Stay ConnectedADHD Chatter is the podcast for curious minds who want to understand why we think, feel and behave the way we do. Hosted by Alex Partridge, each episode brings together leading experts and powerful personal stories to explore ADHD, autism, mental health, psychology and the fascinating science of being human.
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Dr. Samantha Hiew is an ADHD and Autism expert with a PhD in Medical Sciences and lived experience of being AuDHD.
In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of masking Autism, the identity crisis that can follow a late diagnosis, why making friends can feel so difficult, and how to find your true self after years of pretending to be someone you're not.
If you've ever felt different, misunderstood, or like you don't know who you really are, this conversation is for you.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
01:28 Why Autism Often Goes Unnoticed
03:22 My Emotional Reaction To An Autism Diagnosis
04:59 The Identity Crisis Nobody Talks About
07:18 Processing A Late Autism Diagnosis
11:39 Why Traits Can Feel Stronger After Diagnosis
12:59 The Hidden Cost Of Masking AuDHD
16:40 How To Find Yourself Again
20:32 Tiimo Advert
23:12 Why Making Friends Is So Difficult
25:39 Finding Love As An AuDHDer
30:57 The Stages Of AuDHD Acceptance
35:50 Audience questions
Visit Sam’s website 👉 https://samanthahiew.com
Find Sam on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/samanthahiewphd/
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Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Dr Alex George is an ADHD and OCD specialist (he's been diagnosed with both!) and one of the most renowned voices in the ADHD space.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
01:33 The overlap between ADHD & OCD
10:45 How OCD kills people
12:42 How ADHD masks OCD
14:51 ADHD Explained
14:40 Tiimo advert
16:07 Traits of ADHD and OCD
24:48 Audience questions
FInd Dr Alex on Instragam 👉 https://www.instagram.com/dralexgeorge/?hl=en
Visit Dr Alex’s website 👉 https://www.dralexgeorge.net
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Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
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Professor Gina Rippon is a revolutionary Autism specialist . Having written multiple books on the topic, Gina Rippon PHD shares the ultimate guide to live as a woman with autism.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
01:20 Why Gina wrote ‘The Lost Girls Of Autism’
04:57 What female autism looks like
07:06 The link between autism and depression
08:54 What age to girls start masking
11:22 Why autistic girls are bullied
14:44 The emotional toll of masking
17:33 Autism and abusive relationships
18:38 How women react to a diagnosis
23:13 Is female autism harder than male autism
24:44 Tiimo advert
26:05 Why plans changing causes panic
33:12 AuDHD (when you have ADHD and autism)
43:36 The key to thriving with autism
45:46 How hormones impact autism
54:29 Groundbreaking new autism research
57:58 Audience questions
01:03:22 A letter to my younger self
Find Gina on LinkedIn 👉 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/gina-rippon-33287819
Buy ‘The Lost Girls Of Autism’ 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lost-Girls-Autism-Autistic-Research-ebook/dp/B0CX7G2BZW
Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
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Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Dr Helen Wall has over 25 years experience in improving the lives of women. As a menopause specialist with a keen interest in ADHD, she’s dedicated to helping women cope with menopause.Correction: The video states that Helen is an ADHD specialist with 25 years experience in the ADHD space. This is incorrect. Helen is a menopause specialist with 25 years experience as a doctor in the NHS.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
01:38 The struggles of female ADHD
03:17 The toll of undiagnosed ADHD
14:13 Do ADHD women deserve an apology
16:38 Most memorable diagnosis reactions
19:45 Tiimo advert
21:06 The truth about hormones and ADHD
25:11 The truth about ADHD and the menopause
34:05 A message of hope for ADHD women
37:10 Audience questions
44:04 A letter to my younger self
Visit Helen’s website 👉 https://tvhealthdoctor.com
Order Helen’s book 👉 https://lnk.to/menopauseandadhd
Find Helen on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/doctorhelenwall/
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Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter
Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
Order Alex’s latest book about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ffd8709-06df-444c-9936-c136fbd14d6e
Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Dr Khurram is a world renowned, award-winning psychiatrist and author of Explaining AuDHD. He’s here to explain the emotional toll of undiagnosed AuDHD. In tribute to Adam 💚 Dr Khurram on LinkedIn 👉 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-khurram-sadiq Dr Khurram’s book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Explaining-AuDHD-Guide-Autism-ADHD/dp/1804369489 Dr Khurram on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/fomosapien666/?hl=en Book to see Dr Khurram in clinic: For an ADHD assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/in-person-adhd-assessment/ For an Autism assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/in-person-autism-assessment/ For a combined ADHD and autism assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/in-person-combined-autism-adhd-assessment/
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Dr Jessica Eccles PHD is an ADHD expert specialising in RSD. Oxford and Cambridge graduate in medicine, she’s here to share groundbreaking research shedding light on RSD
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
02:13 New RSD research
15:53 The link between RSD and masking
27:46 Beth’s RSD story
33:07 How RSD makes you vulnerable
34:50 RSD coping strategies
36:18 Tiimo advert
37:53 What causes an RSD trigger
48:15 How to measure RSD
54:00 Common medication for RSD related pain
58:47 Audience questions
01:07:54 A letter to my younger self
Find Dr Jessica on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drbendybrain/
Visit Dr Jessica’s Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@bendybraindrjessicaeccles
ADHD Chatter LIVE show tickets 👉 https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/adhd-chatter/?cpch=AEGPRESUK_SOCIAL&cpcn=AEGPRESUK_ADHDChatter_London_SOCIAL_Artist_11032026_OGNC_&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
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Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
Order Alex’s latest book about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ffd8709-06df-444c-9936-c136fbd14d6e
Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas is a clinical neuroscientist and ADHD specialised nutritionist. He has over 25 years of experience treating people with ADHD helping their mood with nutrition alone.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
04:11 Dr Miguels ADHD mission
06:04 Dr Miguels latest ADHD discovery
10:14 ADHD nutritional advice
13:25 How to navigate food sensory challenges
19:04 The ADHD brain gut connection
23:22 ADHD friendly food
27:54 Dr Miguels personal story
29:15 Tiimo advert
46:34 New ADHD nutritional research
51:20 Audience questions
58:50 A letter to my younger self
Visit Dr Miguel’s website 👉 https://drmiguelmateas.com
Buy Dr Miguel’s book 👉 https://mybook.to/ADHDbodymind
Find Dr Miguel on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmiguelmateas/
ADHD Chatter LIVE show tickets 👉 https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/adhd-chatter/?cpch=AEGPRESUK_SOCIAL&cpcn=AEGPRESUK_ADHDChatter_London_SOCIAL_Artist_11032026_OGNC_&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter
Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
Order Alex’s latest book about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ffd8709-06df-444c-9936-c136fbd14d6e
Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Dr Carly Jones MBE is a trail blazing influence in the ADHD & Autism space. With over 20 years of experience she has dedicated her life to making the world a better place for people with AuDHD.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
02:11 Signs of AuDHD
04:17 Subtle signs of autism
09:38 What AuDHD masking looks like
15:55 Consequences of undiagnosed AuDHD
22:05 The risk of being love bombed
39:14 Tiimo advert
40:17 Forgiving yourself
42:49 Grieving a late AuDHD diagnosis
44:41 RSD in AuDHD
48:38 The AuDHD ‘push and pull’
51:11 Why women were missed
56:40 Advice for newly diagnosed AuDHD
01:09:44 1st audience question
01:12:27 2nd audience question
01:13:33 3rd audience question
01:16:23 A letter to my younger self
Find Carly on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drcarlyjonesmbe/
Visit Carly’s website 👉 https://drcarlyjonesmbe.uk
ADHD Chatter LIVE show tickets 👉 https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/adhd-chatter/?cpch=AEGPRESUK_SOCIAL&cpcn=AEGPRESUK_ADHDChatter_London_SOCIAL_Artist_11032026_OGNC_&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter
Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
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Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Hester Grainger is the ultimate ADHD coach and viral sensation spreading her ADHD message to millions online. As an ADHD advocate and renowned public speaker, she is an expert in all things ADHD.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
06:38 Do a little everyday
14:23 Body doubling
18:35 Out of sight storage
22:54 Tiimo advert
39:51 Deep cleaning marathons
49:20 Rigid daily cleaning schedules
52:37 Closing advice
53:28 A letter to my younger self
Find Hester on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/hestersvibe/
Visit Hester’s website 👉 https://www.perfectlyautistic.co.uk
ADHD Chatter LIVE show tickets 👉 https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/adhd-chatter/?cpch=AEGPRESUK_SOCIAL&cpcn=AEGPRESUK_ADHDChatter_London_SOCIAL_Artist_11032026_OGNC_&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter
Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
Order Alex’s latest book about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ffd8709-06df-444c-9936-c136fbd14d6e
Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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Kristen Pressner is an ADHD expert. Her viral TED talk showed how people with ADHD can create thriving environments. Drawing on decades of experience, she’s distilled her knowledge into a simple & practical guide.
Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
05:35 Just use a planner
09:54 Break big tasks into small ones
16:00 Just be more disciplined
20:49 Focus on your long term goals
23:55 Wake up earlier
28:14 Tiimo advert
29:22 Build consistent habits
31:59 Just push through
40:19 Why can’t you manage your time
42:46 Just prioritise
45:30 Just try harder
52:00 A letter to my younger self
Find Kristen on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/kristen_pressner/
Visit Kristen’s website 👉 https://kristenpressner.comList inspired by 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bronwyn-nugent-201821212?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
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Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter
Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter
Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817
Pre-order Alex’s latest book about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ffd8709-06df-444c-9936-c136fbd14d6e
Producer: Timon Woodward
Recorded by: Hamlin Studios
Trailer editor: Ryan Faber
DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
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