diner, iFocus Health
- Joy Organics - visit adultingwithadhd.com/joy to save 20%!
If you like the show, please leave a review on Apple or Spotify!
In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, I explore the overwhelming demands of transitioning from a laid-back summer to a bustling fall seasonâparticularly for those with ADHD. From the dual pressures of work and caregiving to the social and emotional toll of it all, I get real about what Iâm calling âthe busy seasonâ.
Highlights:
- What the âbusy seasonâ is and what it can look like
- Emotional & social impacts of the busy season
- The coping mechanisms that anchor us
Mentioned in this episode:
- Journeys Through ADDulthood by Sari Solden - webinar & book info
- 2023 Annual International Conference on ADHD
- goblin tools
- A new sponsor, Joy Organics - visit adultingwithadhd.com/joy to save 20%!
- The walking pad and sun lamp I use on triple-digit heat days.
In this episode I catch up with Adi Diner, CEO and co-founder of iFocus Health. Adi gives us an update on the groundbreaking tool she's been working on. Tune in to see how you can use this free tool to check whether your medicine's working all while helping the iFocus team improve upon their tool!
In this final replay of the summer series, I am joined by the legendary Dr. Sandra Kooij! Dr. Kooij is a Dutch psychiatrist researching the relationship between hormones and ADHD. From what she calls âdanger weekâ (the week before your period) to post-partum and (peri)menopause, Dr. Kooij totally gets it, and hearing her talk about her research is fascinating. Dr. Kooij treated women with ADHD for more than 25 years, and for the past 20 years sheâs been studying adult ADHD as the head of the Adult ADHD Program of PsyQ in the Netherlands.Â
Mentioned in this episode
Women, ADHD, and Hormones Webinar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPerPxb-RNs<âŚ
Prevalence of hormone-related mood disorder symptoms in women with ADHD -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33302160/
PsyQ - https://www.psyq.nl/organisatie/medewerkersâŚ
DIVA Foundation - https://www.divacenter.eu/DIVA.aspx
In our latest summer series replay, Iâm joined by therapist Candace Baker. An Arkansas-based counselor specializing in ADHD and trauma, Candace has extensive first-hand experience in navigating both.
Highlights:
- Candaceâs background as a therapist and ADHDâer
- The relationship between ADHD and trauma
- Why trauma-informed therapy is important for ADHD'ers
- What to do if you feel like youâre grappling with both
Mentioned in this episode:
- Sankofa Consulting and Counseling Services - https://www.sankofacounselingar.com
- Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/candace-baker-plumerville-ar/364033
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sankofaccsllc
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/candace.b8ker
- Kiss the Ground - https://kisstheground.com
- Gamechangers - https://gamechangersmovie.com
What the Health - https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com
In this summer replay, I chat with ADHD pioneer Sari Solden. Sariâs book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD has helped many women with ADHD to learn how to accept their neurodiversity and live with confidence. She specializes in psychotherapy and consultation for men and women with ADHD. Â
Topics covered * ADHD * adult ADHD * periods * hormones * coping skills * mental health * radical acceptance * Sari Solden * executive dysfunction * psychologyÂ
Mentioned in this episode:Â
A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD (aff)
ADHD Women's Palooza
Sari Solden & Associates
In this episode replay, I talk with Dr. Sarah Cheyette about the link between headaches and ADHD. Dr. Cheyette is a neurologist who specializes in ADHD and I saw her give a talk about the topic at ADHD Womenâs Palozza.
Highlights:
The Link Between ADHD & Headaches
ADHD, Hormones, Lack of Sleep
Getting to the Source of the Headaches
This week I talk with ADHD content creator Sydni Rubio about gender bias in medicine and what to look out for as a patient.
Highlights:
Sydni's diagnosis story and personal experience with gender bias
Sydni gives her take as a scientist on gender issues in medical research
How can patients be more discerning when reviewing medical research
Sydni's work with Inflow and how she came to do what she loves for a living
Mentioned this episode:
The gender gap in ADHD diagnoses - https://www.getinflow.io/post/diagnosis-data-review
Inflow - https://www.getinflow.io/blog
Twitter handles:
- Sydni @WhatTheADHD
- Inflow: @get_inflow
What in the ADHD? YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/whatintheadhd
In this episode, I chat with ADHD coach Dusty Chipura about doulas. We talk about what a doula actually is (and isn't) and get updates on Dusty's doula training and pregnancy book. Heads up that we're on summer break after this episode. It's a good time to catch up on earlier episodes. Be sure to hit up the older episodes on patreon.com/adultingwithadhd! đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
Happy 100th episode to me! When all this started, it was me rambling in a closet to myself and you guys kept coming back. It's been a journey and I spill on todayâs episode. I also muse about whatâs in store for Episode 101 and beyond. đ
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In this episode I talk to Aleta Storch, a nutrition therapist and founder of Wise Heart Nutrition, about the intuitive eating model she created for her ADHD clients. Highlights: - How Aleta got interested in the ADHD and food connection - A common misconception about eating with ADHD - Aleta's food needs pyramid for ADHD'ers - The No. 1 thing to do if you want more confidence with food/eating as an ADHD'er.
In this episode I talk with Liz Lewis about food, being a mom and ADHD. Be sure to check out The ADHD Enclave! * How Liz got started with her blog. * The biggest challenge as an ADHD mom when it comes to feeding yourself and your child. * The ideas or beliefs around what a meal has to look like. * A common challenge Liz hears in her community.
đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, I chat with registered dietician Nicole DeMasi about ADHD and intuitive eating. Highlights: - What is Intuitive Eating? - How Nicole into this specialty - The most important thing for ADHD'ers to keep in mind about Intuitive Eating - A common misconception about Intuitive Eating - How to find out if Intuitive Eating is for you đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, I chat with Patricia Sung, host of Motherhood in ADHD, about the intersection of chronic illness, eating and ADHD. Highlights: - Patricia's story - The food and stress connection - What NOT to do when you're struggling with food, chronic illness & ADHD - What you CAN do instead đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, ADHD coach Rachel Ambrose explains how cooking can be challenging for people with ADHD and gives us some tips on how to get started! Highlights
- How Tony Bourdain got Rachel into food.
- The challenges that people with ADHD can have in the kitchen.
- Finding reliable resources for recipes that are good.
- Whatâs not helpful when it comes to feeding yourself
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In this episode, I discuss ADHD and Binge Eating with Katy Weber. Katy is a certified holistic coach who coaches ADHD women (has ADHD herself) and is the author of Worth It: A Journey to Food & Body Freedom. Check out Katyâs Women & ADHD podcast!HIGHLIGHTS
- Katy explains what binge eating is and how she first connected it to her ADHD
- How ADHD and food have impacted Katyâs life, and how she came around to helping others with those challenges
- Why binge eating is so common among people with ADHD
- How to break free from the binge eating/dieting lifestyle
- Where listeners can connect with Katy
đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, I discuss the ADHD and Food connection with ADHD coach Dusty Chipura. Dusty is an ADHD coach who offers individual, group and pregnancy coaching as well as workshops on feeding your ADHD. Follow Dusty on Twitter or TikTok. HIGHLIGHTS
- Why itâs so hard to feed yourself when you have ADHD
- The biggest challenge Dusty sees in her clients & whatâs helping them best
- Dusty tells us about her Feed Your ADHD workshop
- Where listeners can keep up with Dusty
đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, I discuss ADHD and Healthy Habits with Liz Brown, a life coach helping ADHD teens and adults with health and wellness. Learn more about Liz.HIGHLIGHTS:
- How Liz got into the business of helping ADHD'ers set healthy habits
- The most important thing ADHD'ers should know about setting healthy habits
- Where Liz sees her clients getting stuck
- Whatâs helping a lot of Lizâs clients
- Where listeners can keep up with Liz
đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
In this episode, I discuss ADHD and Disordered Eating with nutritionist Becca King. Becca specializes in helping adults with ADHD heal their relationship with food. Learn more about Becca on her Instagram page.HIGHLIGHTS:
- How Becca got into this line of work
- The most important thing ADHD'ers should know about disordered eating
- Signs an ADHD'er may be struggling with disordered eating
- The first step to addressing disordered eating
- Where listeners can keep up with Becca
đ Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.]
In this episode, Iâm joined by Anna Granta, an ADHDâer who coaches neurodivergent adults on overcoming burnout.
Highlights:
- Annaâs ADHD diagnosis story
- How ADHD hid trauma for Anna
- The steps Anna took to address this in her life
- Annaâs major learnings about ADHD and trauma
Mentions/links:
- https://www.grantacoaching.com/burnout-crew
- https://twitter.com/annagranta
- https://www.instagram.com/grantacoaching/
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.] In this episode, Iâm joined by therapist Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis! Dr. Joan specializes in trauma and uses mirror neuron therapy to help her clients find relief.
Highlights:
- How Dr. Joan came to specialize in trauma recovery.
- What is mirror neuron therapy and how does it work?
- What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks?
- How does one know when their trauma work is done?
Mentions/links:
- http://www.drjoan.ca/
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/joan-antoinette-samuels-dennis-kamloops-bc/970398
- https://www.instagram.com/becomingbeautifuliam/
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.] In this episode, Iâm joined by therapist Nicoleta Porojanu, who uses her clinical background and personal experience in trauma to help others find healing.
Highlights:
- Nicoletaâs story
- Adverse Childhood Experiences defined
- Psychotherapy's role in addressing ACEs - is it enough on its own?
- How does a patient know when the healing is done? Is it ever done?
Mentions/links:
- https://nicoletaporojanu.com/
- https://nicoletaporojanu.com/resources/
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https://www.facebook.com/nicoletaporojanupage
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https://nicoletaporojanu.com/open-to-happiness-podcast/
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.] In this episode, Iâm joined by ADHDâer Theresa Lear Levine, a practitioner of the emotional freedom technique (EFT).
Highlights:
- How Theresaâs ADHD struggles and trauma inform her work as an EFT coach.
- What is EFT and how it works.
- How Theresaâs EFT work impacts her ADHD symptoms.
- The most impactful learning Theresa has about ADHD and trauma.
Mentions/links:
- https://theresasfreegift.com/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Theresalearlevine/
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theresalearlevine/
- Podcast - https://becomingmoreme.com/
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.]
Kicking off our ADHD & trauma series of episodes, Iâm joined today by therapist Candace Baker. An Arkansas-based counselor specializing in ADHD and trauma, Candace has extensive first-hand experience in navigating both. Highlights:
- Candaceâs background as a therapist and ADHDâer
- The relationship between ADHD and trauma
- Why trauma-informed therapy is important for ADHD'ers
- What to do if you feel like youâre grappling with both
Mentioned in this episode:
- Sankofa Consulting and Counseling Services - https://www.sankofacounselingar.com
- Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/candace-baker-plumerville-ar/364033
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sankofaccsllc
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/candace.b8ker
- Kiss the Ground - https://kisstheground.com
- Gamechangers - https://gamechangersmovie.com
What the Health - https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com
This week I talk with ADHD content creator Sydni Rubio about gender bias in medicine and what to look out for as a patient.
Highlights:
* Sydni's diagnosis story and personal experience with gender bias
* Sydni gives her take as a scientist on the gender issues in medical research
* How can patients be more discerning when reviewing medical research
* Sydni's work with Inflow and how she came to do what she loves for a living
Mentioned this episode:
* The gender gap in ADHD diagnoses -Â https://www.getinflow.io/post/diagnosis-data-review
* Inflow -Â https://www.getinflow.io/blog
* Twitter handles:
- Sydni @WhatTheADHD
- Inflow:Â @get_inflow
* What in the ADHD? YouTube channel -Â https://www.youtube.com/c/whatintheadhd
If you're a woman struggling with ADHD and hormones, this is a can't-miss episode. I sit down with Saskia Wenniger, an ADHD coach who shares her own struggles with ADHD, hormones and finding a path to relief.
Highlights:
- Saskia's ADHD diagnosis story and her path to becoming an ADHD coach.
- Her experience in navigating ADHD, hormones and doctor's offices.
- Saskia's major learnings after navigating hormones, ADHD and midlife.
To connect with Saskia, find her on Twitter at @CoachSaskia (Dutch) or @ADHD_Cyborg (English) or visit her coaching site at www.brilliantlydiverse.com.
This week I talked with Angel Shannon, a board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Seva Health. We discuss strategies for brain fog and optimizing brain health in midlife.
Highlights:
* Angel's background and how she got into this line of work.
* The most important thing we can do to help combat brain fog as we age (especially if we're already struggling with ADHD).
* Advice for people considering supplements.
* Certain foods that can help.
Mentioned in this episode:
Seva Health Group -Â www.sevahealthgroup.com
Angel's Community -Â www.getfitandfunctionalforlife.com Angel on LinkedIn -Â https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelvshannon
Angel on Facebook -Â https://www.facebook.com/sevahealthgroup
This week on the Adulting With ADHD podcast, I'm doing something a little different. As always, for podcast archives and to support the show, please visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd!
[Pssst ⌠To access the podcast archives, visit patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.] In this episode, Iâm joined by naturopath and menopause coach Angela Counsel to discuss how to survive menopause naturally. Highlights: -Angelaâs menopause story -Is HRT the only way to get through menopause? -What can women do to make menopause easier for them -Angelaâs take-home message for every woman struggling with menopause To learn more about Angela, visit angelacounsel.com.
In this episode, I'm joined by Clarissa Kristjansson, a menopause health coach and mindfulness practitioner. Menopause & Work Clarissa worked in corporate roles for three decades and when she went through menopause her mental health suffered.
A self-described high functioning anxiety sufferer, she had managed her job. Until menopause hit.
Clarissa explained when she started to go through menopause she wasn't sleeping well, her anxiety was worse, and she no longer coped with things like she used to.
Her tipping point came early in a new role where she realized it was not the job for her.
Mindfulness & Menopause
Clarissa has found mindfulness has helped her navigate the highs and lows of menopause. Women/ people can be in menopause for years, Clarissa pointed out learning to be in the moment can help accept this.
A different outlook on menopause
Menopause has been a taboo topic, many have no idea what to expect when they start experiencing changes.
Clarissa says she likes to reframe the way menopause is viewed. For some people who may have been parents, they can view it as their time. Or as motivation to take a chance and change things.
Don't miss the full conversation!
Clarissa's Link
https://clarissakristjansson.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at
- Adulting With ADHD .
Show highlights
2:56 I probably now realize many years down the road that I was an anxiety sufferer, but I was very good at hiding it.
4:32 But by that stage, I thought I was going to be stuck here in cities, something terrible was going to happen.
And then I had a panic attack at work, and that really was the tipping point.
12:00 It all sounds so bad if we only think about the symptoms, but the good side is that we get up, the changes are to reframe.
In this episode, I'm joined by the host of The Shift podcast and naturopath, Katherine Maslen. What is PCOS? Katherine explained PCOS stands for polycystic ovary syndrome and there are a number of subtypes. When she treats a patient who may have PCOS she looks at how their hormone levels fluctuate during the month.
When she treats patients she tries to look at the big picture instead of just treating the PCOS. She points out it's very treatable.
PCOS & Your Mental Health
She shares the possible link between hormone receptors and the way they influence a person's mental health.
In relation to PCOS, women can have elevated testosterone. This can lead to weight gain, insulin resistance, acne, and more.
Katherine dives into the different ways PCOS can impact a person's life and that there is a range of treatment options.
Don't miss this great conversation about how PCOS can impact your mental health.
Katherines Link
https://www.theshiftclinic.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at
- Adulting With ADHD .
Show highlights
1:30 my real passion is helping women to heal. The health. And I guess the way that we look at things at shifts from, from our point of view is we're really interested in understanding the landscape of your entire health.
7:00 I do think it's important to get a diagnosis. And I think it's important to see somebody who will look at that bigger picture
09:00 Outside of putting you on Metformin, which, you know, may or may not be effective in some way. Really the treatment options are the oral contraceptive pill, which isn't a treatment. The pill doesn't fix your period. It doesn't regulate it.
In this episode, I'm excited to be joined by one of the first members of a support group I use to run. Adi Diner was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult when she was studying for her Ph.D. Following her son's diagnosis three years ago, Adi started to explore new tools to help children and adults with ADHD. She launched iFocus, an AI-powered digital health device that can determine if a person's ADHD treatment is working. Check out our conversation to find out more about how it works.Â
Adi's Link
https://www.ifocustest.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
In this episode, I'm joined by fellow podcaster and ADHDEr Alisha Crossley. Alisha reached out to me after listening to the podcast and her story resonated with me! Adult Diagnosis of ADHD Alisha's road to diagnosis may sound too familiar to many of you. Alisha was diagnosed with anxiety when she was a teenager, after having children she developed PMDD.
During a cardiologist appointment, Alisha shared her trouble with focusing, often relied on caffeine, and was trying to juggle 3 children and a business!
Her cardiologist referred her to a psychiatrist and during the Zoom consultation, she was diagnosed with ADHD.
Genetic Factors
Alisha reflected on her upbringing and her parents' struggles with addiction. She now wonders if their drug use was a way of coping with undiagnosed ADHD.
Managing PMDD and ADHD
Once Alisha understood her ADHD and PMDD she was able to find a way to manage both. One tool she has found helpful is to track her cycle so she knows when her PMDD symptoms are likely to start.
Once she understood what her mood is like at different stages of her cycle, Alisha found it much easier to plan her days.
Listen to the full episode to find out more about Alisha's journey.
Alisha's Link https://alishacrossley.com/https://adhdyoga.ca/adhd-yoga-
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
2:40 diagnosed with anxiety through my teenage years, struggled with, um, PMDD after having children
6:10 I didn't even realize it, but she was screening me for ADHD. We taught to wow for two hours. And I really felt like I was more in a therapy session.
10:00 I'm always being sensitive to those changes prior looking at my cycles, but that ultimately is what made the ADHD symptoms more apparent and more problematic.
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In this episode, I catch up with ADHDer and yoga teacher Taucha Post to talk about her pregnancy. ADHD & Pregnancy The last time we caught up with Taucha she was trying to conceive, at the time of recording Taucha was ready to give birth. She shared how she has built her online yoga business into a community.
Taucha made the decision to stop taking her medication while she and her husband were trying to conceive. While it was challenging she found it helpful to surround herself with people who could help her with everyday tasks.
Body Doubling For ADHD Like many expecting moms, Taucha was trying to figure out how to balance being a new mom and keeping her yoga studio going. She wanted to make sure she takes care of herself, her baby, and clients.
Taucha has built a library of yoga sessions and resources, especially for people with ADHD. One idea she came up with to keep supporting ADHDers was to turn her online sessions into body doubling sessions.
If you're not familiar with body doubling, it basically means having someone with you while you do a task. Which is super helpful for people with ADHD!
It was great catching up with Taucha, don't miss the full conversation in this episode.
Taucha's Link https://adhdyoga.ca/adhd-yoga-
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
4:00 Balancing a baby, business, and ADHD
8:00 Body Doubling
9:00 Full moon practice & setting intentions
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In this episode, I'm joined by an anti-racism specialist and founder of ASCRIBE Educational Consulting, Sonia Lewis, to talk about racism in healthcare. Inequality in our hospitals Sonia is a trained doula and mom so she knows a lot about childbirth. She shares how many people of color find it challenging to articulate their needs when they seek medical treatment. She recommends people articulate their needs and make sure they document anything that happens during a consultation.
What does a 'just' health system look like? Sonia describes a just health system as one where everyone has access. Equality means it does not matter what your status is, you are treated with the same level of care as everyone else.
She also believes bedside manner is key, if a healthcare professional listens to their patient it creates a far better experience. Being your own advocate and feeling like you have agency are also important components to a fair system.
Don't miss this important conversation about what we can all do to create a fairer system. Sonia shares one of her most challenging situations in a hospital and what she did to demand a good outcome.
Sonia's Link https://www.drlesliek.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
7:30 A just health care system is equitable in the sense everyone has access
10:00 It's incredible that we have been allowed, especially in this country to lead every industry around the world, but other countries are getting it right.
15:00 And I proceed to have my last baby all by myself. I brought him up onto my chest. I reached over, I had enough time and wherewithal in my mind. I reached over and grabbed my cell phone out of my bag.
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In this episode, I'm joined by wellness coach, Leslie Kasanoff, for a conversation about how our gut health can help our hormonal health. Hormones & your gut Leslie has over three decades working in the wellness space, both as a chiropractor and wellness coach. She works mostly with women who need help with their hormones.
Through her work, Leslie has learned more about how gut health impacts hormonal health. She points out hormones aid digestion, impact moods, and energy levels.
Dealing with brain fog One of the most common complaints Leslie hears is about brain fog! Especially for people in peri-menopause or menopause. Leslie has found working on gut microbiology and a person's diet can improve brain fog.
The role of exercise Finding an exercise you love is another important element to improving brain fog. Leslie walks every morning and explains it helps set her up for the day
Eat your greens One of the most important tips Leslie gives is making sure you're getting at least one serving of leafy greens in a day. An easy way of doing this is making a smoothie. Getting a good dose of nutrition helps our gut and our mood.
Check out the full episode to learn more insights from Leslie on how we can improve our brain health.
Leslie's Link https://www.drlesliek.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
3:20 Brain fog & hormones
4:30 Gut microbiomes and what you eat
10:40 The role of exercise
13:30 Eating daily greens
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In this episode, I'm joined by Anna Grunseth to answer questions many of you have been asking about transitioning and ADHD! Transitioning as an adult Anna started her transition in 2013 when she was 32. She explains she had privately identified as transgender for a number of years before she felt comfortable coming out.
She came out to a few people at a time as she continued to explore her identity. After connecting with other trans people online, Anna got help from a gender counselor. She went on hormone replacement therapy and started with her social transition.
Anna knows not everyone has an easy time when they transition. her experience was not without complications. Living in rural Wisconsin at the time, Anna was cautious.
Finding the right support when you're transitioning Living in a small town meant Anna had to travel an hour each way to see a therapist. Although the therapist didn't specialize in gender counseling, she was experienced with LGBTQ+ issues.
The other hurdle was finding a doctor who was knowledgeable with trans patients and knew how to administer hormone therapy. Anna had to travel out of state to visit a doctor who was able to help her with this part of her transition.
ADHD and autism diagnosis as an adult Anna has struggled with OCD since she was 11. At the time she was also assessed for ADHD but the specialist decided she didn't have it. Anna thinks one of the reasons for this is because of her gender presentation at the time and that she didn't fit into the stereotype of a hyperactive young boy.
When she was in college she started to think the specialist had got it wrong. She had trouble focusing on her coursework and difficulties with her working memory.
Over the past few years, Anna started to learn more about the spectrum of experiences of people with ADHD and started to explore the possibility they had missed it when she was younger.
Following a conversation with her doctor, Anna was assessed and diagnosed with both ADHD and autism.
Check out the full episode to learn more about Anna's story and what she recommends for anyone who might be transitioning.
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
1:00 Anna's transition story
2:00 Finding the right doctor and support
06:30 OCD as a child, doctors decided Anna didn't have ADHD
7:15 Revisiting ADHD as an adult and diagnosis
13:13 Dealing with hormone therapy and emotions
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In this episode, neurodivesity coach Elizabeth Brink joins me to talk about navigating the postpartum period. Elizabeth shared her experience of going into early menopause in a previous episode.
ADHD & Postpartum Elizabeth shares she wasn't prepared for the challenges she faced during the postpartum period following the birth of her first child. Looking back, she says she had increasing anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and her cognitive functioning was impacted.
Wading through the information Moms will know there is a lot of information for new parents, one of the issues can be figuring out what is helpful and what is predatory on new parents.
Elizabeth says when you're over-tired, undernourished, and already prone to overwhelm going on Google late at night may not be the best idea!
She recommends figuring out who your safe people are and leaning on them when you need support.
Sensory issues & early motherhood Many people with ADHD struggle with sensory issues, Elizabeth found once she had kids some of these were amplified. If she was under stress, making dinner, felt hot, or there was a lot of background noise she found it very hard to cope.
Prioritizing when you're a new parent with ADHD The hormonal changes we experience post-partum can be even more of a challenge with ADHD. Elizabeth explains with the hormonal shifts on top of challenging cognitive functions, a person with ADHD might experience depression and anxiety.
She points out there is nothing wrong with needing extra support during this time to make sure you have everything you need.
Check out the full episode for a great conversation on the postpartum period.
Elizabethâs links
https://twitter.com/ADHDmamacoach
https://www.thrivingsistercoaching.com/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights
2:30 the impact of ADHD on the postpartum period
5:00 dealing with fear-mongering and misinformation
8:15 ADHD & sensory issues as a parent
14:00 adjusting to parenting
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In this episode, I catch up with Savannah LeJeune a Colorado-based photographer to talk about how PMDD (pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder) impacts her ADHD. Living with PMDD She discovered she has PMDD before her diagnosis of ADHD. After leaving college, Savannah was living in LA and working in the fast-paced film industry.
She experienced what she describes as extreme mood swings before her period would start. After reading up about PMS Savannah felt what she experienced went beyond 'normal' PMS.
Once a month she found couldn't cope with day-to-day tasks because she felt exhausted and unmotivated. Savannah started to see the link between the lead-up to her period and when she struggled.
Finding answers Savannah decided to move home to Colorado and sort help from a therapist who specialized in PMDD. The therapist suggested Savannah might also have ADHD and encouraged her to see a psychiatrist.
She found the first psychiatrist dismissive of her experience and sort a second opinion who diagnosed her with ADHD.
ADHD & PMDD - the hormonal link Like many of my previous guests have discussed, the drop in estrogen before a period starts can make managing ADHD a lot harder. For Savannah, having PMDD means the volume has been turned up on her symptoms.
Working with her psychiatrist, Savannah has found taking Vyvanse for her ADHD and Prozac for her PMDD has made a world of difference. She explains she feels good four weeks out of the month instead of three.
She encourages other people to keep trying and find someone who will listen to them.
Savannah's links Website
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights :59 Savannah's diagnosis story
2: 00 Symptoms of PMDD
7:45 Relationship between PMDD & ADHD
12:00 Managing PMDD & ADHD
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In this episode, I talk with Tamara Hiller a Portugal-based midwife about how having a midwife could help you during your pregnancy. What is a midwife? Tamara explained her role as a midwife as a primary caregiver during a person's pregnancy. She's a medical professional who supports people during and beyond birth. Tamara makes an interesting point that pregnancy isn't only a medical procedure. This is why midwifery usually has a more holistic approach to pregnancy by looking after bother the practical and emotional side of the experience.
How a Midwife Can Help During Pregnancy After talking to another ADHD coach about the role of the midwife I starting thinking about how useful having a midwife would be during pregnancy. In some countries, it's the norm to have a midwife as your primary carer during pregnancy. I like the idea of having a midwife because there's one person whose only job is to look out for your well-being.
Supplements that support pregnancy Tamara also has a background in natural medicine. We talked about what type of supplements can support you during pregnancy. Omega-three was top of the list because it supports brain health. She also recommends B complex and magnesium, both of which would be helpful for people with ADHD.
Midwife as Lead Maternity Carer Many countries in Europe, and places such as Australia and New Zealand, have a public health system. Tamara explained in these health systems midwives play a central role and are viewed as medical professionals. She says one of the benefits of working with a midwife is a more empowered birth. Tamara recommends writing a birth plan and talking it through with your midwife. She believes women can empower themselves by writing out a birth plan.
Tamara's links YouTube
Podcast
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights 1:30 Explaination of midwifery
7:00 Supplements during pregnancy
12:45 Empowered pregnancy and midwives
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In this episode, I'm joined by wellness coach Eileen Franco who shares how going through perimenopause impacted her corporate career. She now uses her experience to empower people going through menopause. Climbing the Corporate Ladder In 2017 Eileen was promoted to become a program manager. It was a stressful time because the company had gone through a time of restructuring.
At the same time, Eileen entered into perimenopause. She explains the start of perimenopause created a lot of chaos in her life.
Chronic Stress & menopause Eileen says her body gave out, she had insomnia, depression, and anxiety. As she started to recover, Eileen decided to train as a wellness coach.
After a doctor told her she just had to put up with the symptoms of perimenopause she was determined to find a different way of managing.
Hormonal imbalance Eileen recommends getting your hormones tested to understand what's going on. She says stress is one of the biggest culprits to the difficulties many of us face. She explains how stress impacts the parasympathetic system and why it's important to address stress levels.
Highlights
4:15 Eileen discusses stress and hormones
8:30 The role of progesterone in anxiety
10:20 Balancing hormones
15:20 Lifestyle changes for managing menopause
Eileen's Links Eileen's website
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
My guest, Alex Petrovnia, this week shares his experience of being diagnosed with ADHD and transitioning as a trans man. Alex is a biologist and director of The TransFormations Project.
ADHD & Gender Alex describes the beginning of 2020 as an interesting time, as the pandemic swept through the country he had two major revelations about himself.
He suspected he was trans and probably had ADHD. At first, he avoided dealing with either (something he doesn't recommend!) but the quarantine forced him to deal with them.
Coming out The first person Alex came out to was himself. He describes it as the most important coming out moment. Alex says he had come out to themself several times but suppressed it. The other important person was coming out to his finance. His fiance came out as trans a few months later and they have been transitioning together.
Hormones and ADHD Alex describes us as a deeply interconnected system, when there is something wrong with one part whether it's mental, physical, or emotional it will all impact each other.
Alex was on HRT before he was prescribed Adderall for his ADHD. He says he experienced a shift, the Adderall with the HRT was effective. Alex explains when you have the correct brain chemistry it's a moment when you realize how you're meant to experience the world.
Alex's links Twitter
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Show highlights 2:40 min Coming out story
8:00 min HRT & ADHD meds
10:30 min HRT & changes in the body & mind
16:00 min Endometriosis
17:30 min HRT, mental health & testosterone
22:00 min medicine & misogyny
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Sarah Cheyette about the link between headaches and ADHD. Dr. Cheyette is a neurologist who specializes in ADHD and I saw her give a talk about the topic at ADHD Womenâs Palozza.
The Link Between ADHD & Headaches Sarah came to treat ADHD through headaches! She was seeing many patients in her practice who had awful headaches so she started to explore how the two were interconnected.
She found people with ADHD were often under a huge amount of stress, once the stress and ADHD were attended to their headaches often improved.
ADHD, Hormones, Lack of Sleep
Itâs the perfect recipe for an ADHD storm, not sleeping, hormones, stress, and ADHD. Sarah points out for many people their headaches are hormone-driven, the headache can cause stress which can impact sleep. Itâs easy to see how a personâs ADHD can be harder to manage around their period.
Getting to the Source of the Headaches
Finding out why a person gets headaches can be the key to improving their quality of life. For someone with ADHD Sarah says managing their symptoms is essential. The other important factor is having a plan of what to do when the headache occurs.
Dr Cheyette's links https://sarahcheyette.com/about/
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages. As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more.
Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more. Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
Entrepreneur Laura Forde describes her working life as being in a perpetual state of anxiety and fear.
The Londoner experienced job loss after job loss and became accustomed to managers telling her she was missing details. After the death of a family member in 2019 she sort help through a counselor.
ADHD as an Adult Laura never realized not everyone felt like there were two brass bones going off in her head! After an appointment with a doctor at the Nightingale Clinic in London who life changed. She was given the piece of the puzzle she had been missing her whole life. Laura has inattentive ADHD.
Perimenopause & Adhd Covid was a tough time for many people. Laura found she needed an increase in medication as her Adhd became worse. When she started experiencing worse brain fog and mood swings Laura knew something else was going on. Not satisfied with putting
up with it as 'part of the course for women' she sort help from her GP.
Finding a silver lining Covid brought more changes for Laura when she was made redundant. She was forced to think about what she wanted to do to make an income. She shares how created her online shop Sonas Crystals and found her passion. Laura encourages anyone with Adhd to think about where their passions are and make space for creativity in their day.
Laura's links Sonas Crystals Etsy
Sonas Crystals Instagram
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages. As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative. With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more. Need basic info about ADHD and hormones?
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ADHD coach Dusty Chipura shares her best tools and strategies for surviving ADHD and pregnancy, including her upcoming workbook!
Following her seminar at ADHD Women's Palooza, Dusty talks about the how her pregnancy led her to think about what techniques can support ADHDers during pregnancy.
She found external cues were a way of managing her ADHD symptoms, especially when there were so many appointments to remember. Some of the tips included setting up a lot of reminders, external accountability and trying to make the environment work for ADHDers so that they can do the things they intend to do.
Dusty talks about the way many ADHDers don't want to be a burden to anyone but pregnancy can be a great time to practice asking for what you need. She suggested asking friends âhey guys, like I'm struggling with getting enough movement. Could we set up a daily walking date or a weekly swimming date?â
She uses the term creating a prosthetic environment which Dusty explains as getting comfortable with the idea that you're probably not going to remember everything! She encourages pregnant ADHDers to stop counting on their brain to be the thing that cues them. Dusty recommends practicing acceptance with the knowledge you might need a lot of cues during pregnancy.
Dusty has developed a journal for pregnant ADHDers to help guide them through their pregnancy. She partnered with a midwife to come up with a practical journal full of tips and tricks.
Dustyâs links:
Twitter https://twitter.com/dustychipura?s=20 Website https://www.vancouveradhdcoaching.com
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we aren't talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages. As a former journalist and current ADHD'er, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative. With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why aren't we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more. Need basic info about ADHD and hormones?
Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
To support this podcast or access its archives, please visit https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
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Writer Amber Shockley shares her long and winding road to ADHD treatment and the hormonal chaos and misdiagnoses along the way. Mentioned In This Episode https://www.ambershockley.com/ https://betterhelp.com/adhdadulting (aff) About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we aren't talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages. As a former journalist and current ADHD'er, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative. With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why aren't we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more. Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones. To support this podcast or access its archives, please visit https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd. You can also stay updated on the podcast here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/adhdadulting Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adhdadulting/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/adhdadulting YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/adultingwithadhd
I talk with yoga and mindfulness instructor Taucha Post about managing ADHD symptoms while trying to conceive. Taucha is a certified yoga teacher and a registered speech therapist who has been practicing yoga for 15 years.
Mentioned In This Episode ADHD yoga https://adhdyoga.ca/ Mindful Productivity Planner https://dogoodpaper.co/collections/planners/products/mindful-productivity-planner (Save 15% with code ADHD15)
BetterHelp https://betterhelp.com/adhdadulting (aff)
Mosaic Weighted Blankets https://adultingwithadhd.com/mosaic (aff)
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we aren't talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages. As a former journalist and current ADHD'er, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative. With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why aren't we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones. To support this podcast or access its archives, please visit https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd. You can also stay updated on the podcast here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/adhdadulting Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adhdadulting/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/adhdadulting YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/adultingwithadhd
Show edited by HK Productions
On this weekâs episode (by popular demand!) is Dr. Sandra Kooij, a Dutch psychiatrist researching the relationship between hormones and ADHD. Dr. Kooijâs October webinar with ADHD Europe on the topic did not disappoint, and we talk about her lifeâs work in this canât-miss episode.From what she calls âdanger weekâ (the week before your period) to post-partum and (peri)menopause, Dr. Kooij totally gets it, and hearing her talk about her research is fascinating. Dr. Jooij treated women with ADHD for more than 25 years, and for the past 20 years sheâs been studying adult ADHD as the head of the Adult ADHD Program of PsyQ in the Netherlands. Mentioned in this episode
Women, ADHD, and Hormones Webinar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPerPxb-RNs
Prevalence of hormone-related mood disorder symptoms in women with ADHD - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33302160/ PsyQ - https://www.psyq.nl/organisatie/medewerkers/-/wcl/kYuUJvTfljZd/1302791/sandra-kooij
DIVA Foundation - https://www.divacenter.eu/DIVA.aspx
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast
Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHD'er, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews and personal narrative. With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more.
Why aren't we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more. Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
To support this podcast or access its archives, please visit https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
You can also stay updated on the podcast here:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/adhdadulting
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adhdadulting/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/adhdadulting
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/adultingwithadhd
Show edited by HK Productions
In this episode I chat with ADHD pioneer Sari Solden. Sariâs book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD has helped many women with ADHD to learn how to accept their neurodiversity and live with confidence. She specializes in psychotherapy and consultation for men and women with ADHD. Â
Topics covered * ADHD * adult ADHD * periods * hormones * coping skills * mental health * radical acceptance * Sari Solden * executive dysfunction * psychologyÂ
Mentioned in this episode:Â A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD (Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers)(aff)
ADHD Women's Palooza 2021(aff)
Sari Solden & Associates
BetterHelp Mosaic Weighted Blankets
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
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In this episode I chat with ADHD coach Elizabeth Brink about hormone replacement therapy and ADHD. Elizabeth discovered she had gone into early menopause after coming off birth control. Rather than planning her third child Elizabeth found herself struggling with an increase of ADHD symptoms. Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, Elizabeth now helps other ADHD moms learn skills to manage their lives. On Monday, Elizabeth spoke on self-trust at the ADHD Women's Palooza. Catch the replay here: https://fn101.isrefer.com/go/womenpalooza2021/snysarah/ (aff)
Topics: * ADHD * menopause * perimenopause * adult ADHD * motherhood * early menopause * periods * hormones * coping skills * mental health * anxiety * depression * older moms * older parenting
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
Mentioned in this episode:Elizabethâs links
https://twitter.com/ADHDmamacoach
https://www.thrivingsistercoaching.com/
BetterHelp (aff) - https://betterhelp.com/adhdadulting
Mosiac Weighted Blankets (use promo code SPRING15 to save 15%) - https://adultingwithadhd.com/mosaic (aff) Show edited by HK Productions
Today I talked with Linda Roggli of the ADDiva Network about the 6th Annual ADHD Womenâs Palooza, which kicks off on Monday! Linda tells us whatâs in store among the 30 speakers, with fresh topics including ADHD and headaches, the ADHD genetic link and how to survive ADHD during pregnancy.Â
Links from episode: Register for ADHD Women's Palooza - https://adhdpalooza.com/women/?cookieUUID=7132fac0-fd9a-44b1-80d7-2fcde6660bda (aff) Catch The Replays - https://adhdpalooza.com/women/?cookieUUID=7132fac0-fd9a-44b1-80d7-2fcde6660bda (aff) Confessions of an ADDiva: midlife in the non-linear lane - https://amzn.to/3ro2CJr (aff) ADDiva Network - https://fn101.isrefer.com/go/addiva/snysarah/ (aff)
Due to Winter Storm Uri, I was unable to put out a new episode this week. Instead, I dug deep into the archives and found my very first episode of the Adulting With ADHD podcast, in which I tell my story of being diagnosed in my mid-30s.Â
To access all of the archives, check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.Â
Calico Boyle, the founder of The ADHD Femme Collective, shares her experience of having undiagnosed ADHD as a girl going into puberty. She also shares her thoughts on ADHD and birth control/pregnancy and bracing for menopause.
Puberty blues Calico shares there were signs of ADHD before she went through puberty. Once she went through puberty these would intensify, her official diagnosis would come as an adult.
She recalls taking her concerns to her doctor when she was in the pre-menstrual phase because her ADHD symptoms were much worse. But she was brushed off as having anxiety or depression.
Pregnancy & ADHD Calico was pleasantly surprised during pregnancy, she explains her mental health drastically improved during both her pregnancies. She says her hair and skin improved, her libido was increased! She didn't experience any dopamine seeking behaviours, she felt like she could take on the world.
ADHD medication & periods Calico points out it's important to get to know your own body and what is normal for you. One thing she noticed was her medication was less effective before her period started. Thinking it might just be her, Calico posted on social media and found many others experienced the same thing.
She encourages women/ people with ADHD to demand better information about the impact of hormones on ADHD.
Calico's links
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
Hello Adulting With ADHD fam, just wanted to do a quick posting and let you guys know that we're gonna start publishing biweekly, every other week instead of weekly. My schedule is starting to pick up now. I also work full time as a contractor, so it just works better for my lifestyle and it's going to help me better take care of my family and excel in my job. And honestly, it's just going to be a better podcast if I spaced them out to every two weeks instead of every week. There are podcasts archives at the Patreon (patreon.com/adultingwithadhd) if you want to catch up on that content while you're waiting in between episodes. Thank you everyone for your support. You guys have been so amazing! Until next time, Happy Adulting.
Today I talk with Catie Osborn and Erik Gude, who co-host the podcast Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD Adventure. Also known as @catieosaurus and @heygude on TikTok, Catie shares how a major ovarian event ultimately led to an ADHD diagnosis. Erik later joins us and we talk about vulnerability and the big moment ADHD Twitter and ADHD TikTok are having right now. And be sure to check out Infinite Quest! Itâs hilarious and can be found on most podcast platforms!
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
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Mindset and empowerment coach Lani Lecielle wants other fellow ADHD women to be nicer to themselves near that time of the month. In this interview, she gives her best advice on shifting your mindset while you're navigating PMS symptoms that exasperate ADHD.
Is it anxiety & depression? Lani shares she started therapy at the beginning of 2019 for anxiety and depression. She was starting to feel better but she had a sense there was something more going on. She started reading research about ADHD. After her therapist dismissed her concerns, Lani pursued a second opinion.
After taking a test Lani thought the doctor would tell her she didn't have ADHD. But the doctor confirm Lani does have ADHD and had scored high on the scale.
ADHD & PMS Lani describes feeling like she's turning into a completely different person about 11 days before her period starts. She remembers the first time she experienced a bad depression was when she was 16 before her period came on.
Now she knows there is a connection Lani has found it important to let go of expectations for herself when she has PMS.
Honour where you are Lani has learned she needs to be easier on herself when she has PMS. She gives an example of having 10 tasks to do in a day, in the past she would have beaten herself up for not getting them done. She has found letting go and trying again the next day a much more loving way to be.
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
Now that Helen King knows she has ADHD, sheâs not wasting any time going after the life that she wants. The host of The C Word: Kiwis Talk About Cancer takes us through her journey of midlife ADHD diagnosis after surviving cancer. Highlights - Helenâs diagnosis story - Pandemic times and the birth of a podcast - Looking ahead - neurodiversity & work
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I chat with Lisa Alecci, life coach and founder of ADHD Freedom, about hormone fluctuations and their impact on ADHD. Lisa, who has ADHD herself, didnât realize she had it until menopause hit. She explains why this happens and her thoughts on the broader conversations (or lack thereof) in our community.
ADHD during menopause Lisa explained estrogen decreases by about 65% during menopause. Estrogen is a key factor in the production and use of serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine. Lisa points out people with ADHD don't have enough of these in the first place which explains why executive function capabilities drop along with them.
A rude awakening Lisa has had symptoms of ADHD her whole life. It wasn't until her daughters were diagnosed with ADHD she started to wonder. She explains the symptoms her daughters were experiencing were things she also experienced but assumed everyone was the same.
It wasn't until she started going into menopause things started to get worse for Lisa. She was in her early 40s and noticed she started to lose things. Lisa also experienced confusion, at the time she was in a corporate career and her performance became inconsistent.
Is it Alzheimer's? Thinking she might have early-onset Alzheimer's, Lisa went for a test. She didn't have Alzheimer's and it would take missing more deadlines at work to get to the bottom of what was going on.
She saw Dr William Dodson and he diagnosed Lisa with ADHD.
Managing hormones When Lisa's estrogen dropped her ADHD symptoms became more pronounced. ADHD medication and finding the right dose have helped her manage a lot better.
Lisa's links
Website
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.
If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.
In this episode, I chat with Jenn Welch, host of the LadyHD podcast. She shares what itâs like to struggle with dermoid cysts and provides some excellent advice on how to communicate with various doctors based on (unfortunately) tons of experience. Highlights:
- When and how Jenn was diagnosed with ADHD.
- Jenn is a self-described "grower of giant ovarian dermoid cysts". She tells us a little about that.
- Jenn shares what itâs been like juggling multiple conditions and doctors. She has some sage advice for others doing the same.
If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review!
Mental health educator/creator Carls Richards makes phenomenal TikToks about #ADHD. Their gut-wrenching post about ADHD+hormones and WHY we arenât talking about it more resonated with 125K+ people. We talk about it.
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In this episode, I interview Patricia Sung, host of Motherhood in ADHD, about what itâs like to be pregnant with ADHD. She also gives her best advice for ADHD women who are pregnant (or would like to be someday) - she really knows her stuff!
Inattentive ADHD Like many women, Patricia flew under the radar as a young person and was not diagnosed with ADHD until she was in 20s. Looking back the signs were there, she did well in school, was often told she made careless mistakes, struggled with perfectionism, and crashed out at college.
Pregnancy & ADHD Patricia says she does not enjoy being pregnant! She experienced bad morning sickness much of her pregnancy with her son. And until after the birth of her second son. Not only did she have morning sickness to contend with, her ADHD symptoms were much worse.
She found she struggled more with fatigue, what made this worse was it was much harder to sleep when she was pregnant. Patricia points out people with ADHD often already struggle with fatigue. Extra fatigue made other aspects of her ADHD harder to manage.
Layers of stress Patricia talks about the fact stresses can start to layer up when you are pregnant. She gives the example of the stress on your relationship because the dynamic is about to change when the baby arrives. For many women with ADHD they find what works for them as a single person but it can be much harder as a couple, let alone adding a baby!
Stop comparing yourself One of the things Patricia advocates for is for women to stop comparing themselves to each other. She says this is especially important for moms.
Women with ADHD have an extra level of complexity when it comes to motherhood. There's little research on the impact of hormones which is why Patricia points out it's important to act with compassion.
Patricia's Links Website
About The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Itâs not just you â we arenât talking enough about ADHD and hormones. There are so many things I wish I had known about hormones and ADHD earlier. They play such a fundamental role in the human body, deeply impacting a personâs life at all of their life stages.
As a former journalist and current ADHDâer, I unpack this topic through patient stories, expert interviews, and personal narrative.
With new episodes biweekly on Wednesdays, The Adulting With ADHD Podcast covers a variety of ADHD hormone topics including puberty, menopause, perimenopause, PMS, PMDD, and more. Why arenât we talking about this more? What do you do if you find yourself struggling with ADHD and hormones? We discuss this and much more.
Need basic info about ADHD and hormones? Get the free quick guide at https://adultingwithadhd.com/hormones.