ADHD or a “bad personality”? (Kai’s story)
Kai Liu thought she was doing a good job masking her distractibility and overall frazzled-ness. It wasn’t until a friend checked in with her that she realized she wasn’t masking her ADHD symptoms as w...
7 Jun 202223min
ADHD and sleep problems (from the “In It” podcast)
Bonus episode! Learn about ADHD and sleep from our friends at Understood’s In It podcast. Hosts Amanda Morin and Gretchen Vierstra first hear from a mom whose son has ADHD, autism, and sleep challenge...
1 Jun 202240min
What is ADHD?
You’ve heard our guests’ stories about their ADHD symptoms…but what exactly is ADHD? A bunch of listeners have asked for an ADHD explainer. So this episode, we’re doing something different. The best e...
24 Mai 202231min
Her intense, restless son harnessed ADHD by climbing mountains (Michelle’s story)
Marc-André Leclerc was a skilled rock climber and alpinist who died at age 25 in the mountains of Alaska. He’s the subject of a Netflix documentary, The Alpinist. Marc-André was diagnosed with ADHD an...
10 Mai 202236min
ADHD and distraction in the military and at home (Justen’s story)
Justen Scott got diagnosed with ADHD this year at age 27. His ADHD “aha” moment happened while he was stationed in Qatar for military service, and work just kept piling up. Trouble with focus and time...
26 Apr 202218min
ADHD and shame (Dr. Kojo’s story)
Dr. Kojo Sarfo played life on hard mode with his ADHD before getting diagnosed as an adult. ADHD treatment helped Dr. Kojo cope with his daydreaming and procrastination. But he wanted to do more. Toda...
12 Apr 202227min
ADHD, oversharing, and mom guilt (Lacey’s story)
Lacey has ADHD, and so does her daughter. But their ADHD shows up differently. Lacey is more hyperactive, while her daughter is more on the inattentive side. Lacey shares how her daughter’s evaluation...
29 Mar 202219min
ADHD, working memory, and feeling like a “burden” (Pablo’s story)
Pablo Chavez is forgetful and easily distracted, and he has trouble managing emotions. He’s also a playful, fun dad. He has a unique bond with his daughter, who has autism. When Pablo’s wife Britney n...
15 Mar 202216min
