You're Wrong About ADHD

Sam and Katie respond to your comments and questions about ADHD.In this episode: is it ok to do nothing? Giving ourselves a break is part of regulating our ADHD but it can be frustrating when we just want to get things done. There is so often a tension between what we want to be able to achieve and what we can actually manage.Sam and Katie explore how they feel about the push and pull between rest and productivity. Why do we feel guilty about taking a break?Also: do we have to accept that our creative brains need direction and that for good ideas to work we need practice and patience...or someone to help us!?Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube.For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevobellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Stimming, repeated movement that helps us regulate, is associated with autism but many people (autistic and non-autistic) stim. What do we mean when we talk about ADHD stimming?Fidgeting, feeling restless and like you've got too much energy is a massive part of ADHD. Your mind can race and you may find it hard to sit still but why do we do it?What are these behaviours telling us about our body and our nervous system? Vicki George, The ADHD Nurse, spent years working in mental health services and specialises in diagnosing and treating people with ADHD. In this insightful chat, Vicki helps Katie and Sam identify what stimming and fidgeting really mean.Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube.For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevobellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

The Labour MP Josh Dean has been vocal about his own ADHD. He speaks to Katie and Sam about his experience and why he feels it's so important to speak up for ADHDers in Westminster.They look at what the government response has been to Josh's campaigning and ahead of a report into ADHD services, they discuss what needs to be done to tackle waiting lists, offer better support for ADHDers and how to combat misinformation.Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube.For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevobellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

The frustration, guilt and anxiety that can come with ADHD also come with a physical toll.In this episode Sam and Katie describe how exhausting it is to have your body and brain running at a hundred miles an hour. The racing thoughts and hyperactivity but also the boredom, can lead to burnout.From clenching fists to grinding teeth, Sam and Katie look at what happens to their bodies when they get overwhelmed. They also explain what they do to use their energy, try to stay calm and to regulate their bodies and emotions. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube.For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevobellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

In the second of two episodes looking at Bipolar, Consultant Psychiatrist from Imperial College London Dr Sameer Jauhar, tells us about the crossovers between Bipolar and ADHD.Dr Jauhar explains exactly what Bipolar is, we look at the similarities with ADHD but Dr Jauhar also details how they are very different conditions. About 1 in 5 people with ADHD have Bipolar. Dr Jauhar works alongside Bipolar UK, for more information visit BipolarUK.orgQuestions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube.For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevobellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com