Adult ADHD/ASD: My Journey of Self-Discovery and Co-Occurring Diagnoses

In this episode I recorded an ‘emergency’ session, due to finding myself having an unexpected mini emotional breakdown. In this episode I struggle massively with my identity and who I am, finding the correct balance between ‘me’ and ‘meds’,  current freedom inhibitors and, let’s face it, I’m pretty much confused for the entirety of the podcast. This is a massive struggle moment for me, yet I hope...

Hi everyone, in this episode I talk about my next medication review with my psychiatrist and the changes he has made due to some concerns, and just how valuable (or not) getting personal feedback, about your medicated self, from those around you is. I also share some examples of the more quirky little symptoms of Adult ADHD I experience and how they affect me in my daily life. Instagram: @adult_ad...

Episode 10 - I can’t believe it! In this episode I discuss being a walking contradiction in terms of my memory and hearing. I speak of my two different types of procrastination - the avoidance of a singular task versus the avoidance of absolutely everything. I hope you enjoy it and find it useful! Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey Facebook: @adultadhdjourney Email: adult.adhd.journey@gmail.com

In this episode, I discuss the challenges I have faced since being diagnosed around mourning for the life that could have been, the experiences I could have had, and the potential husbands I could have married - if only my diagnosis had come sooner! I delve into accepting the new me, and some teething issues I have encountered along the way.  Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey Facebook: @adultadhdjour...

In today’s episode I speak about my medication review with the psychiatrist, whilst going off on many tangents throughout! I also discuss further into how I’m going and some of the frustrations that I have experienced thus far whilst on the medication. Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey Facebook: @adultadhdjourney

In this episode, I talk about my experience with speeding fines, my incapability to remember (and even correctly read) important dates on the calendar, and how eventually I may be eaten by my cats. I also discuss more changes I have felt since being on my Adult ADHD medication. I hope you enjoy! Follow me on Instagram: @adultadhdjourney Facebook: @adultadhdjourney

In this episode I talk about adapting to new ADHD medication, emotional regulation and the ability to follow instructions (or lack thereof in my case)! Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey Facebook: @adultadhdjourney 

In this episode I discuss my ADHD diagnostic assessment, which happened earlier today. Follow me on Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey, or on Facebook: @adultadhdjourney

In this episode I get a little emotional at times. I talk about my struggles this week surrounding vulnerability and connection, too high expectations of others’, and a feeling of hopelessness and powerlessness within myself. I discuss certain dating woes and what goes on in my head often when I date.  Thanks for all the support so far guys! Instagram: @adult_adhd_journey Facebook: @adultadhdjourn...

In this episode I speak about my struggles with impulsivity and setting and sticking to boundaries. This is probably one of my biggest cruxes, and what I struggle with the most.  Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with my podcast and journey - adult_adhd_journey

I’m this episode, I talk about my ‘brush with a breakdown’ and the sensory overload that my brain experienced!  I’m sorry for any interference you may hear from my puffer jacket - I was very fidgety when recording (symptom: not being able to sit still!). If you want to keep up to date with my podcast, diagnosis or my journey in general then follow me on Instagram: adult_adhd_journey 

In this episode, you’ll hear the very start of my story and what led up to me getting a referral for an assessment for adult ADHD. This story gives some insight and background into me and what led me to where I am today. Follow me on Instagram at: adult_adhd_journey