You're Wrong About ADHD – Details, episodes & analysis

TikTok stars and best-selling authors Rich and Rox Pink join Sam and Katie to share their experiences as a neurotypical-neurodiverse couple.

Rox opens up about her ADHD diagnosis journey, breaking down the challenges and how she’s overcome them and, Rich shares what he's learnt along the way to better support her. Their new book, Small Talk: 10 ADHD lies and how to stop believing them is out now.

If you or someone you know is struggling, feeling isolated, or lacking support, please know that help is available. Contact your GP or local ADHD service for advice.

The ADHD Foundation and ADHD UK also have valuable resources, support and information on their websites. For more details, visit:

The ADHD Foundation

ADHD UK

"Why are so many people being diagnosed with ADHD?" "Isn't it just an excuse for laziness?" "As far as I'm concerned it's just a TikTok trend!"

These doubts and questions often come up when talk turns to ADHD, especially as more adults are receiving diagnoses. To cut through the noise, Sam and Katie are joined by Vicki George, clinical nurse specialist and founder of The ADHD Nurse. Together, they unpack the reasons behind the rise in ADHD diagnoses and explore the importance of self-diagnosis and awareness.

To access valuable resources, help and support, go to:

ADHD UK

The ADHD Foundation

Mind

You can get in touch by sending your stories and questions to ADHDpodcast@global.com

Please don't skip over this episode. We know it's longer than usual and that can be really off-putting but it's well worth your time. It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and we're tackling a very important topic: ADHD and mental health. Whilst ADHD isn’t a mental health condition, evidence suggests that if you have ADHD, you're more likely to experience difficulties with your mental health. It can be difficult to untangle what's going on inside your head, and it's not always easy to ask for help.

Vicki George is a clinical nurse specialist and founder of The ADHD Nurse. She joins Sam and Katie to share strategies for managing your mental health alongside your ADHD and offers advice on where to turn if you need extra help and support.

To learn more and access valuable resources, help and support, go to:

ADHD UK

The ADHD Foundation

Mind

Mental Health Foundation

This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including suicide and self-harm. If you or someone you know has been affected by anything you hear in this episode please contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or go to samaritan.org

Dr Tony Lloyd from The ADHD Foundation joins Sam and Katie for the first of three special episodes focusing on specific elements of ADHD. This week they look at hyperactivity - a core characteristic affecting around 7 in 10 people with ADHD. Dr Tony tells them the signs to look out for and explains why hyperactivity can be particularly challenging for children who have ADHD. Plus they share the coping strategies they use, from breathing techniques to getting outside and going on a walk.

Find out more on The ADHD Foundation's website:

The ADHD Foundation

You can get in touch by sending your questions and stories to ADHDpodcast@global.com

Did you know having ADHD puts you at higher risk from experiencing burnout? The pressure to live up to other people's expectations, hyperfocused 'hangovers' and the struggle to set boundaries can cause extreme stress and lead to an intense version of burnout - known as ADHD burnout.

Sam and Katie speak to ADHD specialist and the founder of Nutritious Minds Trust charity, Dr Rachel Gow about how to spot ADHD burnout and what you can do to manage and avoid it.

Tickets for Rachel's upcoming event Burnout & Brain Health are available now.

To find out more about Rachel and the Nutritious Minds Trust, head to: www.nutritiousminds.org

You can get in touch by sending your questions and stories to ADHDpodcast@global.com

Tanya Bardsley is a reality TV star and businesswoman, best known for her role in The Real Housewives of Cheshire. Aged 39, Tanya was diagnosed with ADHD after years of struggling with anxiety and suicidal thoughts. Since then, she's been on a mission to understand more about the condition. She tells Sam and Katie how she struggled pre-diagnosis, her decision to quit alcohol and why we need to talk about the link between perimenopause and ADHD.

This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including suicide. If you or someone you know has been affected by anything you hear in this episode please contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or samaritans.org

To learn more and access valuable resources, go to:

The ADHD Foundation

ADHD UK

You can get in touch by sending your stories and questions to ADHDpodcast@global.com

Receiving a diagnosis as an adult can often bring up mixed emotions, whether that's grief, relief or even anger. Almost three years on from discovering they have ADHD, Sam and Katie look back on how they felt at the time and they take stock of where they are now.

To learn more and access valuable resources, go to:

The ADHD Foundation

ADHD UK

You can get in touch, send you stories and questions to ADHDpodcast@global.com.

Sam and Katie have been asking for your thoughts about whether you should tell people you have ADHD. It's a question that lots of ADHDers grapple with - especially when it comes to telling family members or colleagues at work. Sam and Katie share your stories in this special edition of You're Wrong About ADHD.

Thanks to everyone who got in touch - we love hearing from you. Send your stories and questions to ADHDpodcast@global.com

To learn more and access valuable resources, visit ADHD UK and The ADHD Foundation's websites.

Get ready... this is BIG. NHS England has announced it’s launching an ADHD task force, with Henry on board! This has potential to initiate a massive change and significantly improve the care and treatment for people with ADHD.

Henry joins Sam and Katie just hours after speaking to NHS England to share the news. They discuss the announcement and details of what it really means.

Check out NHS England’s website for more details. To learn more and access valuable resources, go to ADHD UK

Get in touch, send your questions and stories to ADHDpodcast@global.com

Forgetting to eat, only eating certain foods and binge eating can be common issues for people with ADHD. This week Sam and Katie are joined by Aleta Storch, dietitian and founder of Wise Heart Nutrition to discuss the ways ADHD affects eating habits and how to improve these habits and make healthier food choices.

You can find out more about Aleta and Wise Heart Nutrition here.

This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including eating disorders. If you've been affected by anything in this episode, contact Beat on: 0808 801 0677 or their website: www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk