ADHD Babes: The Podcast24 Sep 2025

E39 - Me, My ADHD and My Black Family

Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, the hosts and their guests delve into the complexities of growing up with ADHD in black families, exploring personal experiences, cultural stigmas, and the impact of neurodiversity on relationships and mental health. They discuss the importance of education and community support in understanding ADHD and the need to reclaim the narrative around disability. The conversation highlights the shared experiences of individuals navigating their identities and the challenges faced within their families and society.

Host

Ana

Joy

Guests

Kemi aka ADHD Baddie - @adhd.baddie

Janelle

Amoyah

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Family Dynamics

03:21 Personal Journeys with ADHD

06:22 Cultural Perspectives on Neurodiversity

09:48 Childhood Experiences and Family Relationships

12:46 Understanding Mental Health in Families

15:43 The Impact of ADHD on Relationships

18:24 Generational Patterns of ADHD

21:24 Navigating Life with ADHD

24:39 The Role of Partners in ADHD Experiences

27:32 Conclusion and Reflections on ADHD

38:19 Understanding Neurodiversity in Relationships

43:46 Cultural Stigmas and Mental Health Awareness

49:39 Navigating Education and Diagnosis

57:22 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Neurodiversity

01:03:40 Reclaiming the Narrative Around Disability

01:10:55 Workplace Challenges and Acceptance

01:16:51 outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Julez

Edited by - Shauna

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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