talkADHD

Summary Tom Woodhams, a tech recruiter and content creator, shares his journey with ADHD and how it has influenced his career and personal life. He discusses his early career in lifeguarding and telesales, his struggles with impulsivity and addiction, and his eventual diagnosis of ADHD. Tom talks about the impact of medication on his daily life and how he manages his symptoms. He also highlights t...

Summary Dopamine is a chemical used in the brain to send messages between neurons. It is not an on-off switch but rather a modulator that interacts with other neurotransmitters. Increasing dopamine levels can improve symptoms of ADHD, but too much dopamine can lead to psychosis. Titration is important in finding the right balance of dopamine transmission. Dopamine is not just a reward chemical, bu...

In this episode, Matt interviews Alison Sauer, an advocate for home education. Alison shares her personal journey and the importance of home education in providing a more compassionate and child-centered form of education. She emphasizes that home education is a right in the UK and parents have the freedom to choose this option. Alison also discusses the negative aspects of traditional schooling,...

Summary In this episode, Matt and Andrew discuss the importance of balance and critical thinking when consuming information about neurodiversity. They highlight the need to distinguish between confidently presented generalizations and actual facts, and the challenge of navigating the abundance of content and opinions online. They also discuss the impact of passionate personalities and the tendency...

Summary This episode explores the co-occurrence of ADHD and autism, discussing diagnostic challenges, treatment approaches, common misconceptions, and the impact on daily life. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-understanding and challenges the idea of labeling oneself solely based on diagnostic criteria. The concept of the 'missing middle' is introduced, highlighting the need to a...

This episode explores the connections between menopause and neurodiversity, particularly ADHD and autism. The guest, Diane Porterville-Born, shares her personal experiences and professional insights as a menopause nurse practitioner. She discusses how she started connecting menopause with neurodiversity and the implications for treatment. Diane highlights the lack of awareness and misconceptions s...

Summary In this episode, Matt is joined by Mandy Orlak, a specialist in employment law and disability. They discuss the legal aspects of having a disability, including the definition of disability, the process of disclosing a disability to employers, and the importance of reasonable adjustments. They also cover common misconceptions about reasonable adjustments, the role of education in employment...

Summary In this episode, Matt and Andrew discuss coexisting conditions with ADHD. They emphasize that coexisting conditions are not add-ons to ADHD but rather part of being human. The most common coexisting conditions include other neurodevelopmental conditions, affective disorders, psychosis, and physical health problems. The impact of these conditions on ADHD management varies, and it is importa...

In this episode, Matt and Andrew discuss how to take control of ADHD. They emphasize the importance of understanding ADHD on a personal level and the need to break down the question of taking control. The conversation covers topics such as anxiety, cortisol levels, challenges with executive function, and the importance of stopping and decompressing. They highlight the significance of reducing fear...

his podcast episode discusses what a good assessment for ADHD looks like and how to determine the quality of an assessment report. The conversation explores the diagnostic criteria for ADHD and the importance of a conversation-based assessment rather than a tick-box exercise. The episode also addresses the challenges of history taking, the complexity of assessing childhood symptoms, and the high r...

00:00 Introduction to the Topic of Relationships 06:44 Melissa Orlov's Journey into ADHD and Relationships 13:26 The Impact of ADHD on Relationships 19:57 The Hyperfocus Courtship Phase 27:05 Misdiagnosis and ADHD 32:18 The Impact of ADHD on Relationships 40:09 Managing ADHD in Dual-ADHD Couples 46:12 The Destructive Interaction 51:23 Intentions vs. Outcomes 56:21 Getting Treatment and Rebuilding...

In this episode, Matt and Andrew reflect on the events of 2023 and how it shaped their perspectives on neurodiversity and neurodivergence. They discuss the frustrations and investigations they faced in the first quarter of the year, including their involvement in a BBC investigation on ADHD assessments. They also share their experiences of contract termination and the challenges of whistleblowing....

Why bring a woman with ADHD is harder? 0:00 Introduction 4:29 Endochrinology and the science bit 10:25 The female hormone journey 15:42 Why ADHD research doesn't suit women? ADHD 28:26 What does a good assessment look like for a woman? 42:50 Is it hormones or ADHD? 54:45 Should people provide extra info at assessment? 1:08:40 Should teachers know more about ADHD and girls? 1:15:50 We're not radica...

This episode of Talk ADHD explores the topic of addiction and its links to ADHD. Takeaways Individuals with ADHD are at a higher risk of developing addictions due to impulsivity, hyperactivity, and poor decision-making. Addiction is not limited to substance use and can include behaviors such as excessive screen time or workaholism. Early education and identification are crucial in addressing addic...

Summary This episode of Talk ADHD explores the impact of ADHD on relationships. Takeaways Relationships encompass all types of connections, not just romantic ones. Attachment theory plays a significant role in shaping our understanding of relationships. Individuals with ADHD often face challenges in communication, emotional regulation, and overwhelm. Masking, or adapting behavior to fit societal e...

Yes, there is a shortage of ADHd medication in the UK. Elvance and Gaufacine are affected. But all the media reports and people commenting on it are doing no more than fuelling the misunderstanding of why it's happening and what we can do. So, before this bonus episode Matt spoke to Takeda, who supply the medications to the wholesalers an in turn to pharmacies. This is what they had to say. Andrew...

Beyond medication and with medication. Matt and Andrew take a detailed look at other appraoches that can be used alongside or indepenant of medicaion to help with our ADHD. Therapy, Counselling, Coaching, Mentoring. Supplements, hobbies and much more are discussed. 0:00 Introduction 2:44 Undiagnosed to diagnosed - what changes? 4:15 What is a multilodal approach? 8:33 ADHD meds are not like wearin...

Episode 1 - Meidcation Join Matt Gupwell from https://mattgupwell.com and Andrew Jay from Divergence as they discuss everything you need to know about ADHD Medication. Matt and Andrew take a detailed look at ADHD medication. What is it? What does it do? Who should or should not take it? How long should you take it for? Is it safe for children or senior citizens and who's choice is it to decide whi...

ADHD is not a dopamine disorder! Let that sink in.... The first evidence based ADHD podcast launche 23/11/23 Can you afford not to listen? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TALK ADHD Episode : 23/11/23 Everything you never knew but should have been told about ADHD medication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.