Alex sits down with clinical neuroscientist, Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas! Expect to learn: 👉 The secret to a happy ADHD life 👉 RSD coping strategies 👉 3 foods that are TERRIBLE for ADHD ... and SO MUCH MORE! Topics: 00:00 Trailer 01:19 Why did you want to be a Neuroscientist? 01:56 What is the secret to a happy ADHD life? 04:49 Do ADHDers have trouble asserting boundaries? 06:16 RSD explained and strategies to overcome it 13:20 Are ADHD people more emotional than neurotypicals 15:53 How to pamp...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Alex sits down with 'One Year No Beer' co-founder Ruari Fairbairns to talk about the surprising relationship between ADHD and alcohol. Expect to learn: Why quitting alcohol in this day and age is so hard, how to speak to a friend who is drinking too much alcohol and how alcohol is holding you back without you knowing. Topics: 01:06 The surprising negative relationship between alcohol and ADHD 07:38 When does alcohol become a problem? 11:19 How would you approach a friend who drinks too much alco...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Expect to learn: 👉 How a neurotypical can effectively communicate with a neurodivergent partner 👉 How to manage RSD in relationships 👉 Tips on how to make an ADHD marriage work and SO MUCH MORE! Karen Doherty is a fully qualified Psychosexual Therapist and Relationship Coach, with over 20 years experience and specialises in neurodiversity. Topics: 01:07 What's the difference between a hyper obsession and real love? 04:18 How can a neurotypical partner effectively communicate with a neurodiver...
Mar 19, 2024•41 min
In this week's episode, expect to learn 5 proven hacks for ADHD, what foods are terrible for ADHD, what foods are amazing for ADHD, a simple structure to improve productivity, where people with ADHD are going WRONG in their efforts to be more consistent, how to beat perfectionism, what supplements are amazing for ADHD, how to establish boundaries, how to remove shame and SO MUCH MORE! Amie Barlow is a leading ADHD advocate empowering women to break free from shame and achieve their full potentia...
Mar 11, 2024•48 min
In this week's bitesize clip I chat to Dez Rock. She explains why small talk is a waste of time and how we can unmask and find our tribe. Dez is the CEO of SIEMonster, and a neurodivergent leader. Dez knows that having ADHD has been anything but a detriment to her career – her ability to see the world as a puzzle (and manage all of the pieces) has made her an exceptional leader. Listen to full episode on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0I3KtBy2GOkP2La0ctvplx?si=HKuVH8hBQwGAXBMAfwmrqg...
Mar 09, 2024•16 min
Internet sensation, Jay Beech, was diagnosed with autism and ADHD after a lifetime of feeling different. Today, he shares what he's learnt about his brain. You will learn: 👉 3 tips to master ADHD in your relationships 👉 The importance of compatible love languages 👉 Why 'Misaphonia' explains your hatred for loud chewing Topics: 01:14 What does it fell like living with ADHD & Autism 03:26 Why an understanding of ADHD/autism is vital for a successful relationship 05:02 Why keeping friends is har...
Mar 05, 2024•48 min
Lottie Drynan was diagnosed with ADHD when she was trying for a baby. Today, she shares her remarkable and insightful journey through pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. You will learn: 👉 How she managed ADHD during pregnancy 👉 How she managed her mental health though the postpartum period 👉 How she manages overwhelm 👉 What sets off her misophonia 👉 Lots and lots of ADHD parenting tips and so much more! Lottie is a powerhouse when it comes to advocating for women's mental health. Lottie i...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In this week's bitesize clip, I chat to world renowned ADHD money coach, Tina Mathams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2024•9 min
In 2017 Holly’s husband Ross (who was also neurodivergent) died of brain cancer. Since becoming a widowed single Mum at just 32 Holly has worked tirelessly to help people to feel ‘more happy and less crappy’ using her brand The Happy Me project. She works hard to breakdown any stigma around autism and ADHD (her oldest daughter is autistic and she has ADHD) & tries to create an inclusive and accessible space in all that she does. 00:00 Intro 01:27 Your early memories of feeling different 09:45 Yo...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 27 min
In this weeks bitesize clip, Ellie Middleton explains her experience of dating as an unmasked autistic ADHDer. She also bravely shares her experience with rejection. Listen to full episode on Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-chatter/id1677158558?i=1000630751123 Listen to full episode on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Zdc4XkAiBeDiVgsuSrCoZ?si=1c86951d37994ab8 Watch full episode on Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1zMGz9Xq18&t=1556s Hosted on Ac...
Feb 16, 2024•9 min
Alice Lovegood is a sex educator and OnlyFans sensation with over 500k followers. She earns over $60,000 per/month teaching others how to have more focussed sex. In this episode, we discuss tips for the ADHD community. Topics: 01:58 Why did you become a sex educator? 06:47 Tips to stay focussed 08:04 Tantric, BDSM and Kink explained 18:52 Tips on how to reach orgasm 22:04 ADHD and sex drive 24:37 Polyamory explained 43:42 How RSD affects ADHD sex 46:41 Toys 55:40 ADHD in the sex industry 01:02:5...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this bitesize clip, Sarah Templeton explains what you SHOULDN'T say to an ADHD kid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 09, 2024•10 min
This week I spoke to the founder of the productivity app, Tiimo, Helene Lassen Nørlem. In this episode you will learn: 👉 How the Reverse Pomodoro Technique will increase your focus 👉 What is 'time blocking' and how it can help people with ADHD 👉 The power of Asynchronous working 👉 How people with ADHD can finish tasks Check our the Tiimo app here 👉 https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/ADHDChatterTiimo #ad Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:45 Why did you create the Tiimo app 07:09 The story of how your co-fou...
Feb 05, 2024•48 min
In this bitesize clip, Joseph Pack explains why ADHD shouldn't be labelled as a disorder. He also explains how you can find your ADHD strenghs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 02, 2024•5 min
Today we’re speaking to Dr Alex George, some might know him from the popular Reality TV show Love Island, but today he’s got his Doctor’s hat on to speak about his ADHD diagnosis and how best to harness it. So here’s how to own your differences, some clever life hacks to help self-motivate and the reason you’d NEVER guess as to why he chose a hairdryer as his ADHD item. Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:39 What have you learnt about ADHD since diagnosis 06:24 Feeling different 14:27 Tips to manage anxiety ...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 22 min
In this bitesize clip, Dr Samantha Hiew, PhD, explains how unprocessed childhood TRAUMA is effecting your relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2024•6 min
In this bitesize clip, Roxanne (ADHD Love) shares the moment she revealed her ADHD diagnosis to her family. Roxanne Emery & Richard Pink create videos showcasing various aspects of ADHD. Their content empowers people to remove shame as well as being a resource for the neurodivergent community to educate their loved ones on the nuanced reality of living with ADHD. For Rich and Rox, life before social media stardom was painful. Listen as they take us on their journey through struggles, self-unders...
Jan 26, 2024•4 min
Dr Samantha Hiew is the Founder of ADHD Girls and a neurodiversity and ADHD expert. In this episode, Samantha explains how you can manage RSD in your personal and romantic life. Topics: 00:00 A description of RSD / What is RSD? 01:30 Where does RSD come from? 04:45 Is RSD more common in ADHDers 06:55 Can RSD cause physical pain 11:20 Tips to manage RSD 17:56 RSD in relationships 27:22 How Menstruation/Testosterone cycle affects RSD 31:52 How alcohol affects RSD 34:14 How to differentiate between...
Jan 22, 2024•44 min
Gizzi Erskine is an internationally celebrated chef, broadcaster, podcast presenter and award-winning food writer. We discussed: 00:00 Your relationship better ADHD and Youtube 04:38 Feeling different 11:55 Your relationship with rejection 14:29 Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) + relationships 19:03 Therapy and other strategies 37:43 Masking 59:24 Washing machine of woes Find Gizzi on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/gizzierskine/?hl=en-gb Support ADHD Chatter: LinkedIn 👉 https://bit.l...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC is an esteemed expert in the field of ADHD management and support, renowned for her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals with ADHD to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Brooke's personal journey, being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and marrying into a family of ADHDers, has provided her with profound insight and empathy for her clients. In 2002, she embarked on her mission to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with...
Jan 08, 2024•56 min
George King climbed Europe's tallest building, The Shard, without ropes or suction pads. He attributes a lot of his success to his ADHD. He's finally ready to talk about it. Topics: 00:00 Intro + Why do you like risky behaviour? 06:57 Your ADHD diagnosis story 10:39 Your purpose 3,000 years ago 13:30 Your stint in prison 15:05 Was your ADHD accepted within your family 17:43 Unhealthy dopamine + 'all or nothing' thinking 19:03 ADHD positives 22:35 The night before a big climb 23:58 Do you fear de...
Jan 01, 2024•58 min
Kirsti Hadley is the founder of Generation Alphabet – a space for people who want to learn about and celebrate neurodiversity. She’s also the mother of 12-year-old Sonny, who was diagnosed with autism with ADHD and OCD in 2021. Around the same time, Kirsti was also diagnosed with ADHD/autism and dyscalculia. Here, we sat down with her to talk more about her and Sonny’s journey to diagnosis, what it’s meant for their family and how it’s changed her perspective on neurodiversity for the better. To...
Dec 26, 2023•40 min
Holly Morris is a social media superstar with over 7 trillion followers on TikTok! Today, she's ready to talk about her ADHD journey. She explains how she always felt different, how she used to mask and how ADHD shows up in her relationship. Topics: 00:00 Intro and early memories of feeling different 02:25 Your school reports 04:00 Friendships and masking 07:40 When did you receive you ADHD diagnosis? 14:39 Did your parents understand ADHD? 15:38 How would you describe living with ADHD? 25:04 Wa...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Shareefa J tells her fascinating story explaining how receiving an ADHD diagnosis changed her life. She grieved the life that could have been, but is grateful for finally getting an explanation for her struggles. She shares what she's learnt, and the coping strategies she's since put in place. This episode is dedicated to anyone who received a late life diagnosis ❤️ Topics: 00:00 Intro and the Shareefa's chaotic life before diagnosis 05:39 Shareefa's relationship with 'masking' 10:27 When she kn...
Dec 11, 2023•55 min
When Brandon Scott was a boy, he was relentlessly bullied for being different. Now, as a man, he's turned his adversity into his biggest strength. This is truly inspiring, and is a MUST WATCH for anyone who has ever felt different. Topics: 00:00 Intro + early memories of feeling different 06:49 Your relationship with your parents 09:14 The funny 'tic' story 10:42 When did you know you had ADHD? 12:53 Why eye contact feels weird 17:39 Your ADHD item (adults magazine) 22:53 How ADHD benefits your ...
Dec 04, 2023•51 min
Have you been struggling with poor sleep, relentless stress, crippling or increasing anxiety, panic attacks? You may be breathing incorrectly. Jane Tarrant is a certified breathing coach. Listen as Jane explains the common breathing mistakes people make, and be amazed at how simple the solution is. Topics: 00:00 If someone wants to breathe correctly, where should their tongue be? 02:15 How many people breathe incorrectly 05:00 What are the most common breathing mistakes? 07:32 How does someone r...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 1 min
MARVIN HERBERT is an autistic and ADHD ex-gangster who once worked with some of Europe's most dangerous figures. Warning: This episode contains content you may find distressing. But after being shot and losing an eye, Herbert decided to leave the criminal life behind him. Marvin regularly presents in schools and prisons where he aims to inspire the youth and adults alike to be the best they can be. Topics: 00:00 Violence in your childhood 5:00 The tragic loss of your son 08:17 Getting shot in th...
Nov 21, 2023•44 min
Jannine Perryman, MA PGCE, is the Founder of ADHD WISE and CEO of Neurodiversity Networks CIC. Jannine considers that it is everyone's right to thrive and that whilst being neurologically diverse can be a barrier to achieving your potential, most things remain possible with the right support. Topics: 00:00 Intro and Jannine's personal diagnosis story 05:05 How did you find the assessment process? 06:46 After your diagnosis: how did you feel? 09:31 What would you tell your 'past self' 10:02 How A...
Nov 14, 2023•56 min
If you've got ADHD and a social media account, you'll definitely recognise my guests this week: husband and wife duo, ADHD Love! Roxanne Emery & Richard Pink create videos showcasing various aspects of ADHD. Their content empowers people to remove shame as well as being a resource for the neurodivergent community to educate their loved ones on the nuanced reality of living with ADHD. For Rich and Rox, life before social media stardom was painful. Listen as they take us on their journey through s...
Nov 06, 2023•53 min
Sarah Templeton is a passionate advocate for adolescents and adults with either unrecognised, and therefore undiagnosed, or late diagnosed ADHD. She has seen the catastrophic effects of the condition not being diagnosed early enough. Her decades volunteering and working with the homeless, serving & ex-offenders and with addicts had flagged up the disproportionately high amounts of ADHD in these groups; who have such an easily treatable condition which had been allowed to destroy their lives. Pur...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr
