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Join late discovered ADHDer turned Activist Laura Mears-Reynolds and the Leopard Print Army on a late ADHD safari. Chats with very special guests provide ADHD information, validation and shame eradication. Navigating ADHD discovery, diagnosis, unmasking, relationships and all the chaos it brings! Featuring ADHD LEGENDS including: Clementine Ford, Davinia Taylor, Dr Nighat Arif, ADHD Love, Catieosaurus, Riyadh Khalaf, Adulting ADHD and many more…
With a hope to help others and push for systemic change so that ADHDers can be treated both medically and with the respect they deserve. Together we will make change happen!

All episodes prior to Oct ‘23 feature & were edited by Dawn Farmer.

Copyright: © 2023 ADHD As Females

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ADHD, Internalised Misogyny & Really Sh*t Daydreams: Laura Mears-Reynolds Oct 30, 2024

For the finale of Season 3 I've swapped roles with Dr James Brown of the ADHD Adults Podcast and ADHDadultUK Charity - the 1st ever ADHDAF guest - to answer the questions I've been asking for 2.5 years to conclude the season which almost didn't get released & ADHD Awareness Month 2024.
Whilst we explore the themes of Internalised misogyny, ableism and RSD, this lengthy, side-questy and VERY sweary (sorry Mum) chinwag is a celebration of launching stage one of ADHDAF+ Charity and ADHDAF Emporium and all that's been overcome to continue ADHDAF solo for a whole year. And it is an ENORMOUS THANK YOU to all who have supported this podcast, the socials, the online peer support community, the live events, the retreat and ADHDAF Day. I can't say thank you enough to you all!
- As explained in the episode(!!!) this cover photo is by the incredible @summonfirehotography
- Editing and jingle by @sessionzservices
- The playlist for all season 3 guests 'ADHD Song', including my ADHDAF Anthem is available to listen to HERE
I must admit I was cringing at the amount of times I swear in this episode - likely because it turned into a relaxed conversation between two friends. HOWEVER, I realised that if I edited the swearing out, I would only be doing so to appease my own internalised misogyny! So I've kept the swears in for that reason, and because it is symbolic of all that I've put into ADHDAF since April '22 - every single 'eff' I have to give! :)
THANKS SO MUCH to James for interviewing me and for all of his support from day dot - a man who has done DOUBLE the ammont of live shows I have at 70 in the same period!!
Trigger warning: Alongside swearing we discuss some heavy topics such as: bullying, ableism, trolling, sexism, internalised misogyny, addiction, accidental injury, premature death, suicidal ideation, suicide, self harm, divorce, family and relationship struggles, bereavement, abusive relationships, self loathing, depression and anxiety.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT
Please remember YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Laura x

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ADHDAF DAY / Flackstock Festival Finale Oct 25, 2024

LEOPARD PRINT ARMY ASSEMBLE! It's ADHDAF DAY TODAY! The third annual day that the ADHDAF Community paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness! JOIN US FOR THIS ONLINE EVENT (details below)
This mini episode is the finale from our ADHDAF Emporium Tent live at Flackstock Festival at which the ADHDAF Peer Support Community helped me raise ADHD Awareness by sharing what they would most like the world to know - just as I have in the previous 9 episodes of this mini series - amplifying the voices of those that have gone unheard for far too long. NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US!
Please be aware that the sound quality isn't great as this was recorded live on stage at a festival! If you remember in a previous episode I talked about the serendipitous ending you can hear a little bit of that in the background too! xxx
Photo Credit: Dopamine and Daydreams in ADHDAF Emporium at Flackstock '24
Having our own ADHDAF Emporium ADHD Awareness tent at a mainstream festival was such a proud moment. To be 'ROARING' to the general public, and at the festival created by the family and friends of Caroline Flack to raise Mental health awareness, where the main message is BE KIND.
ENORMOUS THANKS TO ALL INVOLVED, We can't wait to do it all again next year!
Join the Leopard Print Army online TODAY: Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and hashtag: #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at this desperately needed time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, divorce, childhood struggles, ableism, bullying, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, low self esteem, mental health crisis, depression, addiction, divorce, self harm, eating disorders, traffic accidents, premature loss of life and suicide.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
FIND OUT about ADHDAF+ Charity HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you so much for your support and hope to see you on socials in Leopard Print TODAY!
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 9 Oct 24, 2024

This mini episode is the finale of a mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know and amplifying the voices of those that have gone unheard for far too long. NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US!
Enormous thanks to Micky, Kirsty & Sahra for volunteering their voices and for all of their support!
IT'S ADHDAF DAY TOMORROW! We invite you to join us online THIS FRIDAY: 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and hashtag: #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at this desperately needed time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, divorce, childhood struggles, ableism, bullying, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, low self esteem, mental health crisis, suicide
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
FIND OUT about ADHDAF+ Charity HERE
- Alongside ADHD Awareness month it is also Menopause Awareness Month. Find out more about Menopause HERE and listen to Dr Nighat Arif explain Multi Hormone Sensitivity Theory and how hormones impact ADHD HERE
- It's also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
- AND it's Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Resources for support curated by @feminist HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you so much for your support and hope to see you on socials in Leopard Print this Friday!
Laura x

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The Most ADHD Things of September '24 Oct 23, 2024

It's time to have fun whilst raising ADHD awareness! I'm joined by my husband 'Big' to read @adhdafpodcast follower's 'Most ADHD Thing' entries of last month. Each Saturday I ask on socials 'What is the most ADHD thing you've done this week?' to encourage listeners to connect for Peer Support, to laugh at the things that would usually make us cry, to raise ADHD awareness, break the stigma and to eradicate the shame so many of carry after a lifetime of unidentified ADHD.
Please note that ADHD presents differently in every individual and SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID, and in a system so broken you could be waiting the best part of a decade for life changing - and in many cases - life saving diagnosis and treatment, it bloody well has to be! Lean into the community and drop that shame!
It's ALMOST ADHDAF DAY! We invite you to join us online THIS FRIDAY: 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
TW: mentions of toilet mishaps memory issues, self worth issues, harsh critiques, accidental injury, menty b's, loud laughter and too-muchness.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If you are struggling to access your ADHD medication, use this: Pharmacy Stock Checker
CHECK OUT THE CHAZZA! ADHDAF+ is a charity inspired and fundraised for by ADHDAF Podcast, but it is a separate entity entirely. Our aim is to connect and empower ADHD adults of marginalised genders. FIND OUT MORE
Please listen to and share the mini ADHD Awareness Month episodes HEAR US ROAR!
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE
To be notified of future ADHDAF re(TREATS) like The Holistic(ish) Weekender SIGN UP HERE
Jingle by Sessionz
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it to help other ADHDers drop the shame, have a giggle and support each other. You can also help massively by hitting those stars or leaving a review. All help raise ADHD Awareness and unite the ADHD Community.
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE Hope to see you online in Leopard Print on Friday!
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY!
Laurax

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 8 Oct 22, 2024

This mini episode is the penultimate of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know and amplifying the voices of those that have gone unheard for far too long. NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US!
Enormous thanks to Toni, Louise & Kirsty for volunteering their voices and for all of their support!
It's ALMOST ADHDAF DAY! We invite you to join us online THIS FRIDAY: 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and hashtag: #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at this desperately needed time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, divorce, childhood struggles, ableism, bullying, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, low self esteem, mental health crisis, suicide
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
FIND OUT about ADHDAF+ Charity HERE
- Alongside ADHD Awareness month it is also Menopause Awareness Month. Find out more about Menopause HERE and listen to Dr Nighat Arif explain Multi Hormone Sensitivity Theory and how hormones impact ADHD HERE
- It's also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
- AND it's Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Resources for support curated by @feminist HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you so much for your support and hope to see you on socials in Leopard Print this Friday!
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 7 Oct 21, 2024

This mini episode is part 7 of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know and amplifying the voices of those that have gone unheard for far too long. NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US!
Enormous thanks to Maria, Rachel & Tracy for volunteering their voices and for all of their support!
It's ALMOST ADHDAF DAY! We invite you to join us online THIS FRIDAY: 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, divorce, childhood struggles, ableism, bullying, school struggles, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, low self esteem, mental health crisis, suicide
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
FIND OUT about ADHDAF+ Charity HERE
- Alongside ADHD Awareness month it is also Menopause Awareness Month. Find out more about Menopause HERE and listen to Dr Nighat Arif explain Multi Hormone Sensitivity Theory and how hormones impact ADHD HERE
- It's also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
- AND it's Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Resources for support curated by @feminist HERE
As mentioned in this episode, If you are Coming Out later in life, you can join the Late Bloomer's Community HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you so much for your support and hope to see you on socials in Leopard Print this Friday!
Laura x

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ADHD, Autism & being feral FOREVER-EVER: Meghann Birks Oct 16, 2024

For the penultimate interview of Season 3, I'm ecstatic to be joined by Meghann Birks. I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Meghann on her amazing Podcast: Sisters in Stoke & she previously featured on 2 mini episodes: ADHD Unmasking Hack & People Pleasing Hack; in this episode there are many sidequests;hence the length but Meghann's pearls are too precious to cut!
'Meghann Birks is a personal and executive coach supporting people with ADHD, autism and AuDHD.She is also a movement coach and embodiment educator who uses a variety of modalities to help people make the hard stuff easier and the good stuff 'f*cking rad'.She works from a trauma informed and neuro-affirming perspective with clients all over the world to give them quick and nasty tools to deal with the challenges of being 'neurospicy' & leverage their unique skillset, especially in the area of leadership development and workplace management.She is way too much for some people (and doesn't give a toss),loves lifting heavy things,punk music hiking,the ocean and whatever her current hyperfixation is.

TW: Contains swearing and triggering topics including: an ableist remark made to highlight her previous ignorance and how damaging stereotypes are! Also mentions of eating disorders, alcohol & substance misuse, relationship struggles, family struggles, work problems, mental health crisis, self loathing, depression, anxiety, suicide
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Please listen to the mini ADHD Awareness Month episodes with the Leopard Print Army and join us for the 3rd annual ADHDAF Day on Friday 25th October, when we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness and HEAR US ROAR!
You can connect with literally like-minded legends in the ADHDAF Online Peer Support Group. ENORMOUS thanks to the members for keeping this podcast going for over two years!
You can support the work of neurordivergent makers and small businesses at ADHDAF Emporium, you can apply to join us HERE
ADHDAF+ Charity is dedicated to Jodi Walsham, to all of our absent friends and to our 'absent minded' friends, the Leopard Print Army.
Charity number: 1208650 - though inspired by this podcast, and whilst all things ADHDAF will fundraise for the charity, ADHDAF+ is an entirely separate entity.
Connecting & empowering ADHD adults of marginalised genders in England and Wales, with plans to extend into Scotland once we are up and running. FIND OUT MORE
In a system so broken that people in mental health crisis could be waiting the best part of a decade for life changing/life saving ADHD assesment,diagnosis and treatment;what we do have is each other.
We are all in this together!
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 6 Oct 15, 2024

This mini episode is part 6 of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
Enormous thanks to Chloe, Yas & Rachael for volunteering their voices and for all of their support!
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, ableism, bullying, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, mental health crisis,self harm, low self esteem, suicide, domestic violence, intimate partner violence and horrifying statistics,
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
Alongside ADHD Awareness month it is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
AND it's Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Resources for support curated by @feminist HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 5 Oct 14, 2024

This mini episode is part 5 of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
Enormous thanks to Kirsten & Jill for volunteering their voices and for all of their support.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, ableism, bullying, family struggles, low self esteem, suicide
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
It is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 4 Oct 11, 2024

This mini episode is part 4 of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
Enormous thanks to Marianne, Jenny & Kim for volunteering their voices and for all of their support.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, ableism, risky behaviour, ableism, bullying, family struggles, low self esteem
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
It’s also Dyspraxia Awareness Week; find out more about the commonly co-occurring condition HERE & HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support
Laura x

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The cost of waiting for ADHD Assessment Oct 10, 2024

This episode is dedicated to Jodi Walsham and to all ADHD adults tragically no longer with us. Jodi's Mother Jayne shares Jodi's story on World Mental Health Day in ADHD Awareness Month to raise awareness about the serious danger to the lives of what is underestimated at 196,000 vulnerable people currently on waiting lists for ADHD assessment in the UK.

It is a common misconception that ADHD is a mental health condition. It is in fact a Neurodevelopmental condition. But in many cases the impact of battling through life with unidentified and unmanaged ADHD, and the trauma this can bring to life circumstances can lead to commonly co-occurring mental health conditions and severe mental health crisis; and as in Jodi's case - who was also awaiting assessment for Autism - the lack of support available resulted in tragedy.
TRIGGER WARNING: There are very triggering topics covered from the very start of this episode, including: suicide, suicidal ideation, self harm, drug addiction, premature loss of life, bullying, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, self harm, divorce, traffic accidents.
If you are struggling, please do not suffer in silence. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. There is free and immediate support out there so please REACH OUT FOR HELP.

Jayne is heavily involved with the suicide prevention charity Baton of Hope. I am so grateful to Jayne for all of her support and for allowing us to hear about and from her wonderful daughter Jodi.
Love and Scars, written and performed by Jodi Walsham
ADHDAF+ Charity is dedicated to Jodi Walsham, to all of our absent friends and to our 'absent minded' friends, the Leopard Print Army.
Though in its infancy, ADHDAF+ Charity number: 1208650, aims to connect and empower ADHD adults of marginalised genders in England and Wales, with plans to extend into Scotland once we are properly up and running.
The website and domain are currently connecting, but if its not there yet, you will be able to find out more at www.adhdafplus.org.uk and social media will be coming very soon: @adhdafplus
The cover artwork for this episode was selected by Jayne as a fitting tribute to her daughter and to convey the message of this crucial conversation. It was taken on ADHDAF Day '23 by Gem Clack Photography
In a system so broken that people in mental health crisis could be waiting the best part of a decade for life changing and in many cases life saving ADHD assesment, diagnosis and treatment; what we do have is each other.

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 3 Oct 09, 2024

This mini episode is part of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
Enormous thanks to ADHD Coaching with Olivia, ADHD Let's Talk's Roxanne & Lorie for volunteering their voices and for all of their support.
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, ableism, cancer, long term health conditions, suicide and premature death.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
It’s also Dyspraxia Awareness Week; find out more about the commonly co-occurring condition HERE & HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/hit those stars, because doing so means that these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month. LIVES DEPEND ON IT.
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN!
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24: Part 2 Oct 03, 2024

This mini episode is the 2nd installment of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
The Leopard is the symbol of Aberdeen, Scotland - where ADHDAF began, it also symbolises bravery, the reclaiming of power, plus I'm a total hun! :) So leopard print has become our uniform of unity. We are the Leopard Print Army HEAR US ROAR!
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, alcoholism, addiction, drug abuse, relationship struggles, ableism, cancer, long term health conditions, suicide and premature death.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
It is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm in awe of the INCREDIBLE work of the late Kris Hallenga. Sign up for self examination reminders from her charity Coppafeel HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
ALL THE GRATITUDE to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/ hit those stars, because doing so means these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
ENORMOUS THANKS to ADHDAF Community LEGENDS Ruth, Sarah and Jen from the ADHDAF Retreat for sharing their crucial ADHD messages in this episode! x
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month. LIVES DEPEND ON IT.
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support!
Laura x

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ADHD, Autism, Relationships & Boundaries: Rosie Turner Oct 02, 2024

This very special episode was recorded just two days before a team of twelve ADHD LEGENDS including my guest: Rosie Turner cycled from London to Amsterdam, raising over £14K for ADHD Liberty & ADHDadultUK charities. Arriving in Amsterdam on my wonderful friend and very special guest's birthday! CONGRATULATIONS to you all and a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Rosie!
Rosie is the host of ADHD Untangled Podcast, an accredited ADHD Coach, and an ADHD Yoga & Pilates trainer. Rosie is a late discovered ADHDer, who has recently discovered Autistic traits she is currently awaiting Autism assesment. In this interview (interspersed with chaotic chinwag interludes) she shares her experience on the late AuDHD discovery rollercoaster... strap yourselves in! This episode also contains some incredible advice and big announcements... enjoy the ride!
Despite already completing their monumental mission, you can still sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS who cycled from London to Amsterdam for these incredible ADHD charities HERE
You can listen to the CEO and founder of ADHD Liberty: Sarah Templeton on ADHDAF HERE and the first ADHD Awareness Month Community special mini episode HERE
Trigger Warning: mentions of triggering topics including: depression, anxiety, ED, alcoholism, addiction, mental health struggles, suicide, suicidal ideation, criminality, incarcaration, medical negligence, exercise addiction, abuse, relationship struggles. Also contains swearing and gallows humour.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Check out the handmade ADHD Awareness Fundraiser Ribbon HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
Please help me raise essential awareness this ADHD Awareness Month by hitting those stars/writing a review. All help others gain the information and validation shared amidst a global ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortage.
Thank you so much for supporting ADHDAF!
We are all in this together
Laura x

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ADHD Awareness Month '24:Part 1 Oct 01, 2024

This mini episode is part of a mid-series-mini-series created for ADHD Awareness Month 2024. This October's theme is 'Awareness is Key', so I'm sharing the 'key' pieces of ADHD awareness the ADHDAF Community need the world to know.
Enormous thanks to Jill and Gill for volunteering their voices, for all of their support and for being compassionate to how ADHD presents in me - double booking what should have been one to ones with each of them! :)
Trigger warning: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter some may find triggering; mental health struggles, ableism, cancer, long term health conditions, suicide and premature death.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
You can connect with literally likeminded legends like our J/Gill's and support the continuation of this podcast by joining the Patreon Peer Support Community
Enormous thanks to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
We invite you to join us online Friday 25th Oct for the THIRD ANNUAL ADHDAF DAY! In which we paint the world leopard print to raise ADHD Awareness. Simply wear at least one leopard print item on 25/10/24 to stand in solidarity with the leopard print army and post a selfie or video on your socials sharing the special message you want the world to know about ADHD, then tag @adhdafpodcast and #ADHDAFDay and I will reshare your messages for the world to see and hear us at a time of ADHD diagnosis crisis and medication shortages.
PLEASE SHARE this episode and write a review/ hit those stars, because doing so means these episodes will spread far and wide. Each one contains important information that society NEEDS to know about ADHD and from the very people whose voices have gone unheard for too long!
Let's join forces this ADHD Awareness month. LIVES DEPEND ON IT.
Myself and the Leopard Print Army thank you for your support!
Laura x

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ADHD Liberty: Sarah Templeton Sep 25, 2024

Sarah Templeton is an Best Selling ADHD Author & Activist, CJS ADHD Screening Campaigner & Keynote Speaker, SEND Education Trainer, CEO of ADHD Liberty Charity and Ex Prison Counsellor. She dedicates her life to fighting For ADHD Kids & Adults. Demanding Life-Saving Changes to The Criminal Justice System, The Education System And Everywhere Else ADHD Isn’t Understood all over the Globe.
This LEGEND and fellow Gemini shares her late discovery, double ADHD diagnosis ordeal and the impact the neurodevelopmental condition and commonly co-occurring dyspraxia, dyscalculia and sensory processing issues impact her life.
I am in awe of the work this wonder woman does! THANK YOU SO MUCH SARAH!
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam to raise funds for Sarah's Charity ADHD Liberty and ADHDadultUK and HERE
Trigger Warning: mentions of triggering topics including: depression, anxiety, ED, alcoholism, addiction, mental health struggles, suicide, suicidal ideation, criminality, incarcaration, car accidents, medical negligence, unemployment, school trauma.
Also contains swearing.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Listen to Riyadh Khalaf's self support stratergies for ADHDers HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with others who would benefit from hearing; hit those stars, or write a review. All help others gain the information and validation shared amidst a global ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortage.
Thank you so much for supporting ADHDAF!
We are all in this together.
armée à imprimé léopard
Laura x
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ADHD Medication Shortages with Neurodivergent Pharmacist Priyanka Patel Sep 18, 2024

Look who's back! The LEGENDARY Priyanka Patel returns to share her perspective as a Pharmacist with ADHD on the ADHD Medication shortage and Diagnosis crisis. Alongside some nostalgia from her previous ADHDAF Interview (listen HERE) and some of the ridiculousness in between! It's so interesting to see how much has changed for @littlemiss_adhd_ in the last 18months since she was last on... and hearing all about her upcoming book... SO EXCITED TO READ IT! Thank you so much Priyanka for sharing your expertise and experiences to help raise ADHD Awareness and support the Neurodivergent Community!
PS... don't mess with us! ;) xx
Trigger Warning: mentions of triggering topics including: depression, anxiety, ED, alcoholism, addiction, mental health struggles, suicide, suicidal ideation, mysogyny, internalised mysogyny, exploitation, ableism racism, societal pressures, cultural pressures, medical negligence,
Also contains swearing.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Search the ADHD Medication Directory if you are struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam in September to raise funds for ADHDadultUK and ADHD Liberty HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with others who would benefit from hearing; hit those stars, or write a review. All help others gain the information and validation shared amidst a global ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortage.
We are all in this together.
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY!

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The Most ADHD Things of August '24 Sep 11, 2024

Big is back to help me read some of your 'Most ADHD Thing' entries from socials of last month. The ultimate shame eradicator unites the ADHD Community with the knowledge that we are all in this together! Laughing at the things that cause us frustration and embarrassment to break the stigma and raise ADHD Awareness.
Please note that ADHD presents differently in every individual and SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID. And in a system so broken you could be waiting the best part of a decade for life changing - and in many cases - life saving diagnosis and treatment, it bloody well has to be!
Lean into the community, drop the shame and let's have a giggle...
TW: contains swearing, dodgy sound quality and editing (due to being hearing impaired) rustling sounds (due to hyperactive fidgeting) and mentions of toilet mishaps, orgasmic trousers, memory issues, self worth issues, harsh critiques, loud laughter and too-muchness.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If you are struggling to access your ADHD medication, use this: Pharmacy Stock Checker
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
To be notified of future ADHDAF re(TREATS) like The Holistic(ish) Weekender SIGN UP HERE
Watch this month's Most ADHD Thing winner HERE! :)
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
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This photo was taken when we first moved to Aberdeen in 2020 in front of the Leopard mural painted by Hama Woods for Nuart.
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam in September to raise funds for ADHDadultUK and ADHD Liberty HERE
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it to help other ADHDers drop the shame, have a giggle and support each other. You can also help massively by hitting those stars or leaving a review. All help raise ADHD Awareness and unite the ADHD Community.
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE from 'Marg-ella' :)
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! x

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ADHD, Hedonism & Dissociation: Katy Smith Sep 05, 2024

I can't even guess the number of times I've told the story about the conversation with a newly diagnosed friend which led to my ADHD discovery. Well, THIS IS THAT FRIEND! I am so excited to share this VERY special in-person interview with the girl who kicked off this whole safari...
All aboard the late ADHD discovery roller coaster with the one and only Katy Smith. Katy is 'in fashion', and always fashionably late! :) Sydney's finest was misdiagnosed with BPD in childhood, but as is often the case, she wasn't told about it until adulthood and the diagnosis didn't fit at all.
Suffering a lifetime of masking her ADHD symptoms and battling commonly co-occurring anxiety, depression and disordered eating. Alongside bashing her self esteem to smithereens, the wrecking ball of ADHD destroyed her personal relationships. An ex made her realise she had ADHD, and once diagnosed in 2018 she 'subtly' mentioned her newly discovered condition to the most ADHD person she knew; a person she met and raised hell in Thailand with seven years prior...me! This legend plays an enormous role in ADHDAF Podcast history.THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING KATY!
And thank you to Sessionz Services for cleaning up this audio of two excitable fidgeting ADHDers in an echoey kitchen!
Trigger Warning: mentions of triggering topics including: depression, anxiety, ED, body dysmorphia, alcohol abuse, mental health struggles,burnout, misdiagnosis, alcoholism, escapism, Covid, health trauma, hairloss and skinpicking.
Also contains a lot of swearing and cackling.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
As mentioned in the episode:
- Alcohol and drug abuse support HERE
- ED support HERE
- ADHD Medication Directory for those struggling to access medication during the national medication shortage HERE
Check out photos of some of the ridiculous capers referenced in this episode HERE
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam in September to raise funds for ADHDadultUK and ADHD Liberty HERE
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with others who would benefit from hearing; hit those stars, or write a review. All help others gain the information and validation shared amidst a global ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortage.
We are all in this together.
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! x

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Katy Weber: ADHD, Motherhood & Imposter Syndrome Aug 28, 2024

Having been interviewed by the LEGENDARY Katy Weber on her INCREDIBLE Podcast: Women & ADHD I am honoured to swap roles and have her hop onboard the late ADHD discovery roller coaster with me!
In this interview/chinwag Katy shares her experiences with school struggles and truency, which left her feeling like a failure. Like many, she discovered her neurodivergence during lockdown. She impulsively launched her podcast pre diagnosis(!) and credits its many conversations as her own form of therapy; which have led to her becoming an ADHD expert.
I am so grateful to get to collaborate with Katy once again, and was particularly moved by her all too familiar experience of imposter syndrome post ADHD diagnosis and her relentless drive to strive for 'what's next'.
Trigger Warning: mentions of triggering topics including: depression, anxiety, ED, alcoholism, addiction, mental health struggles, suicide, suicidal ideation, PTSD, Complex trauma and loss of life.
Also contains swearing.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam in September to raise funds for ADHDadultUK and ADHD Liberty HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
Links mentioned:
ADHDUK Medication Shortage
Riyadh Khalaf's self support strategy
Dr James Brown New ADHD Research
If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with others who would benefit from hearing; hit those stars, or write a review. All help others gain the information and validation shared amidst a global ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortage.
We are all in this together.
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! x

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Adelaide Saywell: ADHD & Autism - AuDHD AF Aug 21, 2024

Trigger Warning: There are some very triggering topics mentioned from the very start of this episode, including: depression, anxiety, ED, alcoholism, addiction, chronic pain, BPD, mental health struggles, suicide, suicidal ideation, misdiagnosis and bullying. Also contains swearing.
That said, this interview with the LEGENDARY Adelaide Saywell, much like the Content Creator themself,is an absolute joy! I am incredibly grateful to Adelaide for giving me their time,sharing their lived experiences & enlightening me on Autism and AuDHD; neither of which I have any lived experience nor much knowledge about. Adelaide uses their enormous platforms on Instagram, YouTube and Tik Tok to support others with similar struggles. Their vulnerability, positivity, tips and reminders are invaluable and inspirational.
Adlelaide severely struggled with their mental health from the age of 14, which led to them being sectioned under the mental health act at 21. Having received a Misdiagnoses of EUPD Previously known as BPD; through their own research she identified ADHD and Autism and was finally diagnosed with ADHD at 28... and after some serious self advocacy for Right To Choose(!) they received their Autism diagnosis. Adelaide is currently training to become an ADHD Coach. WHAT A LEGEND!
THANK YOU SO MUCH ADELAIDE!

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
As mentioned in the episode, a list of other Autistic content creators from Bristol Autism Support is available HERE
Please sponsor Rosie, Darren and all the other LEGENDS cycling from London to Amsterdam in September to raise funds for ADHDadultUK and ADHD Liberty HERE
If you're in or near Edinburgh, catch one of Nicole's last few Edinburgh Fringe shows Why am I STILL Like This?! or watch the Online recording HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
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If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with others who would benefit from hearing, hit those stars, or write a review. All are so very much appreciated.
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! x

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The Most ADHD Things of June/July '24 Aug 14, 2024

Live from Edinburgh Fringe, (well, sort of) two emotionally exhausted late discovered ADHD women use the very little energy they have to raise ADHD awareness with 'the ultimate shame eradicator'. After a horrible day we lift our spirits and hopefully yours too by sharing June and July's 'Most ADHD Thing' entries from Patreon Community Members & @adhdafpodcast followers to break the stigma and to connect ADHDers with the knowledge that WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER and ADHD IS REAL!
TW: contains swearing, dodgy sound quality and editing (due to being hearing impaired) rustling sounds (due to hyperactive fidgeting) and mentions of metaphorical violence, vomiting, death, existential dread, memory issues, self worth issues, harsh critiques, loud laughter and too-muchness.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace championing neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Browse the first few handmade items by neurodivergent creatives HERE and read the blog about our first festival HERE
Come see Nicole's Edinburgh Fringe Sequel: Why am I STILL Like This?! or watch the Online recording HERE
Photo of 'RSD-2 & a space cheerleader(?) by Kimi at ADHD AF Alien Nation at Salford Lads Club
You can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community
Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2 years!
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If you've enjoyed this episode, please share to help other ADHDers drop the shame, have a giggle and support each other, and by hitting those stars or leaving a review. All help raise ADHD Awareness.
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! x

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CHINWAG: Discrimination, Boundaries & ADHD Acceptance: Catherine Millan Aug 07, 2024

'Have you seen Slumdog Millionaire?' This informal chat with Catherine Millan is as much about Destiny and Dharma as it is all that the episode title denotes. Late discovered ADHDer Catherine and I were thinking about that same film at the exact same moment, and this picture in which she blends in with the ADHDAF leopard print is again a total 'coincidence'... Or is it?! :) Whatever you believe in, and despite the current climate, I am certain that this crucial conversation will leave you feeling hopeful for the future!
Catherine Millan founded Be What You See because she believed the world was ready to make the real change required to reduce all forms of discrimination.

As a Black, female lesbian who lives with ADHD and Dyslexia, Catherine has always lived in the margins of society and has witnessed first-hand inequalities in healthcare, education and the workplace. This fuelled Catherine's passion to get involved in initiatives such as the Stonewall Awards, the Race Equality Charter Mark and working with her employers to design inclusive environments for neurodiverse employees.
Liverpool's finest, Catherine's first-hand experience of adversity and learning from others' stories have been a driving force for her to bring about changes in society to help build inclusive communities.
I am so grateful to Catherine for this Chinwag, for speaking at ADHD AF Alien Nation at Salford Lads Club and at ADHDAF Emporium at Flackstock Festival.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING CATHERINE, YOU ABSOLUTE LEGEND!

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, violence, Depression, Suicidal ideation, Becoming a carer in youth, poverty, classism, serious injury in military service, Criminality,Discrimination, Incarcaration, mysogyny, dangerous media, identity struggles, trauma, bullying, false accusation, education struggles

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Thank you to Sessionz for editing and jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xx
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
If you would like to connect online you can join the Patreon Membership HERE
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL!
Big love
Laura

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Why is Nicole Nadler (Still) LIke This?! Jul 31, 2024

'It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are'... or 'it might be a flop' ;) Two years on from her original ADHD AF interview, one year since her very successful ADHD awareness raising one-woman show, and 3 days prior to the sequel; I catch up with Actress, Writer and Edinbrugh Fringe Superstar Nicole Nadler / 'Optimistic Meg'.
Nicole discovered she has ADHD at 30, in this chaotic, hyperverbal conversation - in which we try really hard not to talk over each other and stay on topic - she reflects on what has changed for her and what has remained the same, whilst sharing insights, hacks, calamities, hilarities, hopes and more. But why has she chosen to give her all to yet another ADHD Edinburgh Fringe show? And Why is she (still) like this? :)
I can't wait to see the show those of you who came to ADHD AF Alien Nation got to see a snippet of this Friday! Running 2nd - 24th Aug - Here's what it's all about...
'Meet Nicole: She’s hyperverbal, chaotic, and a little dramatic with deep self loathing and crippling self esteem issues, and always thought she was a complete disaster - until she found out she had ADHD. Three years later she impulsively wrote and performed her first one woman show in 2023 about discovering her ADHD at 30, Why Am I Like This? Bracing herself for failure, the opposite happened - everyone loved the show (and her?!) So why is it so hard to believe? Why is she so empty? Now there's a new question - Why Am I (Still) Like This? The sequel to Why Am I (Still) Like This? is the story of what happens next after that euphoric moment of discovery and the many ways all of the pieces come together and fall apart all over again.' TICKETS HERE

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: alcoholism, addiction,self harm, suicide,relationship struggles,anxiety, depression, premature death,education struggles,bullying,Disordered Eating,Trauma, Abdominal Surgery,Accidental Opiate Misuse, choosing to not have children because of ADHD struggles,school trauma,grief,resentment,ableism

If you are in need of support please REACH OUT
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
If you would like to connect online you can join the Patreon Membership HERE
This episode has been edited by me,there may be errors or sound quality issues that I’ve missed due to being hearing impaired.Thank you for your understanding. And a massive THANK YOU to the Patreon Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!X
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL!
Big love Laura @adhdafpodcast

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Kat Brown: ADHD is NOT a bloody trend! Part 2 Jul 18, 2024

Kat Brown returns for the second instalment of this crucial conversation. If you've not heard part 1, you can listen HERE
Kat shares her late discovered ADHD experience which led to her writing the PHENOMENAL 'It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult'. Although there is so much laughter and inspiration in this interview/chinwag we start with the topic of eating disorders which commonly co-occur with ADHD. If you might find this triggering perhaps skip the first 15 minutes and please know that you are not alone in your struggles. You can access support: Beat Eating Disorders Seed.charity TalkED
Kat also shares important information and tips aroun ableist media, therapy, relationships and more, the simplest but most perfect example of ADHD acceptance and an ABSOLUTELY HUNTASTIC BANGER of an ADHD song!
I'm extremely lucky, grateful and excited to be collaborating with this legend TWICE this week in real life at the LAST ADHD AF Alien Nation show and Flackstock Festival THANK YOU SO MUCH KAT! I can't wait to see those of you joining!
Check out the full line up of our ADHDAF Emporium tent at Flackstock HERE

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: alcoholism, addiction, self harm, suicide, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, premature death, education struggles, bullying, BED. Bulimia, Trauma, IVF struggles, infertility and almost parenthood, school trauma, grief, race and gender discrimination, Identity struggles of being mixed race, mysogyny, the patriarchy, ableism, dangerous media.

If you are in need of support please REACH OUT
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
If you would like to connect online you can join the Patreon Membership HERE and grab a remaining ticket to connect in real life HERE
Thank you to Sessionz for editing and jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xx
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS NOT A BLOODY TREND!
Big love
Laura

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Kat Brown: ADHD is NOT a bloody trend! Part 1 Jul 17, 2024

They say you should never meet your heroes, but this episode disproves that theory! I could talk to Kat Brown ALL DAY LONG, and I did! Which is why, instead of losing any of the absolute GOLD late discovered ADHD Author Kat shared with me, I decided to make it a two parter! The second and final instalment will be out tomorrow...
Kat is the Author of 'It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult' and 'No One Talks About This Stuff: Twenty-Two Stories of Almost Parenthood', both are subjects extremely close to my heart. This interview/chinwag delves into both of the book topics; the deep grief and hard work that goes into accepting both the realities of a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition and infertility... BUT we have some proper giggles/cackles along the way!
Exploring Kat's battles with commonly co-occurring conditions of ADHD, to bullying, mysogyny, the bloody media(!) and MORE! This is such an incredible conversation I'm extremely lucky, grateful and excited to be sharing... and I'm even more all-of-the-above to be collaborating TWICE this week in real life with this ABSOLUTE BLOODY LEGEND at the last ADHD AF Alien Nation show and Flackstock Festival THANK YOU SO MUCH KAT! And enormous congratulations to Cybil, the winner of 4th place in 'the prettiest bitch' category! :)

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: alcoholism, addiction, self harm, suicide, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, premature death, education struggles, bullying, BED. Bulimia, Trauma, IVF struggles, infertility and almost parenthood, school trauma, grief, race and gender discrimination, Identity struggles of being mixed race, mysogyny, the patriarchy, ableism, dangerous media.

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
If you would like to connect online you can join the Patreon Membership HERE and grab a remaining ticket to connect in real life HERE
Thank you to Sessionz for editing and jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xx
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS NOT A BLOODY TREND!
Big love
Laura

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Libby 'Topple and Burn' Freeman: ADHD & Justice Sensitivity Jul 11, 2024

Late discovered ADHD LEGEND Libby Freeman's Justice Sensitivity fuelled a 'campaign of rage' that is adored and adorned the world over, whilst doing a great deal of good. This hero is the founder of Topple and Burn, only the coolest jewellery brand EVER which began as a way for Libby to raise funds for her refugee charity Calais Action.
Thank you so much Libby for sharing your experiences to raise ADHD awareness and that SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID!..it has to be in a system so broken you could wait a decade for assessment & treatment in some parts of the UK.A barrier to Libby and many seeking diagnosis in the current crisis.
What happens when creative ADHD Activists come together?A monumental collaboration! Libby's designed exclusive: ADHDAF Emporium X Topple and Burn Necklace AND Earrings for the launch of adhdafemporium.com
Celebrated with a cameo from my old friend and new business partner Steph! ADHDAF Emporium is online market place with a focus on championing and supporting neurodivergent makers and small business. This launch is only the beginning with 'merch' and exclusives. Full marketplace launching Sept. APPLY here to join us!
Planet ADHDAF Online Peer Support Community Members get a 10% discount on merch.
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: anxiety, depression, mental health struggles, OCD, medication, strong political views.
If you need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Please REACH OUT
From Brighton's finest, to Brighton itself... join myself and whole host of other legends for the LAST Alien Nation Show in Brighton Sat 20th July! Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE. If you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HERE

Gain Peer Support ONLINE in the PLANET ADHDAF Community. Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB BRIGHTON TICKETS HERE
Thanks to Sessionz for editing Libby's interview and the jingle. Enormous THANKS to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations! xx
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Leopard Print Army!
Laura

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THE TIME IS NOW! Jul 04, 2024

TODAY'S THE DAY TO HAVE YOUR SAY! A few quick TITBITS about VOTING in the UK General Election....
Polling Stations are open TODAY, Thursday 4th July '24 - NOW until 10pm TONIGHT
- If you're stuck in choice paralysis of who to Vote for TAKE THIS QUICK QUIZ
- Info of where to Vote is on your Polling Card but DON'T WORRY if you can find it, you can find out your local Polling Station HERE
- If you've applied to Postal Vote and it hasn't arrived or unforseen circumstances have arisen preventing you from Voting today; eg medical emergency/lost ID you can apply for an Emergency Proxy Vote up until 5pm today HERE
- When you go to Vote today REMEMBER YOUR ID! You cannot Vote without ID. It can be out of date, but the photograph on it has to look like you and the names have to match you names on the electoral register. If you've changed your name, you have to bring proof, eg: marriage certificate.
'TODAY we shape the future of the UK. Today, we decide who we want to be. The values we hold. The choices we make. Who we are. Taking part in this is easy. You need to go out there. Today. You need to VOTE.' - @simplepolitics
If you've not heard Mr Simple Politics, Tatton Spiller's ADHDAF interview you can listen to it HERE on the way to the Polling Station TODAY!
YOUR VOICE MATTERS. VOTE NOW!

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Alex Partridge: ADHD, Alcoholism & Anxiety Jul 03, 2024

Wureeay LADS LADS LADS! ;) Mr LADBible himself; The wonderful Alex Partridge of ADHD Chatter shares his ADHD ‘safari’ in this very special episode.
Alex began his podcast to help others not feel as broken as he did prior to ADHD Diagnosis just 1.5 years ago. I loved being a guest on ADHD Chatter as much as I loved this podswap!
Alex has been sober 2 years after battling alcoholism. A commonly co-occurring condition of ADHD; a compulsion he suffered in a bid to help him cope with the severe anxiety he developed from masking his physical hyperactivity.
‘Spike’ is an inspiration and an absolute LEGEND! THANK YOU SO MUCH ALEX!
I‘m so grateful and excited to have Alex and a whole host of other legends join me for the LAST Alien Nation Show in Brighton Sat 20th July! Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events: HERE
If you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HERE
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: alcoholism, criminality, addiction, self harm, suicide, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, premature death, education struggles, shame

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
I would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB BRIGHTON TICKETS HERE
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Thank you to Sessionz for editing and jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xx
If you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.
I REALLY appreciate your support!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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ADHD & LGBTQIA+ Pride: CJ DeBarra Jun 30, 2024

Today is the last day of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and tomorrow is the first day of Disability Pride Month. Celebrating both is the LEGENDARY CJ DeBarra who is Proud to be Queer and Proud to be Neurodivergent!
Alongside sharing their lived experience of ADHD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Author CJ is giving away a copy of: Neuroqueer: A Neurodivergent Guide to Love, Sex, and Everything in Between. Listen for details...
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and Mentions of: Sex, Kink, drugs, drug dealing, Mental Health Struggles, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Bereavement of a family member, Relationship Struggles, Medical Cannabis and legal Mushrooms - of which I have no personal experience

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated grab tickets for THE LAST EVER ADHD AF Alien Nation show! Raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers at Brighton Komedia Sat 20th July 5pm. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events: HERE
If you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HERE
I would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB LIVE EVENTS TICKETS HERE
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Thank you to Sessionz for the amazing jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xx
If you've enjoyed this episode PLEASE SHARE, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols!
I REALLY appreciate your support and hope to chat to you very soon!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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Neurodistinct:The Black Dyspraxic, Tumi Sotire Jun 19, 2024

Tumi is a multiple award-winning neurodiversity speaker, advocate, and researcher, committed to prioritising intersectionality in the neurodiversity space and raising awareness of Dyspraxia worldwide with his amazing platform The Black Dyspraxic.
According to the (now closed) Dyspraxia Foundation, around 50% of people with dyspraxia also have ADHD. I am self diagnosed Dyspraxic, and I'm super grateful to Tumi for explaining the condition and his experiences to help us all learn more about the neurodevelopmental condition also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder - DCD.
Alongside his platform, Tumi is an early career researcher in Health Economics at Newcastle University. He has set his sights on pursuing a PhD focusing on the economics of the inequalities associated with neurodiversity. He is also part of the Dyspraxia Collective and a TOTAL LEGEND! Thank you so much Tumi!
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and some horrendous ableist language shared in the context of bullying and to make sure everyone knows not to use those words. Also mentions of Alcoholism, Drugs, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Struggles, Toilet issues,

If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated grab tickets for ADHD AF Alien Nation shows in Margate & Brighton, raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB LIVE EVENTS TICKETS HERE
You can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
SO GRATEFUL to Sessionz for his incredible Audio services and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations and making this the longest job I've ever had! xx
If you've enjoyed this episode PLEASE SHARE, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols!
I REALLY appreciate your support and hope to chat to you very soon!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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Tatton Spiller: YES IT'S F@%*ING POLITICAL! Jun 12, 2024

The title of this very special interview with Simple Politics founder Tatton Spiller was going to be: 'Peace, Love and Politics', but I just couldn't resist the urge to reference one of my favourite Skunk Anansie chooons!
Simple Politics is a hugely successful project run by Tatton and a team of legends, making politics clear and interesting; as if you were having a conversation with a friend. SP does what it says on the tin - keeping it simple'. Tatton is also a Journalist, Author, and now a very ‘relliable narrator’, using his own platform to raise Mental Health Awareness through sharing his own experiences with Bipolar and Borderline Personality Disorder.
This is an amazing chinwag with an absolute legend, that I guarantee even those of you that don't think politics is for you will gain something from listening to!
I am so grateful Tatton for having this crucial conversation at this busy time leading up to the SUPRISE General Election and for all the work that goes into SP!
PEACE AND LOVE!
Here's to hope and a better future!
I don't know about you, but I need a deadline breathing down my neck to spring into action! The deadline to register to vote is June 18th! All you need is your NI Number, a couple of spare minutes and to tap THIS LINK
Your voice matters, and TOGETHER we can make change happen!
TRIGGER WARNING: contains swearing & sensitive subject matter including: gaslighting, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, cancer and symptoms of bowel cancer, HIV, mental health struggles
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Help inform and empower others to register to vote and have their say by sharing this episode, having conversations and chewing MP Candidates ears off!
If you've enjoyed this episode please write a review/hit those stars/comment on the Q&A, all help spread the word and unite the ADHD Community.
Massive thanks to the Planet ADHDAF Peer Support Community for keeping this Podcast going for over two years!
You can follow ADHDAF on intsa HERE and my personal page HERE
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! X
Jingle by Sessionz

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The Most ADHD Things of May '24 Jun 09, 2024

I am joined once again by my husband 'Big' to share May's Most ADHD Thing entries from Planet ADHDAF Community Members & @adhdafpodcast followers. The ultimate shame eradicator raises ADHD Awareness, breaks the stigma and connects ADHDers with the knowledge WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER and ADHD IS REAL!
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at one of the last two ADHD AF Alien Nation Live Shows... raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers at Margate Arts Club Thur 18th July & Komedia Brighton Sat 20th July. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other! Last remaining TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF created to raise funds for this external ad free Podcast. On our planet we support each other with Body Doubling, Accountability Squads, Self Care Club, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
Hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: contains swearing and mentions of toilet humour that might not be appropriate for the squeamish, memory issues causing problems with bodily functions, domestic disputes
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE Our first IRL event is hosting our own tent at Flackstock Festival on 22nd July in honour of Caroline Flack.
Please help FIND COLIN! :)
Come see Nicole's Edinburgh Fringe Sequel: Why am I STILL Like This?!
Photo by Summonfire Photography at Alien Nation
Use access code: ADHDAF to view full Bristol gallery HERE
Jingle by Sessionz
Check out our Dopamine Decor feature HERE

If you've enjoyed this episode please share with others to help other ADHDers drop the shame, have a giggle and support each other, and hit those stars or leave us a review. All help raise ADHD Awareness.
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! X

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TITBIT: People Pleasing Hack - Meghann Birks Coaching Jun 05, 2024

Are you a recovering People Pleaser? I'm trying! ...Thankfully help is at hand. I'm joined once again by the wonderful ADHD Coach: Meghann Birks! In this 10 minute micro-chinwag, Meghann reframes the common ADHD trait of People Pleasing into 'Peace Keeping' - eradicating the shame many of us feel around it, to disempower it and help to empower sufferers.
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Meghann on her amazing Podcast: Sisters in Stoke. This Canadian LEGEND lives in Melbourne and has a unique skill of delivering a pearl of wisdom in precisely 10 minutes without a timer! :)
I found this conversation SO SO helpful, I hope you do too.
TW: Contains swearing and some triggering topics including: Self crticism, internalised ableism, domestic abuse, murder by an intimate partner, abusive relationships, childhood trauma, relationship struggles, school difficulties.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
MASSIVE THANKS to Meghann and an ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason.
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Tanya Bardsley: ADHD Advocacy, Motherhood & Recovery May 29, 2024

The LEGENDARY Tanya Bardsley joins me for this crucial conversation, and I LOVE IT! Which is why I'm so grateful and excited to get to interview her again on stage at Flackstock Festival in July in ADHDAF Emporium! In this episode, the late discovered ADHD Advocate, TV star and Transformational Coach shares her inspiring story, of battling the commonly co-occurring condition of alcoholism. Now sober and 'anxiety juice' free, Tanya is able to best support her ADHD, those in her life with ADHD - including her son, and ADHDers the world over with her incredible Advocacy! She also shares one of my favourite Most ADHD Things EVER! GO ON TANYA! THANKS SO MUCH, I really can't wait to meet you VERY soon! X
PLEASE REGISTER TO VOTE NOW!
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of Eating Disorders, Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Self Sabotage, Self Harm, Suicide, Depression, Anxiety, Relationship and Family Struggles, Medication, Medication SIde Effects when not taken responsibly.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated grab tickets for ADHD AF Alien Nation shows in Margate & Brighton, raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Squads, Self Care Club, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, In person meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
SO GRATEFUL to Sessionz for his incredible Audio services and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations and making it the longest job I've ever had! x
If you've enjoyed this episode PLEASE SHARE, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols!
REALLY appreciate your support and hope to chat to you very soon!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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Suzi Ruffell: ADHD, Dyslexia and Comedy May 22, 2024

I’m so excited to have the LEGENDARY Comedian & Author Suzi Ruffell hop aboard the late ADHD discovery rollercoaster this week!
Despite being diagnosed with Dyslexia as a child, Suzi’s ADHD went undiscovered until very recently. Labelled ‘hyper’ as a child, Suzi found school really difficult, which inevitably led to truancy, which is common for many of us unidentified ADHDers. Suzi has noticed many female Comedians also just discovering their Neurodivergence… could it be the traits of the condition itself, or the result of a lifetime of ADHD going undetected and unsupported that has led so many like her to the profession? Whatever the case I am so grateful to Suzi for giving her time and voice to this platform to help raise crucial ADHD Awareness amidst a global crisis!
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and some triggering topics such as self sabotage, depression, anxiety, self esteem struggles, RSD, masking, truency,relationship struggles.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated join us for the last two ADHD AF Alien Nation shows in Margate & Brighton, raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
SO GRATEFUL to Sessionz for his incredible Audio services and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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ADHD Self Diagnosis with Lucy of Lucy & Yak May 15, 2024

One more time for the people at the back: SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID! To help scream this essential message to the masses is the legendary Lucy Greenwood, founder of clothing brand Lucy & Yak. ACTUAL LUCY! And she's just the best! So grateful to Lucy and her dog Louis for sharing her late ADHD discovery, Self Diagnosis 'safari' AND a very special DISCOUNT CODE in this episode! What a treat!
ADHD assesment is currently a privilege or a postcode lottery in the UK and we are amidst a global diagnosis crisis. Self Diagnosis is valid, and in a system where you could currently be waiting the best part of a decade for life saving support if you can access it at all, it bloody well has to be!
*TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and some triggering topics such as self sabotage, self harm, depression, anxiety, self esteem struggles, RSD, masking, truency, alcohol and substance abuse, addiction, relationship struggles.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated join us at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
SO GRATEFUL to Sessionz for his incredible Audio services and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura

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CHINWAG: ADHD Self Sabotage with Kim Pierpoint May 12, 2024

Many ADHDers experience Self Sabotage; the most frustrating part is that it can be so hard to spot! So where is the long awaited Season 3?! Well... there isn't gonna be one! :) I've realised that the fear of 'the Season that shall not be named' failing has led me down a path of Self Sabotage so severe I've been stuck for months so instead I'm just ploughing on!Helping me do so is the INCREDIBLE Kim Pierpoint.
In the same way this Podcast started over 2 years ago, this is a conversation between two late discovered ADHD women sharing their struggles to raise awareness, and break the stigma in the hope that their experiences help others.
Kim is a Midlife Empowerment Coach and Yoga Teacher who provides Self Care Club sessions on Planet ADHDAF...this legend is also a Stand Up Comedian, who will be joining me at Alien Nation London and Flackstock Festival in the ADHDAF Emporium and our first ADHDAF Retreat, the SOLD OUT 'Holistic-ish Weekender'. Sign up for info on future Retreats HERE
*TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and some triggering topics such as self sabotage, self harm, depression, anxiety, self esteem struggles, losing a pet, RSD, struggling to exercise, masking*
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated join us at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
Unbelievably, I've been nominated for a National Diversity Award: Positive Role Model Award for Disability LOLS... I'm so touched to be nominated and would be so grateful for your vote. If you'd like to, you can do so HERE please and thank you :)
We would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
Thank you to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
Big love
Laura
Jingle by Sessionz

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TITBIT: ADHD Unmasking Hack - Meghann Birks Coaching May 07, 2024

Many late discovered ADHD adults find it hard to know where to begin when it comes to ADHD Unmasking. In this micro-episode ADHD Coach Meghann Birks gives us her top tip to help unpick those negative beliefs we've accumulated to help us find our authentic selves.
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Meghann on her amazing Podcast: Sisters in Stoke and we've been in semi constant contact ever since. This Canadian LEGEND lives in Melbourne and she's all heart, humour and wisdom. Meghann invites us all to ''f**k around and find out!"
We go on a little side-quest about internalised mysogyny, beauty standards and body image issues, but somehow Meghann uses her time wizardry to cram her Unmasking knowledge into a short TITBIT episode.
I look forward to sharing more from Meghann soon!
TW: Contains swearing and some potentially triggering topics including: Body Image Struggles, Self crticism, internalised misogyny, the patriarchy, beauty standards and unhealthy ideas about weight. But only to highlight the toxicity of all of the above!
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID AND YOU ARE ENOUGH!
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
Unbelievably, I've been nominated for a National Diversity Award: Positive Role Model Award for Disability LOLS... I'm so touched to be nominated and would be so grateful for your vote. If you'd like to, you can do so HERE please and thank you :)
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
MASSIVE THANKS to Meghann and an ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason.
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Most ADHD Things April '24 / TWO YEARS OF ADHAF! May 02, 2024

On this very day TWO YEARS ago the first ever episode of ADHD AF went live! That is why this celebratory 'Most ADHD Things' episode is out today and absolutely not because I forgot to do the April instalment... which, incidentally is my Most ADHD Thing of the month! LOLS
I am joined once a month by my husband 'Big' to share your entries, the ultimate shame eradicator to unite the ADHD community and break the stigma. WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER & ADHD IS REAL!
In two years this podcast has unexpectedly accumulated over 1 MILLION downloads! Listeners in 198 counties and territories, has created an online Peer Support Community, is on its 3rd Tour, has founded a Charity and is launching an Online Marketplace. That’s all thanks to YOU! And I cannot say thank you enough!!So much good has been done for so many off the back of your support and there is SO MUCH MORE to come!It’s an honour and a privilege to be able to do this work, I’m so grateful!
If you are reading this on Thursday 2nd May and you are anywhere near Newcastle, come to the show and help me celebrate 2 years of ADHDAF! There will be CAKE! 20% off tickets with code: BirthdayParty-20 and there are pay it forward tickets donated.
Unbelievably, I've been nominated for a National Diversity Award: Positive Role Model Award for Disability LOLS... I'm so touched to be nominated and would be so grateful for your vote. If you'd like to, you can do so HERE please and thank you :)
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
Hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: contains swearing and mentions of memory issues causing problems with eating and bodily functions
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE
BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! X
Photo: Sophie Phewtrell

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ADHD AF TITBIT: find the win when battling RSD - Dr Alex Conner Apr 30, 2024

I'm so grateful and excited to get to talk to the wonderful Dr Alex Conner of The ADHD Adults Podcast and ADHDadultUK Charity again!
In just ten (ish) minutes, the LEGENDARY C3PO, I mean Alex gives us a brief introduction to his take on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, and what helps him battle those Really Sh*t Daydreams... and leaves me in stitches! :) If only he didn't live in Germany...
If ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
Unbelievably, I've been nominated for a National Diversity Award: Positive Role Model Award for Disability LOLS... I'm so touched to be nominated and would be so grateful for your vote. If you'd like to, you can do so HERE please and thank you :)
I would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, My own internalised ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to Dr Alex Conner and all of The ADHD Adults for their support and amazing work, and an extra special ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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TOO MUCH & NOT ENOUGH with Laura Belbin @knee_deep_in_life Apr 23, 2024

Knee Deep in Life LEGEND Laura Belbin empowers women through humour and realism in all it's sweary, messy glory. She gives the finger to those who have ever labelled anyone as 'too' anything and wants you all to know YOU ARE ENOUGH!
The legendary Laura is about to take her stand up comedy on tour... and guess what it's called 'TOO MUCH' - we're cut from the same cloth and I BLOODY LOVE THIS WOMAN! Can't say thank you enough for this very special conversation (which was actually 2 hours long continuing long after we stopped recording, THAT'S HOW AMAZING SHE IS!) Nobody should ever 'avoid eye contact in the playground' with this absolute ICON who implores everyone to celebrate every lump, bump and imperfection of life and to show kindness to ourselves and to all.
TW: Contains very strong language, graphic sexual content and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Suicide, Depression, Suicidal ideation Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, Parenthood struggles, mental health difficulties, and bullying.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
I hope you will join me for THE LAST EVER ADHDAF LIVE TOUR!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, ADHD Awareness raising Live Shows where a seminar meets Bingo, Tragedy meets Comedy and Cabaret, and ADHDers meet each other! TICKETS HERE Get your name on the WELCOME PARTY GUEST LIST if you're nervous to come solo. Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
Sign up to Trade with ADHDAF Emporium - HERE
Apologies for sound quality, It’s just me back here on zoom audio recording in a kitchen and then editing it despite being hearing impaired. I hope to have some help with this soon.
TITBITS, Most ADHD Things and Bonus episodes will continue... and Season 3 COMING SOON...
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT one of the last ever LIVE SHOWS very soon!
BIG LOVE
Laura

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ADHD AF TITBIT: What is the Nervous System? Saša Harper Apr 08, 2024

Liverpool's finest, and LEGENDARY ADHD Coach Saša Harper manages to cram as much information about the Nervous System, how it impacts ADHD symptoms and how we regulate it; or rather move more flexibly between the different states in just ten (ish) minutes!
I could not be more excited that Saša is joining myself, Nicole Nadler, Ally Macdonald and MORE on THE LAST EVER ADHD AF TOUR! at Salford Lads Club on Star Wars Day! Saturday 4th May 4pm-7:30pm.
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers; where a seminar meets Bingo, Tragedy meets Comedy and Cabaret, and ADHDers meet each other! ALL TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, alcohol and drug abuse, mental health difficulties, panic attacks and meldowns.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to Saša, and THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Sessionz is a genius! Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going, so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT one of the last ever LIVE SHOWS very soon!
BIG LOVE
Laura

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The Most ADHD Things of March '24 Mar 31, 2024

HAPPY EASTER BUNNIES! We certainly are ahead of finally revealing the BIG news in the next episode: on TUESDAY! As explained on socials, ADHDAF Alien Nation is the LAST EVER Tour! I'll be explaining why, and making ENOROMOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS about what myself and a team of LEGENDS have been working hard on behind the scenes... a brand new chapter for ADHDAF!
Exciting/emotional times!
Thank you to everyone who shared their Most ADHD Things this month to make this episode and thanks to my husband Big for co-hosting these monthly specials.
Apologies for glitchy sound, aim to have this fixed for next time!
I created the infamous last question from every ADHD AF Interview, 'What is the most ADHD thing you've done this week?' to unite the ADHD Community with shame eradication, camaraderie and lols! These personal stories are commented on the weekly socials posts to get ADHDers connected, because Peer Support is invaluable in when dealing with a diagnosis later in life.
Raising ADHD Awareness,and breaking the stigma by poking fun at the calamities and chaos the condition can cause. Turning tragedy into comedy, laughing at the things that would usually make us cry.
My quality of life and self worth greatly improved with the knowledge that these mishaps are not personal failings,and that I'm not alone in them...my hope is that in sharing these silly episodes,yours will too. We're all in this together!
If you are struggling YOU ARE NOT ALONE and there is free and immediate support out there so please do REACH OUT!
GRAB TICKETS to 'Alien Nation', the 3rd ADHDAF UK Tour! Find our more HERE I can't wait to connect with all of you who like me spent your lives feeling like Aliens, only to discover there's a whole planet of us! Come see myself and the crew in real life in: Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool, Birmingham, Bristol, Norwich, London, Margate, Brighton! Or purchase the recording of the London show ONLINE. From Alienation to an Alien Nation!
I would LOVE to speak to you over Zoom/Discord in Planet ADHDAF Online Community, filled with like-minded LEGENDS to lean on, learn from and blether with. Alongside Peer Support, there are blogs, vlogs, ADHD Coach led Support Groups, Accountability Pods, Body Doubling, Behind the Scenes content, Next Guest Spoilers, Exclusives and Discounts on all ADHDAF Jewellery, downloadable and Live Events Tickets! Community Membership is worth over £50 so is an absolute STEAL at just £10.50 per month!Getting support whilst also supporting this podcast,so that ADHDers in 197 countries and counting can get the validation and information provided by continuing these crucial conversations.
Hope to speak to you at one of the Online or on the LAST TOUR very soon!
Laura & Big x

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ADHD AF TITBIT: Advice for Parents with ADHD Children from @adhdfatherUK Jacob Kelly Mar 26, 2024

Bristol's finest, Jacob RETURNS to share the second instalment of his ADHD parental pearls of wisdom. So excited to have this absolute LEGEND back on for part 2 of 3 very special TITBITS - In just ten(ish) minutes our Jacob shares advice for parents who have (or suspect they have) ADHD children.
Listen to Part 2 HERE and part 3 coming soon!
I’m so grateful to Jacob for all of his wisdom for the community and support of this platform! Check out his full length ADHDAF interview HERE
Cannot wait to have him as a very special guest at the Bristol Live Show again! TICKETS HERE to join Jacob, Nicole, Ally, Myself and many more at Tonight Josephine Brizzle on Thursday 16th May. THIS IS THE LAST EVER TOUR so don't miss out on the last hurrah!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers; where a seminar meets Bingo, Tragedy meets Comedy and Cabaret, and ADHDers meet each other! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, the Broken ADHD Diagnostic System and lack of Societal acceptance, Parenthood struggles, alcohol and drug abuse, mental health difficulties
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to @adhdfatheruk and THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Sessionz is a genius and has the patience of a saint! :) Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT one of the last ever LIVE SHOWS very soon!
BIG LOVE
Laura

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ADHD AF TITBIT: Neurodiversity & Language with Dr James Brown Mar 19, 2024

It's Neurodiversity Celebration Week so to celebrate, us Neurodivergents have got our Neurodiverse heads together to discuss the language used to describe our Neurodivergence! Get it? Basically, what do all of these words mean?! Is there right and wrong when sharing our own lived experiences and explaining our ADHD?
If you prefer 'Neurospicy' or refer to yourself 'as ADHD' rather than having or experiencing the 'disorder'/ 'disability' / 'condition'... Dr James Brown and I celebrate you! The language police can do one! Say what you like, just try not to be a joy thief and show respect to the differences within our diverse community!
You say Saltburn, I say Saltbae! Yep, that happened! :)
MASSIVE THANKS to Dr James Brown for joining me for another ten(ish) minute micro-interview and to all of The ADHD Adults for their support and their amazing charity ADHDadultUK.
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers with Intergalactic, Hun-tastic Extravaganzas! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, Cyber Bullying, Internet Trolling, Abuse, Relationship Struggles, RSD, Trauma, Depression
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring vocals from Kirsty Mason. Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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ADHD AF TITBIT: RSD WARRIORS not worriers with @adultingadhd Rach Idowu Mar 12, 2024

The topic of this micro-Interview with @adultingadhd is RSD: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, commonly experienced by many ADHDers. There are some in the ADHD community that dispute if RSD is real, but Rach and I strongly disagree! We are RSD Warriors not 'just worriers', as we were both dismissed as in childhood!
In just ten(sih) minutes the LEGENDARY Rach shares experiences of and top tips to combat the dysphoric perception of rejection that so many of us battle daily. I'm the queen of RSD so really appreciate Rach's advice. This is a fantastic bitesized episode to help arm yourself with when those 'Really Shit Daydreams' are haunting you and to share with other sufferers. We are all in this together!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer; where a seminar meets Bingo, tragedy meets comedy and local ADHD adults meet each other! ALL GENDERS WELCOME, SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID, NON ADHD PEOPLE WELCOME TO COME AND LEARN! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, Addiction, Self Harm, Alcoholism, Bullying, Sex, Disordered Eating, Estrangement
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to the WONDERFUL Rach for her support and all of the amazing work she does for the ADHD Community online and with her incredible ADHD Traits Flashcards to raise ADHD Awareness, and an extra special ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon!
BIG LOVE
Laura

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ADHD AF TITBIT: ADHD Parent Advice from @adhdfatheruk Jacob Kelly Mar 05, 2024

Bristol's finest and ADHDAF family member Jacob returns to share his ADHD parental pearls of wisdom. So excited to have this absolute LEGEND back on for part 1 of 3 very special TITBITS - In just ten(ish) minutes our Jacob shares advice for parents who have ADHD at any stage of their parenthood ‘safari’ on how to best navigate the added challenges having the neurodevelopmental condition can add to the mix.
Parts 2 and 3 will be released over the next couple of months and I’m so grateful to Jacob for all of his wisdom for the community and support of this platform! Check out his previous ADHDAF interview HERE
Cannot wait to have him as a very special guest at the Bristol Live Show again! TICKETS HERE to join
Jacob, Nicole, Ally, Myself and many more at Tonight Josephine Brizzle on Thursday 16th May. The last Bristol show was INCREDIBLE, I can’t wait to see you all in this amazing city again!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers with Intergalactic, Hun-tastic Extravaganzas! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, the Broken ADHD Diagnostic System and lack of Societal acceptance, Ableist Media, Post Natal Depression, Parenthood struggles
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to @adhdfatheruk and THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Sessionz is a genius and has the patience of a saint! :) Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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The Most ADHD Things of February ‘24 Feb 27, 2024

Myself and my 'glamorous assistant', my Husband Big are back by popular demand sharing the @adhdafpodcast followers and Planet ADHD AF Peer Support Community member's 'Most ADHD Things' of February.
I created the infamous last question from every ADHD AF Interview, 'What is the most ADHD thing you've done this week?' to unite the ADHD Community with shame eradication, camaraderie and lols! These personal stories are commented on the weekly socials posts to get ADHDers connected, because Peer Support is invaluable in when dealing with a diagnosis later in life.
Raising ADHD Awareness,and breaking the stigma by poking fun at the calamities and chaos the condition can cause. Turning tragedy into comedy, laughing at the things that would usually make us cry.
My quality of life and self worth greatly improved with the knowledge that these mishaps are not personal failings,and that I'm not alone in them...my hope is that in sharing these silly episodes,yours will too. We're all in this together!
If you are struggling YOU ARE NOT ALONE and there is free and immediate support out there so please do REACH OUT!
GRAB TICKETS to 'Alien Nation', the 3rd ADHDAF UK Tour! Find our more HERE I can't wait to connect with all of you who like me spent your lives feeling like Aliens, only to discover there's a whole planet of us! Come see myself and the crew in real life in: Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool, Birmingham, Bristol, Norwich, London, Margate, Brighton! Or purchase the recording of the London show ONLINE. From Alienation to an Alien Nation!
I would LOVE to speak to you over Zoom/Discord in Planet ADHDAF Online Community, filled with like-minded LEGENDS to lean on, learn from and blether with. Alongside Peer Support, there are blogs, vlogs, ADHD Coach led Support Groups, Accountability Pods, Body Doubling, Behind the Scenes content, Next Guest Spoilers, Exclusives and Discounts on all ADHDAF Jewellery, downloadable and Live Events Tickets! Community Membership is worth over £50 so is an absolute STEAL at just £10.50 per month!Getting support whilst also supporting this podcast,so that ADHDers in 197 countries and counting can get the validation and information provided by continuing these crucial conversations. SEASON 3 COMING RIGHT UP but in the meantime check out the TITBITS!
Hope to speak to you at one of the Online or LIVE Events very soon! Laura & Big x
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID. ADHD IS NOT A TREND. ADHD IS REAL!
Jingle by Sessionz

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ADHD AF TITBIT: Neuro-queer! Dating & Allyship with CJ Debarra Feb 20, 2024

It's TITBIT 2! I just about managed to cram 40minutes of GOLD from CJ Debarra into this 10(ish)minute micro-interview with the LEGENDARY Author of Neuro-Queer: A Neurodivergent Guide to Love, Sex and Everything Inbetween.
Masking is something so many of us experience. CJ lived a lot of their life behind three different masks until coming out as Queer and Non Binary, and really exploring their Neurodivergence in their 30s. Growing up in West Cork, Ireland, CJ knew they were ADHD, but its implications remained mysterious. In their book CJ fearlessly explores the raw realities of heartbreak, love, and sexuality, and the complexities of desire, the impact of distractions during intimacy, the role of dopamine, and the allure of unconventional sexual experiences. CJ sheds light on alarmingly low diagnosis rates for women, transgender individuals, and non-binary individuals, urging readers to advocate for improved healthcare. THAT'S A LOT TO CRAM INTO TEN MINUTES HEY! Which is why in this TITBIT we focus on Neuro-Queer Allyship and Neurodivergent Dating; in particular dating safety for ADHDers. Particularly those of us that either don't see those warning flags, or mistrust our judgement, so wait for them to turn a particular shade of red!
It was an absolute joy to speak to this Leopard Print LEGEND! MASSIVE THANKS to CJ for sharing so many pearls of wisdom and for all of their amazing work!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers with Intergalactic, Hun-tastic Extravaganzas! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, dating dangers, sex,
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
The incredible new jingle from Sessionz features vocals from Kirsty Mason. Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that others can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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ADHD AF TITBIT:Dr James Brown,WHY have I Got ADHD?! Feb 13, 2024

For the first of this miniseries of micro-Interviews it's only right I be joined by the first ever guest of ADHD AF, The one and only: Dr James Brown of The ADHD Adults Podcast and ADHDadultUK Charity.
In just ten minutes the LEGENDARY James takes us back to basics (bitches) serving INDISPUTABLE ADHD FACTS to fill in the gaps in our own knowledge, to share with any family, friends, partners, employers, coworkers, etc who need educating about ADHD, and/or - to quote James, 'shove up the a$$ of Dominic Lawson!'
In all seriousness, this micro-episode is a fantastic bitesized morsel to arm yourself with if faced with any ignorant remarks to stop ADHD Ableists (well meaning or otherwise) in their tracks! ADHD IS NOT A TREND. ADHD IS REAL. THE END.
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 14 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers with Intergalactic, Hun-tastic Extravaganzas! TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE
TW: Contains swearing and mentions of sensitive subject matter including: Ableism, School/Home/Work/Family/Relationship Struggles, the Broken ADHD Diagnostic System and lack of Societal acceptance, Ableist Media,
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
MASSIVE THANKS to Dr James Brown and all of The ADHD Adults for their support and amazing work, and an extra special ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Sessionz for the INCREDIBLE NEW JINGLE featuring Vocals from Kirsty Mason. Sessionz is a genius and has the patience of a saint! :) Check out his phenomenal Audio Services HERE
The BIGGEST THANKS goes to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going so that other literally likeminded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations!
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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The Most ADHD Things of January '24 Feb 06, 2024

After lovely feedback from the NYE Episode,my Husband 'Big' is back to help me share my favourite Most ADHD Things of January followed by MASSIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS!One of which is: ADHDAF is on the road again!
GRAB TICKETS to 'Alien Nation', the 3rd ADHDAF UK Tour NOW! EEEEEEK!
Accountability truly does work! Massive thanks to Ally MacDonald and Nicole Nadler, I can't wait to connect with all of you who like me spent your lives feeling like Aliens, only to discover there's a whole planet of us!Come see myself and the crew in real life in: Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool, Birmingham, Bristol, Norwich, London, Margate, Brighton! Or purchase the recording of the London show ONLINE. From Alienation to an Alien Nation! I'm SO excited I could POP! :)
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2 years Diagnosed ADHD AF (Part 2) Jan 29, 2024

Part 2 of this very special 2 parter... I know I said this would be shorter and out in the morning but I went on a magical side quest as you'll hear at the end...
I am joined by ADHDAF Events Superstar Nicole Nadler...can anyone remember what her Edinburgh Fringe show is called?! ;) ;) And the LEGEND that saved the day - keeping me going at my lowest ebb; Ally MacDonald for questions, reflections and ridiculousness... followed by a blether with the Big man himself. With a couple of enormous realisations thrown in...WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES! Seriously!
Listen to yesterday's Part 1 HERE
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SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
TW: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Struggles, Conflict, Ablesim, Bereavement, Grief, Cancer, Suicidal Ideation, Survivors Guilt, The Pandemic, Lockdown, Mental Health Struggles, Nervous Breakdown, Burnout,
With ENORMOUS thanks to Nicole, Big, Ally and all of the LEGENDS that took part in the side quest safari! Thank goodness we now know WHY WE ARE LIKE THIS! :)
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2 years Diagnosed ADHD AF (Part 1) Jan 28, 2024

In January 2022 at the age of 38 I got diagnosed with severe combined type ADHD. In this two part episode I'm attempting to use my own late diagnosis 'safari' as a case study by 'interviewing' different people in my life to hear their reflections of the difference a year can make. Whilst some share childhood memories, others are behind the scenes ADHDAF team members... all are chosen family that have helped me in my darkest hours. From playground politics, to raving , to grieving, to activism.
It has been a challenge putting all of this out there (and I don't just mean the editing! LOL) My hope is that some might find validation and comfort in hearing these blethers. I can't wait to share the second (MUCH SHORTER) instalment TOMORROW!
If you'd like to hear the ENORMOUS difference a year can truly make listen to my 1 year since diagnosis episode HERE
SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.
TW: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Struggles, Conflict, Ablesim, Bereavement, Grief, Cancer, Suicidal Ideation, Survivors Guilt, The Pandemic, Lockdown, Mental Health Struggles, Nervous Breakdown, Burnout
If you are struggling, you are not alone. please REACH OUT
ENORMOUS THANKS TO: Steph of All The Discos, Sohayla, Aishley & Cat!
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY!
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NEW Evidence: ADHD & The Menstrual Cycle with Dr Nighat Arif Jan 16, 2024

How's that break from the podcast working out? C'mon it's been over 2 whole weeks! :) In any case, on discovering new evidence that High & Low Estrogen Exacerbate ADHD Symptoms I HAD TO share it! As ever, I'm NOT an expert, just a late diagnosed ADHDer..but I'll tell you who is:THE LEGENDARY Dr Nighat Arif! BBC Breakfast & ITV This Morning's Resident Dr returns to explore what Multiple Hormone Sensitivity Theory means, to give us all some invaluable advice,& to invite us to join her Women's Health Collective. SO GRATEFUL for her support of this podcast and all of her incredible work for Women's Health!If you've not heard Dr Nighat's original ADHDAF Interview LISTEN HERE. Giving credit where credit's due to ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast for sharing this information with me on social media so that those in need in our community can benefit.
Please help get this crucial conversation out there and support marginalised communities by sharing this episode far and wide! By hitting those stars and writing a review/commenting you help this information reach more listeners in need. If you are a creator, credit those who inspire your own work so that their work is visible to and can help those in need in your own network.TOGETHER we can make change happen!
TW:Mentions of FGM, PMDD, Relationship Struggles, Suicidal Ideation, Risky Behaviour, Depression, Cancer,
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The Most ADHD Things of 2023 Dec 31, 2023

Recorded on New Years Eve in a hotel room in London. My husband 'Big' and I might not be anywhere near as funny as we think we are but we hope you find this very special episode mildly amusing at least! :)
After an entire day hyperfocussing with no logic whatsoever on finding my favourite Most ADHD Thing entries of the year, my glamorous, gargantuan assistant 'the fluttering heart' of ADHDAF 'helps' me read them.
The ultimate Shame Eradicator, 'The Most ADHD Thing' serves to raise ADHD Awareness with humour, allowing us to laugh at the ridiculous situations ADHD can result in and unites the ADHD Community. WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!
This year might not have gone at all to plan, but I'm so incredibly grateful for all of your support! I can't say THANK YOU enough,SERIOUSLY! ALL THE LOVE TO THE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY!
TW: Contains swearing and some potentially triggering topics, including: RSD,work and relationship struggles, binge eating, depression, anxiety, suicide,ableism,risky driving,isolation, medication, addiction. If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT
WATCH THE VIDEO of An ADHD AF Christmas Laura live in London and DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION SLIDES
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The ADHD AF Twixmas Special Dec 27, 2023

If you've just discovered this podcast, this isn't the usual run of things... this is an EXTRA SPECIAL Episode reflecting on the ADHD AF Christmas Tour & bringing some festive community feels at a time when even the neurotypicals don't know what day of the week it is!
Created whilst festering like a sickly Tiny Tim having once again taken on a bit 'too much', I couldn't not say thank you to all of the MANY that made the RIDICULOUS ADHD Awareness Raising Live Show possible these last few weeks and spread some last minute Christmas cheesiness with the incredible ADHD Community!
Cannot say thank you enough! SERIOUSLY!
TW: contains swearing and some triggering topics including; alcohol and substance addictions, Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Isolation, Family Struggles, Grief & Bereavement
If you are struggling please know YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is help out there so please REACH OUT
WATCH THE VIDEO of An ADHD AF Christmas Laura live in London and DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION SLIDES
JOIN THE ADHD AF PEER SUPPORT COMMUNITY for the Twixmas Zoom Quiz: Thursday 28th Dec at 8pm GMT! All paid Tier Members welcome!
Alongside online events Community Membership includes access to the private Discord Server, Body Doubling, Live Blethers, Exclusives, Behind The Scenes Content, Discounts, Next Guest Spoilers, Blogs, Vlogs and MORE!
Thank you to contributors of this Episode: Nicole Nadler, Ally MacDonald, James Brown, Amy Polly, Abigail Agyei,Joe Charlan, Hannah Huxford, Rach Idowu,Clare Durrant, Rachael Slattery, Kim Pierpoint, Jo & Jackie at Salford Lads Club, Jill Saunders, The Bellez of The Ball - Aishley & Sam Bell-Docherty, Stage Manager Cat Cooper, the ADHDAF Merch Makers Steph of All The Discos & Rebecca of Working Clasp, Massaoke Vocalists: Dawn & Kirsty, Community Welcome Party Hosts: Lizee, Vanessa, Kimi, Kirsty,Kim, Elly,Romana, Louise and all who helped includng Tracy, Kirsty and many more, including Sessionz for the remix of the Jingle and Clare Durrant for singing The 12 Days of ADHDAF Christmas.
A VERY SPECIAL ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Big for all of your help and everything you've had to put up with so that I could pull this ridiculousness off!
Thank you so much to everyone who came to the shows! It was so wonderful to meet so many of you! Your presence was the greatest Xmas present I could ever wish for!
HO HO HO HUNS! x

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F***k Christmas! With Mrs AuDHD Dec 03, 2023

Helping me close Season 2 with a bang is Sam Brown of the ADHD Adults Podcast & charity ADHDadultuk, AKA Mrs ADHD!I wonder if Sam will change her name to Mrs AuDHD?I'm so grateful to The ADHD Adults for their support of ADHDAF & all of the amazing work Sam, her husband James & Alex do!Can't wait to see Sam at the Birmingham event & her & James at the London show & all of you coming to ALL XMAS EVENTS Sam shares insights into being both Autistic & ADHD,& a very different take on self love.This legendary lady gives Christmas the finger... well, kind of! ;) THANK YOU SO MUCH SAM!
TW: contains swearing and mentions of death, bereavement,eating issues, self loathing, family conflict, mental health and relationship struggles, Medication. If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT

NEW Jewellery HERE! And NEW FESTIVE ADHDAF Apparel HERE
5 of the 12 days of ADHD Christmas performed by Clare Durrant

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Abi Holland,Elizabeth Wilson & Vickie Hill who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it.

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Riyadh Khalaf: ADHD, Meds Shortage Support & Digital Detox Nov 28, 2023

I'm made up to share this impromptu and chaotic blether with my new BFF! ;) I was introduced to the wonderful work of Celebrity Masterchef winner, Author and BBC Morning Live Superstar Riyadh Khalaf when @ADHDFatherUK tagged me in his amazing support video for those of us struggling to access ADHD Medication.

I was immediately enamoured, and slid into his DMs to try and get him on... just a couple of hours later we recorded this chinwag filled with 'humanity, heart & humour'.
Anyone else with me on the overfamiliarity thing? Perhaps we actually are besties and Riyadh will be back next week! :) In all seriousness, I am so grateful to Riyadh for giving his time and sharing his ADHD safari and incredibly advice! THANK YOU SO MUCH RIYADH!
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TW: contains swearing and mentions of serious illness, family sickness, OCD, Medication. If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT!

Hope to see you at the Xmas shows starting next week! TICKETS HERE!
NEW MERCH HERE! Which piece is your favourite?
Final track by @sessionz81

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The most ADHD AF episode ever made! Nov 22, 2023

This episode is so packed with ADHD AF LEGENDS it's fit to burst!Back to back micro interviews sharing ADHD stories, useful information, hacks & humour from ADHD Coaches, Activists, Actors, Advocates, Teachers, Nurses, Singers, Designers, Community members, the works! This blether is very busy, messy, long and late(!) but it's full to the brim of heart, help, humour & RIDICULOUSNESS in the name of ADHD Awareness. So truthfully, this chaotic episode perfectly encapsulates ADHDAF! - the Community, the Live Events, and seemingly it also perfectly displays how ADHD presents in me personally! LOL... because what sort of a tit goes from trying to learn how to edit one week, to doing their 1st solo interview the following, to then deciding to interview 14 people in 1 day and then edit them together and release it as an episode by the very next day?!!! Like all things ADHDAF, myself included, this episode is TOO MUCH! :) But I hope you'll persevere, even if you have to listen to it in bits because ATTEMPTING to 'edit' this chaos has had me in ALL of the feels! I hope you enjoy x
TOO MUCH GRATITUDE to all contributors:
Amy Polly
Joe Charlan
Zoe Joanna Coaching - check out her Access to Work Guide!
Clare Durrant
Abigail Agyei MBE
Cat Cooper Stage Manager
Nicole Nadler
Rosie Turner of ADHD Untangled Podcast
Steph of All The Discos
Ally Macdonald
Hannah Huxford, Author of Diary of An ADHD Martyr, A Girl Gone Wild
Rach Idowu
Chloe Jackson of Umbrella Acapella
James Brown of ADHDadultUK Charity & The ADHD Adults Podcast
Jess Martin-Hodgson

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ENORMOUS THANK YOU TO ALL PATRONS!

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TW: Contains swearing & mentions of ableism, addiction, divorce, depression, anxiety, suicide, death, debt. If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone. REACH OUT!

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ADHD Curious with Lu in Lu Land Nov 14, 2023

'OH HI MOTHERF*&%ERS!' Sorry,couldn't resist using Lu's catchphrase! :)
All aboard 'Susie',the leopard print bus for Lou Featherstone's SELF LOVE REVOLUTION!@luinluland,52 is an accidental middle aged influencer dedicated to empowering women to find their confidence.The perfect 1st guest as I find my way solo whilst drowning in RSD (Really Shit Daydreams!) A lady so legendary,it's hard to imagine she once stole from her employer & husband to fund a shopping addiction which contributed to divorce & debt!Having met performing at Flackstock, our ADHDAF Bingo sparked Lu's ADHD Curiosity;leading to life finally making sense,shame eradication & self-forgiveness.Lu sets a radical example of how staying curious,& owning your sh*t can improve quality of life for yourself and others.Removing shame around exploring ADHD will help many battling stigma and imposter syndrome, who are in need of help. 'In a world where you can be anything, Be kind.'
TW:Trauma,Bereavement,Cancer,Death, Domestic Violence, Theft, Criminality, Post Natal Depression, Depression, RSD,Emotional Dysregulation, Debt, Addiction,Divorce
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT!

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I am ADHD AF but WTF do I do now?! Nov 06, 2023

The title of the 1st ep of ADHDAF is 'We are ADHDAF but who TF are we?' This new chapter of me (Laura) flying solo is a homage & probably even worse sound quality/editing!Ironically,in raising RSD Awareness,I've suffered the worst RSD of my life & nearly didn't release this!This is a transitional episode;I'm not quite there yet...next week's will have a guest/structure/a mic/editor (hopefully!)But this is imperfect action-ADHD Awareness & authenticity.I've never edited a podcast & am hearing impaired,so strap yourselves in!:)This impromptu chaos is 'The Most ADHD Thing' I've done this week-I'm finding my way forward in real time & I get by with a little help from my friends! ;)Thank you so much for your support as I find my way X

TW:Trauma,Bereavement,Cancer,Grief,RSD,Emotional Dysregulation,
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT!
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S2.Ep10: The ADHD AF Community speaks & Dawn Says Goodbye Oct 31, 2023

If you've just found us, this isn't the usual episode length or format,this is an EXTRA SPECIAL EPISODE!We close ADHD Awareness Month with our last Podcast recording as a Duo!Dawn's stepping down-but will remain an active member of our Online Peer Support Community. Find out why HERE
MASSIVE TRIGGER WARNING: Contains alcohol consumption, gallows humour & swearing. We tackle some very triggering topics!Including: suicide, suicidal ideation, self harm, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation,abusive relationships, breakups, divorce, childhood bullying, financial/family/parental/pregnancy/conception & work struggles, self medicating, medical negligence, misdiagnosis,religious & eduction trauma, teenage pregnancy, miscarriage, loneliness,isolation, disordered eating, and the ADHD medication shortage. If you are struggling there is help out there, so please reach out for support HERE
Celebrating new beginnings with a beast of a Blether with 30 ADHDAF Global Community Members in 3 Continents! Each month, us & our Gold Patrons meet on Zoom. Peer Support is invaluable; as the only people who know what it's like aboard the late ADHD Diagnosis Roller Coaster are the other passengers! These blethers are always so amazing. We tackle difficult topics and have some fun too... there's always tears, both sad and happy.So strap yourselves in and hold on tight; our Dawny's going out with a bang!
MUCH LOVE & GRATITUDE to Speakers: Birthday girl Sara in Hamburg, Louise in Inverness, Sarah S, Donna in Cambridge, Kerry & Gemma in Surrey,Leanne in Newcastle, Miranda in Salford, Jaimie in Tennessee, Lizzee in Birmingham,Tracy in Watford, Kim in Wiltshire, Ally in Stirling, Nikkie in Plymouth, Mary in Lytham St Annes, Indi in Melbourne, Siobhan & Jill in Glasgow, Carolina in Manchester, Claire & Kirsty in Oxfordhsire, Claire in Liverpool & Claire in Space!(or Liverpool)
For Laura & the ADHDAF Community, the safari continues... more ADHDAF Podcasts & Live Events coming right up! Get tickets to come together & unmask with the community IRL at the ADHDAF Live UK Christmas shows HERE
We SERIOUSLY can't say thank you enough to all of our Community members, whose support enables the creation of ADHDAF. To the Leopard Print Army for your support in the launch of our Make it Count Campaign on ADHDAF Day. Thank you to all of you for listening to us throughout this monumental chapter as a duo, for the much appreciated Donations, for the outpouring of kind messages we've both received since announcing Dawn's departure & for your continued support.
The biggest thank you of all is to our dearest Dawn-Marie. Our whirlwind time as a duo has included 76 podcast episodes, 20 Live Shows, just shy of 1 million podcast downloads in 194 countries, and the creation of this INCREDIBLE Peer Support Community in just 17 months! *standing ovation* THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING. 'Keep smashing things!' :') We can't wait to see you throw your leopard print mortar board in the air! XXX
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S2.Ep9: B2B - Kate Moryoussef Collaboration & ADHDAF Day Special Oct 24, 2023

For our penultimate episode of ADHD Awareness Month & as Co-hosts; we talk #ADHDAFDay - which saw the launch of our Make it Count Campaign and we collaborate in back to back podswap interviews with Kate Moreyoussef; who will be sharing her interview of us on her amazing ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast on Thursday 26th Oct.
ADHD lifestyle & wellbeing coach & EFT practitioner, mum of four, and fellow ADHDer Kate is passionate about harnessing our wellbeing to work alongside our brains and enhance our lives as women with ADHD. Kate shares her ADHD Safari & pearls with us in this legendary Blether, and we are so grateful that she did. THANK YOU SO MUCH KATE!
So much gratitude to bereaved Mother Jayne for letting us share her Daughter Jodi’s story. Thank you to everyone who donned leopard print for #ADHDAFMakeItCount & the outpouring of love we have both felt since announcing Dawn’s departure.
Our last podcast as a duo will be recorded TOMORROW - 25th Oct with our Community via Zoom. Become a Gold member that day to be part of this special episode!
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons Shoutout:RachSlatts,Cat Marshall,Ally Mac,Kim Pierpoint,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp,Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason,Nella Scurfield,Nicola Wright,Jaime Kerns,Suzie Lawes,Sarah Spurgeon,Sara,Jill,Toni Morgan,Ian Hepworth, Louise Townend & Amy Holliday, who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness/providing validation /information to those who need it.
TW:Suicide,bereavement,depression,anxiety,disordered eating, addiction,conflict,trauma,drugsBED, Annorexia
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It's always darkest before the DAWN! Oct 22, 2023

We have an ENORMOUS, EMOTIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT: It's the Dawn of a new era! Be prepared for a rollercoaster of a Bonus Blether; in which Dawn shares massive and confronting realisations which have lead her to embark on a new chapter. This episode is the audio from 5 videos we recorded separately and then together (hence the differing sound quality) please persevere to the end, as we conclude on a very happy note. SHE'S DIVING OUT FANNY FIRST! :)
Dawn is eternally grateful to all of you who donated to help her get her ADHD Diagnosis at the end of 2022.
With a heavy/happy heart and literally every emotion imaginable; Laura continues the ADHDAF Safari solo.
We really hope you will stick with ADHD As Females - The Podcast and the ADHDAF Community for much more Too-Muchness despite Dawn's departure! (She will still be an active member of the community)
And we hope you will wear (at least one item of) Leopard Print TOMORROW Monday 23rd Oct for the second annual ADHDAF Day, which sees the launch of the ADHDAF MAKE IT COUNT CAMPAIGN to make this ADHD Awareness Month count!
Our last Podcast recording as a duo will be our Gold Patron Live Blether this Wednesday - 25th Oct 8pm BST. If you would like to be part of it, and be interviewed via Zoom in our Community, join HERE
“Each friend represents a world in us, a world not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.” — Anais Nin.
There truly are no words for how incredibly grateful we are for all of your support!
It's a new Dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life for us... and we're feeling good! xx
TW: Contains swearing, mentions of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, suicide, relationship struggles, late ADHD Diagnosis, medication, conflict, trauma, self sabotage, crying, grief
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S2.Ep8: Davinia Taylor - ADHD, Bravery & Biohacking Oct 17, 2023

The most ADHD thing we've done: release this episode unfinished!We did tell you we have ADHD!:) What's even funnier...Davinia Taylor!No words for how much we LOVE this absolute powerhouse!We're so grateful to the 2X Sunday Times besteller for sharing her ADHD Safari,owning her too-muchness with us,& welcoming us to the world of Hormone Hacking.She's generously gifted our listeners 10% off her magic white powder!;)TAP HERE for her incredible Willpowder products with an ADHDAF discount. At a time of global ADHD medication shortage,this is the perfect blether to find alternatives to support your brain.The Mum of 4 boys is med-free and thriving after overcoming alcohol addiction. An inspiration & finally Laura's found her brain doppelgänger!THANK YOU SO MUCH DAVINIA!
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT!
TW: Contains swearing,ableism,alchoholism,drugs, mentions of restrictive diet;might not be suitable for those with Disordered Eating
ADHDAF Day & the start of our campaign to make this ADHD Awareness Month count GET INVOLVED on 23.10.23!
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons Shoutout:RachSlatts,Cat Marshall,Ally Mac,Kim Pierpoint,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp,Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason,Nella Scurfield,Nicola Wright,Jaime Kerns,Suzie Lawes,Sarah Spurgeon,Sara,Jill,Toni Morgan & Ian Hepworth who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it.

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S2.Ep7: ADHD Hacks with 'Life Actuator' Eric Whittington Oct 10, 2023

Despite a catastrophic week;dedicated to making this ADHD Awareness Month Count,we do our best to share important information to help the ADHD Community.Including:inside info from an NHS professional on the national medication shortage,details of the MAKE IT COUNT Campaign & ADHDAF Day,before a blether with 1 of the biggest & best ADHD Content Creators:Eric @lifeactuator!
What happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas!LEGENDARY Eric records insightful ADHD videos from his home in 'Sin City' to raise awareness & share hacks,culminating a gargantuan following the world over in just 1 year!We are so grateful to Eric for sharing his ADHD Safari,gamechanging tips including meditation & even voice recordings to arm him in the daily battles the condition imposes,which he exposes magnificently to the world!THANK YOU SO MUCH ERIC!
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.REACH OUT!
Tickets for LIVE UK SHOWS IN DECEMBER uniting the ADHDAF Community at what can be a triggering time HERE
Wear your handmade ADHD Awareness Month Ribbon with pride for the month of October:£5 from each purchase goes to the Leopard Print Army Fund for ADHD Activism & Advocacy
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able,please help us continue to help others by joining our Community for Peer Support and MORE OR leave us a tip
MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons Shoutout:RachSlatts,Cat Marshall,Ally Mac,Kim Pierpoint,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp,Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason,Nella Scurfield,Nicola Wright,Jaime Kerns,Suzie Lawes,Sarah Spurgeon,Sara & Jill who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW: Contains swearing,ableism,anxiety,medication,relationship struggles

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S2.Ep6: Amy Polly - ADHD Awareness Month, Motherhood & Mindfulness Oct 03, 2023

It's ADHD Awareness Month & there's a LOT that needs to be said!With a medication shortage,the Access Denied ND & our own MAKE IT COUNT Campaigns & important awareness to raise in our own community. Thank goodness for:Mindfulness Teacher/MentalHealth Speaker/Neurodiversity Advocate Amy Polly, teaching us to 'GRAB LIFE BY THE TITS!' & we've some EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Alongside sharing her ADHD Safari,struggles with Motherhood & Mental Health, Amy educates us about Mindfulness.This inspirational LEGEND implores us to:BE CURIOUS, BE PLAYFUL, BE YOU!Thank you so much Amy,can't wait to see you IRL very soon!
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.There is help out there so please reach out!
Tickets for LIVE UK SHOWS IN DECEMBER uniting the ADHDAF Community at what can be a triggering time HERE
Wear your handmade ADHD Awareness Month Ribbon with pride for the month of October: £5 from each purchase goes to the Leopard Print Army Fund for ADHD Activism & Advocacy
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community for Peer To Peer Support and MORE OR leave us a tip
MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp, Jessica Williams, Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason,Nella Scurfield,Nicola Wright,Jaime Kerns,Suzie Lawes & Sarah Spurgeon who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW: Contains swearing,ableism,depression,anxiety,post natal depression,miscarriage,relationship struggles

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S2.Ep5: Self-Diagnosed ADHD at 70 - Kit Waring Sep 26, 2023

Having been immediately enamoured by an email from legendary listener Kit, we felt desperate to share her story of discovering ADHD & Autism at 69. Now Self-Diagnosed at 70 years old - almost twice the age that we were both ‘late’ diagnosed.
At Kit’s stage of life,the greater possibility of ADHD being mistaken for Dementia is a further barrier to receiving answers & support.At this time Kit is not seeking medical diagnosis. One more time for the people in the back…SELF-DIAGNOSIS IS VALID.
Kit has developed the coping strategy of People Avoidance due to debilitating Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria; both relatable and very common! The positive is that finally Kit is able to say no to situations that cause her distress without the need to make excuses. We are so happy to know that Self-Diagnosis has given her the self-understanding & compassion she needed.
We are so incredibly grateful to this absolute legend for giving us a new perspective, as we’re sure there are so many in a similar position that will benefit from her courage at sharing her ADHD safari with us.THANK YOU SO MUCH KIT!
If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.There is help out there so please reach out!
Tickets are selling fast for the ADHDAF LIVE UK SHOWS IN DECEMBER! Uniting the ADHDAF Community at what can be a triggering time. Get your Tickets HERE
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp, Jessica Williams, Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason,Nella Scurfield,Nicola Wright,Jaime Kerns,Suzie Lawes & Sarah Spurgeon who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW: Contains swearing, ableism, depression, anxiety,relationship struggles,dementia

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S2.Ep4:Rach Idowu - ADHD,Intersectionality,Work & Communication Sep 19, 2023

SO excited to be joined by Rach Idowu for this very special episode!Featured in NY Times,BBC,Stylist & more;late diagnosed ADHD LEGEND works tirelessly to raise ADHD Awareness with her informative content.She created ADHD Flashcards to help identify the symptoms.
Rach gave us so many pearls in this blether!
Including:ADHD and Intersectionality-People from working class backgrounds and ethnic minorities are left out of a lot of the conversation and research on ADHD. Impacts can be even more detrimental to those who may not have the financial support and support from people in society.
Communicating needs to friends and family - how to explain ADHD to people in their lives.
Navigating ADHD in the workplace including how to self-advocate for yourself.
We are SO GRATEFUL to this legendary lady and know you will LOVE this episode as much as we do! THANK YOU SO MUCH RACH!

If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.There is help out there so please reach out!
Tickets are selling fast for the ADHDAF LIVE UK SHOWS IN DECEMBER! Uniting the ADHDAF Community at what can be a triggering time. Get your Tickets HERE
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison, Carol Falkner, Sally,Gemma Beauchamp, Jessica Williams, Disa SIF,Jenni Bell, Paula C Gleason & Nella Scurfield who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW: Contains swearing, ableism, racism, classism, sexism, ADHD denying, depression, anxiety

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S2.Ep3:ADHD Love, Self-Harm & Addiction Recovery with Rox & Rich Sep 12, 2023

Thanks to ADHD LOVE Couple Rox & Rich for this insightful & inspirational Blether.With 2 legendary guests,this episode is longer than usual as it would’ve been a disservice to listeners to cut any out!The couple are on a shame eradication mission,discussing the hard stuff to help others on their safari!
TW: Contains swearing, mentions of sexual abuse, alcoholism, drug use, self harm, binge eating, sex addiction, gambling, family estrangement, ableism, ADHD deniers, emotional abuse. If you are struggling with any of the topics covered, you are not alone.There is help out there so please reach out!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...and I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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S2.Ep2:Cate Osborn (Catieosaurus) - AuDHD, Sex Dungeons & Dragons Sep 05, 2023

No, that's not a grammatical error in the title, the LEGENDARY Catieosaurus 'works in both kinds of Dungeons!' :)
This VERY special blether features possibly the best 'Most ADHD Thing' of ALL TIME!
Our favourite Pirate Wench Cate Osborn is a certified Sex Educator with late diagnosed ADHD, who is also currently seeking a diagnosis for Autism. A mental health advocate, full-time Content Creator, Co-host of Infinite Quest Podcast, Professional Streamer and TTRPG Influencer.
Alongside sharing her struggles with conflicting sides to her brain, 'inside her there are two wolves!'; she focusses on ADHD Advocacy, Disability Awareness, Advocacy in Sex/Sex Education, Neurodivergent Relationships - especially in the Kink Community. We also discuss how being Queer, and Gender nonconforming is common in the Neurodivergent Community, how playing Dungeons & Dragons can help ADHDers...and we've not heard anyone go on an ADHD rant like that except Laura! :) WE LOVE YA CATIE! Come back soon!
We also announce some very exciting LIVE UK SHOWS IN DECEMBER! Uniting the ADHDAF Community at what can be a triggering time for so many of us. Get your Tickets HERE - Laura (very likely Dawn!) and special ADHDAF Podcast Guests hope to see you there!
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson,Louise Kilgannon-Patel,Kirsti,Collette Morrison & Carol Falkner, who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW:Strong language, depression, anxiety, ableism, religious trauma, sex

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S2.Ep1:Dr Nighat Arif - ADHD, Hormones & Perimenopause Aug 29, 2023

WE'RE BACK!Kicking of Season 2 with a VERY special Guest:Women's Health Expert & Resident Dr of BBC Breakfast & ITV's This Morning: Dr Nighat Arif . MASSIVE THANK YOU to this legendary lady for explaining the relationship between Hormones & ADHD & educating us about Perimenopause, Menopause & Endometriosis. She also shares her experience as a Dyslexic GP, & sheds light on the ADHD Diagnosis Crisis & the misogyny in medicine she works tirelessly to eradicate.
Dr Nighat Arif's knowledge has been comprised into an INCREDIBLE book, appropriately named THE KNOWLEDGE: Your guide to female health – from menstruation to the menopause. 'A life-saving book for all genders, ages and communities. An indispensable asset for us all.'
Thank you also to Claire of Mind Vox Pod,who introduced us to this topic & Dr Nighat Arif in Ep.36 Happy Anniversary to Laura&Big & Happy Birthday to Laura's Mum! WHAT A DAY!
We return with a new Episode format, New Handmade Merchandise and NEW MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS! Inluding: Full Unedited Interview Video, Unheard Bonus Content Video, Next Guest Spoiler Video, ADHD Coach Advice, Blogs, Vlogs, Live Community Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Exclusives, Behind the scenes content, discounts on merch/events tickets and more. We hope to chat to you on our Private Discord Forum!
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy,Kirsten Richardson &
Louise Kilgannon-Patel, who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW:Strong language, medication, misogyny, misdiagnosis, depression

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ADHD & Podcasting LIVE @RX Aug 15, 2023

This is our 1st LIVE Podcast! Recorded at Resident X in front of 70ish people. We talk ADHD from our lived experiences & share our reflections of a year of MORE THAN 1 episode a week of the podcast that we never expected to take off/had no idea how much work it would take/nor the global impact it would have(!)...alongside tips for aspiring Podcasters. We are not podcasting or ADHD experts, just 2 women serendipitously thrown together, battling the daily challenges the disorder brings to try to help others. THANK YOU SO MUCH to RX, to all of you who came to see us & to everyone for listening to us this Season!
We've dedicated the last 15 months to help raise ADHD Awareness. If Season 1 has helped you, please will you dedicate a couple of minutes to help us with a VOTE for us for Listener's Choice in the British Podcast Awards. Tap HERE and type 'ADHD As Females' (NOT ADHDAF!) then select our logo & enter your details. Your vote will not count unless verified via instant email, so please check your spam folder for that crucial final step!We are so so grateful for your vote and will do something ridiculous to celebrate if we win! Send any suggestions to adhdasfemales@gmail.com
SEASON 2 IS OUT 29th AUGUST and back to weekly episodes,we're so excited!
PLEDGE HERE to #AccessDeniedND & purchase our Leopard Print Army Fundraiser Pin HERE - handmade by Working Clasp, £7.50 goes direct to the campaign.WE ARE THE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY HEAR US ROAR!
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MASSIVE THANKS TO ALL OUR PATRONS!Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy & Kirsten Richardson who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW:Strong language,drugs,depression,anxiety,addiction.suicide,trauma

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LIVE at Edinburgh Fringe with Nicole Nadler Aug 08, 2023

This VERY special episode was recorded LIVE at Edinburgh Festival Fringe at Robyn & Lucy’s Podcast Hour!
We are joined by Nicole Nadler and share The Most ADHD Things we've done to raise ADHD Awareness, break the stigma & to laugh instead of crying! We created the ultimate Shame Eradication segment of ADHDAF to validate the experiences of other ADHDers and as a reminder to the community that they’re not alone in their struggles. ADHD gets us ALL into ridiculous situations; we are all in this together!
Straight after we ran through the busy streets of Edinburgh to see Nicole’s one woman show that she wrote on our Tour with us: ‘Why Am I Like This?’ It's selling out and getting 5 star reviews, and rightly so! It is INCREDIBLE! You have to see it!
The three of us concluded this surreal and truly AMAZING day with a Talkback Q&A at Royal Scots Club and a roast dinner with ADHDAF Community Legends.THANK YOU SO MUCH to everyone who came!We're still pinching ourselves that all of this actually happened!
Time's running out for @yorkdrf #AccessDeniedND campaign for legal fees to save the right to ADHD & Autism Diagnosis. PLEASE PLEDGE HERE! OR Grab a Leopard Print Army Fundraiser Pin HERE
Season 2 COMING SOON!
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Gold Tier Patrons shoutout: RachSlatts,Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson,Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michie,Kim Pierpoint,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey F,Katherine Wilkinson,Alarna Pigmatiello,Elle, Mary N,Suzanne Tanso,Katy Smith,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynne McKenna McNally,Linda Collins,Jennifer Wilson,Jo,Rachel Stewart,Christie,Claire Turner,Katie Enstone,Ani Kemsley,Lizzee Oliver,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer,Gurjit Thandi,Ailish,Jody Ellen,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Chelsie Louise,Kirsty Cassell,Jacki Allen,Helen McEwan,Nic Hewett,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Claire Protherough,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Laura,Louise MacDonald,Claire Dowling,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Trudy,Daina Stinnett,Rosie Gee,Dr Explodo,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gill Blackall,Ally Mac,Kat Marshall,Siobhan Campbell,Kara,Lynsey Hoskins,Anna Byron,Ali Velo,Nikki Wilson,Kirsty Witkowska,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri,Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GIlly Pompom,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Donnie,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,Jade Badge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey,Magdalena Kuna,JosieJoJo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Matilda Wanless,Alicia,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sarah Coldrey,Erika AE,Natasha Sines,Fanny Willy who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US

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Bonus Blether: ADHD Events, Ableist Media & the next chapter Jul 10, 2023

SURPRISE Bonus Blether ahead of Season 2 in which we reunite The Too Much Tour Trio at Edinburgh's Royal Scots Club & are blessed by Comedian Lee Brophy's dulcet Irish tones. We're tired having partied like it's 1776 with Nicole but couldn't pass the chance for a chinwag!Topics include: plans for next season, upcoming ADHDAF events, our Anti Ableist ADHD Media Coalition, Nicole's Fringe Show, The Most ADHD Thing in real time & a plea to vote for us in The British Podcast Awards. PLEASE!
CLICK HERE TO VOTE: type ADHD As Females (NOT ADHDAF) votes will not be counted unless you verify via email. We would be so very grateful x
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL UPCOMING LIVE ADHDAF EVENTS, including Nicole's 'Why Am I Like This?' which we will be in-part discussing in our third event of our Edinburgh Festival hat-trick on 6th August. We hope to see you at all three!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patrons! Gold Tier Patrons shoutout to: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom,Mason,Danielle Brigham,Jayne CN,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Philippa Dawson,Donnie,Elizabeth Cable,Anna Bennett,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Michelle Pan & Vanessa Fisher,Marianne Kelly,JadeBadge,Emma Pearce,Lyndsey Lowdon,Nelly Griggs,Claire Robinson,Tallis Morris,Charlotte Lynskey, Magdalena B Kuna,Josie Jojo,Georgie Chisholm,Rachel Jones,Malissa Bell,Alicia Macleod,Matilda Wanless,Abi Wood,Tabitha Buck,Sam Ryan,Erika AE who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US

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SURPRISE SUMMER SPECIAL! Jun 13, 2023

WE'RE BACK! Despite taking a well needed break over the summer, we felt we had to do this post Too Much Tour debrief!
In part, because we still can't believe it all happened, and mostly because we have a thousand people to thank!!
If you've just discovered us, this is NOT our usual episode format, so best dive into another episode first. This LENGTHY reflective ramble is a one-off in which we spill the tea about the ADHD awareness raising tour which almost didn't happen(!) and most definitely could not have happened without the hardcore generosity of so many people who kindly gave up their spare time and spare rooms to make this ridiculousness possible!
In hindsight, our (almost back to back) 15 date UK tour was absolutely TOO MUCH on every level! But despite the literal blood, sweat and tears, we had the time of our lives and cannot say thank you enough!
We've learnt a hell of a lot... and we can't stop singing Black Velvet!
There are TOO MANY people to thank for the word count even without this blurb, but all are thanked profusely in this beast of a blether! Did it really happen though?!
With very special thanks to the legendary Joe Charlan for suggesting doing a tour way back in Sept '22; though we're sure this all singing, all dancing extravaganza wasn't what he'd envisaged... all or nothing? Us?!
Big love and gratitude to all of our guest speakers, to all of you who came along and that we had the honour of meeting, to our Merch makers, to the venues, and those that helped on the show dates, to the community members who let us hitch a ride, to Kim Pierpoint for coming up with the risky but genius scheme that saved the day in our darkest hour, and to the one and only Nicole Nadler for ABSOLUTELY BLOODY EVERYTHING!
- We can't wait to reunite with our tour Mum Nicole at the INCREDIBLE Edinburgh Fringe show 'Why am I like this?', a lot of which she wrote on the road with us and previewed at our shows.
We will be doing a Talkback after the show on 6th August and would LOVE to see you there! - TICKETS HERE
We will be back soon for Season 2 of this podcast, but in the meantime we are active on our Online Community, for Peer to Peer Support, Live Blethers, BTS, Exclusives, Vlogs, Blogs and Body doubling... JOIN US!
Photo Credit: Sophie Fewtrell Photography
TW: In this emotional episode we tackle some sensitive topics including: passive suicidal ideation, feelings of hopelessness, ADHD ableism in the mainstream media, internalised ableism, grief and bereavement, nihilism, self loathing, abusive relationships, risky behaviour, alcohol consumption and swearing
If you are struggling, please reach out for support! There is a wealth of incredible help out there, including: https://www.samaritans.org/
YOU'RE NOT ALONE, WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER xx

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Episode 53:ONE YEAR OF ADHDAF! May 02, 2023

1 year ago today two rebels with a cause launched this podcast!
In this very special episode we share our proudest moments from all of the legends who volunteered their voices for the cause. WE CANNOT SAY THANK YOU ENOUGH!
And we SERIOUSLY can’t say thank you enough to all of you for listening and supporting us.
Tonight we are on stage at Old Woollen in Leeds for our 1st Birthday Party extravaganza of The ‘Too Much’ Tour. Magnificent leopard print hun cake of dreams created by Fairybakes Leeds …What a way to end this monumental year!
Parts of this very special episode are recorded straight after our Too Much Edinburgh in Royal Scots Club’s special Podcasting Suite!
Check out our behind the scenes tour highlights on @adhfasfemales socials!
As explained in the previous episode we are taking a short break to get our ducks in a row. Season 2 coming soon!
Hope to see you on the road! London SOLD OUT but Tour tickets for:Perth (Scotland),Inverness,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Newcastle,Leeds,Nottingham,Birmingham,Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, Norwich HERE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers!In particular to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom,Mason,Danielle Brigham,Jayne CN,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Philippa Dawson,Donnie,Elizabeth Cable,Anna Bennett,Kim Michelle,Jackie Whittingham,Victoria Closs,Michelle Pan & Vanessa Fisher who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US
TW: relationship struggles, eating disorders, suicide, depression, anxiety, mental health struggles

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Episode 52 - Laura & Dawn get real! Apr 25, 2023

1 day until we go on Tour,1 week until our 1 year anniversary of ADHDAF!This penultimate blether of Season 1 is the most ADHDAF episode of the lot!There's so much going on; including an epiphany and tears. STRAP YOURSELVES IN as we lay ourselves bare after almost falling at the final hurdle.It's time to face reality in order to give ADHDAF longevity. This year of weekly episodes (& bonuses, merchandise, tour planning, community creating and activism!) has been one hell of a ride,we honestly can't say thank you enough!EXTRA SPECIAL THANKS to Big for letting this podcast take over his life,to Cat for her hard work with activism,& to the community contributors of this episode,who we have the privilege of waking up to:Kimi,Rachel,Reece,Sahra,Ally,Kim,Alison,Lizee, & Kristen. We are so moved by their words and that our work inspired the creation of: @the_neurodiverse_hairstylist and the German podcast: @adhs.ler_in
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Hope to see you on the road! London SOLD OUT but Tour tickets for:Perth (Scotland),Inverness,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Newcastle,Leeds,Nottingham,Birmingham,Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, Norwich HERE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers!In particular to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom,Mason,Danielle Brigham,Jayne CN,Andie MacInnes,Niki,Philippa Dawson,Donnie,& Elizabeth Cable who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US

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Episode 51: ADHD Coaching, Meditation & Mishaps Apr 18, 2023

BIG announcement:Episode 53 is the last of season 1! We're pressing pause to get our ducks in a row and plot the next move. We realised 'the most ADHD thing' we've done this season is mess-up the guest scheduling(!) the good news is there are interviews with three legends in this very special episode!
Zoe Joanna Coaching and Jessi B ADHD Lifecoach show us two different approaches to ADHD Coaching, and the importance of finding the right coach to suit your unique and individual ADHD support needs. BOTH legends are at the extra special Closing Party of The Too Much Tour, at The Flint Room in Norwich. Zoe is also joining us at Glasgow & Edinburgh.
Rosie Turner, Yoga Instructor turned Podcaster, encourages ADHDers to 'turn struggles into strengths' with ADHD Untangled. Check out her Meditation Challenge, with 15% discount code: ADHDAF. Rosie is joining us in Brighton and London. THANK YOU SO MUCH to these legendary ladies for sharing their stories and skills! We can't wait to see them and you all on the tour!
Tour tickets for:Perth (Scotland), Inverness,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Newcastle,Leeds,Nottingham,Birmingham,Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, Norwich HERE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers!In particular to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom,Mason,Danielle Brigham,Jayne CN & Andie MacInnes who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US

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Episode 50! ADHD, Self-acceptance & Community with Coco Apr 11, 2023

EPISODE 50?! For 50 weeks we've managed to put out 1 episode per week (plus 5 Bonus Blethers and 3 Activism Extras) we just can’t believe it, can you?! :)
Joining us for this very special chinwag, is a VERY special person indeed; Cardiff’s finest…the one and only Coco. Award winning Mental health Activist, Writer and Poet. This Non-Binary, Neurodivergent LEGEND recently became a Mother.
* We asked Coco her preferred pronouns to which she told us that she didn’t care; so in this episode we refer to Coco as she with her permission *
Having hit rock bottom in her teens, Coco uses her trauma of undiagnosed ADHD and empathy to help others who are at theirs. Coco’s honesty and ownership of her past, flaws and triggers helps others to feel less alone and ashamed of theirs. With a positive outlook and ownership of her ADHD; COCO YOU'RE INSPIRATIONAL! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Coco is joining us at the Cardiff event of our Too Much Tour! WE'RE SO EXCITED TO MEET COCO & GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tour tickets are selling fast, (London’s already SOLD OUT!)Grab one while you can for:Perth (Scotland), Inverness,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Newcastle,Leeds,Nottingham,Birmingham,Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, Norwich HERE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom,Mason,Danielle Brigham & Jayne CN, who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!

TW: mental health struggles, suicide, violence

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Episode 49: ADHD, 'Adulting', Motherhood & Chaos with Stacey Heale Apr 04, 2023

Writer and TedX Speaker Stacey Heale shares 'honest conversations on how to rebuild your life after hard times’… and we are so grateful to this legendary lady for her honesty and insights in this wonderful conversation.
At 43, Stacey is freshly diagnosed with ADHD. The Mother of two, and jack of all trades is just as chaotic as we are! Part of our ADHDAF mission is to eradicate the shame around the symptoms and struggles we battle daily and to celebrate the messy ‘too-muchness’ and rebellion so many of us relate to. Which is why we ADORE this blether and this woman so much! We are no strangers to the shame of our ineptitude at 'adulting' adequately, and alongside experiencing this; Stacey gives us her perspective of Motherhood with the neurodevelopmental condition. How it feels when the chaos is no longer just your own, as it also affects your children. ADHD Medication and self compassion post diagnosis has improved Stacey's life enormously.
THANK YOU SO MUCH STACEY, we can't wait to read your book!

WE'RE SO EXCITED TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tour tickets are selling fast, (London already SOLD OUT!)Grab one while you can for:Perth (Scotland), Inverness,Glasgow,Edinburgh,Newcastle,Leeds,Nottingham,Birmingham,Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, Norwich HERE!
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! OR you can leave us a tip
MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis,GillyPomPom & Mason who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: mental health struggles, severe depression

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Episode 48: ADHD, Mental Health & Sacrifices with Cat Owens Mar 28, 2023

This is a VERY IMPORTANT and emotional episode in which we learn the extent of the sacrifices faced by Disability Campaigner Cat Owens due to undiagnosed ADHD. Though yet to be confirmed, it is suspected that Cat has been on the wrong medication for SEVENTEEN YEARS -at great cost!
Cat's story helps us understand the drive for ADHD Activism. NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US! We are all in this together.
In demystifying the politics surrounding ADHD, we uncover further unexplained mysteries from the Parliamentary Debate... WHERE ARE THE MISSING NUMBERS?!
This is a call to action: PLEASE download Rachel Charlton-Dailey's template letter: Tell IPSO to change the discrimination clause NOW! We've intentionally left it to the last minute as it's when we both spring into action - MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN HERE!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING CAT, YOU ABSOLUTE LEGEND!
Cat will be joining us LIVE in Newcastle, WE CAN'T WAIT TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tour tickets: Perth (Scotland), Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, London, Norwich HERE!
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! OR you can leave us a tip.
MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri, Natalie,Caitlin Lewis, who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: mental health struggles, suicide, eating disorders, missing out on parenthood,potential misdiagnosis, BPD

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Episode 47: ADHD, Self Diagnosis & Dopamine Dressing with L.O.M. Mar 21, 2023

SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID. What's more, it is ESSENTIAL amidst the current ADHD Diagnosis crisis! Our guest Louise O'Mahony's experience is a perfect example of why.
Berlin and Brighton based Fashion Designer Louise is yet to receive an ADHD diagnosis. An admin error sent her to the back of a very long queue she thought she'd already been on for months! Whilst awaiting assessment, Louise has found conversations with other ADHDers, online information and podcasts like ours invaluable in supporting herself through this period of diagnosis and treatment limbo. Our podcast was secretly listened to by Louise's boyfriend to gain insight into what she might be experiencing to support her... THERE ARE NO WORDS FOR HOW MUCH WE LOVE THAT!
Louise is literally QUEEN of Dopamine Dressing! You'd be hard pushed to find a festival field without many fashionistas frolicking in her famous L.O.M. designs!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR STORY WITH US LOUISE!
We hope to blether with this legendary lady again post diagnosis.
WE CAN'T WAIT TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tour tickets: Perth (Scotland), Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, London, Norwich HERE!
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! OR you can leave us a tip.
MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo,Nikkie Wilson,Catherine Hickey,Michelle A,Abbie Whitelaw,Rhianne,Sofia Buccheri & Natalie who helped make this episode possible; raising ADHD awareness and providing validation & information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: mental health struggles, medical negligence, overwhelm

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Episode 46: Celebrating Neurodiversity with Priyanka Patel Mar 14, 2023

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week and we have got the perfect blether for the occasion! The wonderful Priyanka Patel AKA @littlemiss_adhd_ hops aboard the late ADHD diagnosis roller coaster with us and alongside sharing her experience she also highlights how following our passions leads ADHDers to thrive. Her positivity is inspiring and this chinwag has helped reframe Laura’s perception of her achievements.
‘Quite often the focus is on the challenges rather than the many strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals, ever neurodivergent individual has a unique pattern of strengths and challenges. It is important to harness the strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals, this helps to build confidence and self-esteem, and ensures individuals are given the opportunity to flourish in their day-to-day’ - @neurodiversityweek
THANK YOU SO MUCH PRIYANKA, YOU ABSOLUTE LEGEND!
Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week!
WE CANNOT WAIT TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tickets for: Perth (Scotland), Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, London, Norwich available HERE!
If you've found this podcast helpful & are able, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! If you would prefer you can leave us a tip.
MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Dee Naylor,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir, Anna Byrom. Bodhi Del Mar, Ali Velo & Nikkie Wilsonwho have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: depression, anxiety, distress, mental health struggles, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, sexism and ageism, racial diagnosis barriers

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Episode 45: Embracing Equity & Too-Muchness Mar 07, 2023

It's International Women's Day (Wednesday 8th March) and also just a couple of days after our first ever live event! We reflect on the unbelievable premier of our Too Much Tour and this year's IWD theme 'Embracing Equity'.
Having just painted Aberdeen leopard print with our celebration of the neurodivergent community, and receiving the most INCREDIBLE REVIEW from reporter Jamie Saunderson of Aberdeen Live, we are on an absolute high!
MASSIVE THANKS to The Chester Hotel, Sam Brill (photo credit), Anti Wedding Wedding DJs, Nicole Nadler, Phionna McInnes, Honesty Aberdeen, Zoe Joanna Coaching, Tarot by Rihannon, Tiny Stages, Working Clasp, All The Discos, Claire, Kirsty & Big for helping us create the most incredible day ever! So much gratitude to everyone who came to see us, it was so incredible to meet you all!
WE CANNOT WAIT TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD! Tickets for: Perth (Scotland), Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Bristol, Truro, London, Norwich available HERE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Dee Naylor,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson,Kara,Georgia Ellis,Courtney D'Souza,Lynsey Hoskins,Tamzin Muir & Anna Byrom who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: Alcoholism

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Episode 44: The 'Too Much' Tour Special Feb 28, 2023

OUR FIRST EVER LIVE SHOW IS IN FOUR DAYS TIME! We utilise the little time we had by recording some of this on the road to Glasgow to see Dr James Brown talk: The Science of ADHD, IT WAS INCREDIBLE!
We reunite Team Weird with Phionna McInnes, who is joining us THIS SATURDAY 4th March at The Chester Hotel for the first date of The Too Much Tour!Phionna talks medication & relationships and her expertise in theatre with relaxed performances; how adapting to cater to all is neither possible nor fair. We've been guided by her wisdom, 'advise, don't adapt'.
We also chat to incredible DJ Mark, locals will know him as All Night Passion. He's joining us as Anti Wedding Wedding DJs to provide all the choons for our dopaminefest of too muchness!
Too Much Aberdeen also features Nicole Nadler, Radical Honesty Aberdeen's Rose Owen, amazing Zoe Joanna Coaching, and Tarot by Rihannon. Tour tickets available HERE
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Dee Naylor,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett,Elspeth Brown,Rosie Gee,Anj Cairns,Kayak Lady,Lindsay Knox,Gillian Blackall,A MacDonald,Brandi Cothran, Glitter,Flitter,Siobhan Campbell,Mo johnson & Cara who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!

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Episode 43: ADHD, Fatherhood & Self Care with Jacob Kelly Feb 21, 2023

You'll likely know Bristol's finest as @adhdfatheruk. The self proclaimed 'old hag of the ADHD online community', was diagnosed 20 years ago. Jacob created his platform to highlight, educate and inspire people about ADHD, as well as spotlighting positive ADHD figures and the power of ADHD representation.
Jacob very kindly invited us on an Insta LIVE interview back in December and we hit it off right away. We LOVE talking to this legend; so much so that we were recording this for over two hours and we could've blethered on longer!
Despite not being a newbie to the ADHD Diagnosis Rollercoaster, Jacob didn't start learning about ADHD and connecting with other ADHDers for many years. It's this, and prioritising self care that has taken him from surviving to thriving! We are taking his advice and hope you do too.
We're so grateful to Jacob for reaching out to us, and for volunteering his voice on the Podcast... and are SO EXCITED to have him join us for our Bristol Tour Date! Grab yourself a ticket HERE and tickets for our other dates HERE.
The working title of this episode was 'Jacob and his coat of many Adeles' in reference to his unique self care rituals. LOLS! We hope you enjoy this blether as much as we did and make moments of joy your priority! THANK YOU SO MUCH JACOB!
Check out The Anti-Ableist Media Coalition!
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TW: Suicide, Depression, Joseph and the amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

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Episode 42 : The Anti-Valentine's Day Special Feb 14, 2023

With ep. 42's release date falling on Valentine's Day, we decided to explore the date dedicated to romantic love through an ADHD lens, from our own perspectives, and share findings from far more reputable resources.
Valentine's Day ain't all roses, is it?! Whether you're single or attached; marrying societal pressures and ADHD can make for one hell of a toxic relationship!
Speaking of which, if you haven't already heard our deep dive into ADHD and 'Romantic' Relationships, have a listen to Episode 8.
In this blether we explore the growth that ADHD identification has brought. Our Dawny is no longer desperate to be liked on dates, and instead what matters is if she likes them! Similarly, Laura laments on previous performative behaviour... far more hopeless than romantic!
We talk a bit about sex, and it's so cringe I'm still wondering if we should cut that bit out! LOLS ...but we've purposely left the bit about Lily Allen's 'Womanizer' toy in, in the hope she might send us a couple! ;)
In all seriousness, Valentine's Day can be triggering, and statistics show that this day can hurt so many. We are so grateful for the brave and wise words of legends like Clementine Ford & Florence Given. We only wish we'd heard them sooner! But thank goodness, the time's they are a-changin'...
We've learnt the hard way that the most important relationship in life is the one you have with yourself, but self love isn't easy, and ADHD can make it even harder. If you are struggling to show yourself love, know that we are sending you all of ours! xx
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida,Sarah Newell,Ola Czarnecka,Rach Slatts,Callan, Rachael Riley,Derec Thompson, Leanne S,Laura Fleming,Clare Wilson,Michelle Corcoran,Dee Naylor,Samantha,Knowles-Owen,Kim Pierpoint,Sinéad McDermott,Amy Davies,Ceci,Kelsey Fehlberg,Katherine Wilkinson,Bee Wood,Lou Young,Alana Pignatiello,Elle Macpherson,Katharine Kaufman,Lorna Crowe,N.Scott,Suzanne Tanser,Philippa Pickering,Katy Smtih,Jenna King,Jacqueline McGeachie,Lynn McKenna McNally,Seonaid Macdonald,Jennifer Wilson,Roz King,Joanne Eccles,Rachel Stewart,Ali O'Connor,Lauren Mitchell,Claire Turner,Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson,Lizee Oliver,Allie Warren,Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell,Michelle Bellyou,Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi,Elizabeth O'Farrell,Nikol Dicheva,Yvonne Delaney,Ailish Lyall,Jody Ellen,Kerrie Challinor,Charlotte Holtom,Heesoo Lee,Nyki McKenzie,Ruth Lester,Kimi Wright,Rachel Williams,Sahra Zekiri,Lorna Lou,Ruth Berry,Karen McCullough,Chelsie Louise,Megan Lau,Kirsty Cassell,Susy Putnam,Jackie Allen,Helen Mcewan,Nic Hewitt,Sara Braid,Carly Taylor,Jen M,Adella Oconnor,Claire Protherough,Adella Louise,Reece English,Cara Aurora,Brittney Cook,Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman,Ally Rathbone,Jenny Jimenez,Evil Unthank,Daina Stinnett and Elspeth Brown who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: Toxic relationships, Narcissistic Abuse, Sex

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Bonus Blether: Charlotte Mellor Meecham Feb 12, 2023

Attracted to our rebellious and imperfect platform, the incredible artist Charlotte Mellor Meecham generously offered her @wispaworks illustration services for The Too Much Tour Artwork.
Charlotte Mellor Meecham has recently been diagnosed with combined type ADHD. In this Bonus Blether the talented creative jumps aboard the late diagnosis rollercoaster with us.
Though she has concerns about medication, she has seen really positive results.
Having battled an eating disorder and been diagnosed with the comorbities of anxiety and depression, the route cause was never identified. This sadly led Charlotte to alcohol abuse and a breakdown.
Finally armed with answers and a treatment plan in place, Charlotte is beginning a brand new chapter of her life in Portugal, where she is starting as a freelance illustrator.
If you want some incredible artwork get in touch with her; we SERIOUSLY can't sing her praises highly enough!
Charlotte is an absolute ledge! We loved chatting to her, and are so grateful for her incredible work and for having this insightful blether with us.
THANK YOU SO MUCH CHARLOTTE! xx
TW: Eating disorder, nervous breakdown, alcohol and drug addiction, medication

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ADHD DEBATE SUMMARY with Cat Owens Feb 08, 2023

The final ADHDAF Activism Extra episode of the month - we hope! In this quick bonus blether Disability Campaigner Cat Owens summarise the pros and cons of the ADHD & ASD Assessment parliamentary debate and we discuss our next steps.
MASSIVE THANK YOU to everyone who submitted the survey to inform the debate🙌Our followers made up 10%+ of those submitted!
GO ON LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! 🐆🧡
Though a marathon and not a sprint, and with many obstacles in our path; hearing our experiences shared in Parliament proves that we are indeed on the path to systemic change!
And in a week that has seen multiple ableist attacks in the media on the ADHD Community, it is encouraging to know that change is coming and together we are powerful‼️
More on the coalition we are forming to fight media ableism in our next ADHDAF Activism Extra next month!
TW: This episode contains mentions of suicide, mental health struggles, ableism and medical negligence

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Episode 41: Black Women have ADHD too, Abigail Agyei MBE Feb 07, 2023

Abigail Agyei is SOMETHING ELSE! This award-winning Senior Policy Advisor, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion and Neurodiversity Advocate has late diagnosed ADHD and Dyspraxia. Alongside being awarded MBE in 2022, she previously won the 2020 Civil Service Rising Star Award for her dedication to public service & amplifying the voices of ethnic minority people to create inclusive, safe and accountable culture. Give the woman a medal...actually, don't bother THE KING ALREADY DID! :)
Abigail is passionate about intersectional identities and raising Neurodiversity Awareness, especially in Black girls/Women who are mis/underdiagnosed due to gaps in addressing Black women’s needs in healthcare and the cultural pressures and expectations of Black women.
In the Top 50 Most Influential Neurodivergent Women by Women Beyond the Box, she recently did a Tedx on ADHD in Black Women. THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing your late ADHD Diagnosis story Abigail, YOU TOTAL LEGEND!
We've been interviewed on Untangled and Mindvox Podcasts! Have a listen, and check out Hannah Huxford's new ADHD Book and song!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Margarida, Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach Slatts, Callan, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Leanne S, Laura Fleming, Clare Wilson, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Ceci, Kelsey Fehlberg, Katherine Wilkinson, Bee Wood, Lou Young, Alana Pignatiello, Elle Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N.Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Philippa Pickering, Katy Smtih, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie,
Lynn McKenna McNally, Seonaid Macdonald, Jennifer Wilson, Roz King, Joanne Eccles, Rachel Stewart, Ali O'Connor, Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner,
Ani Kemsley, Amanda Thomson, Lizee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie-Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi, Elizabeth O'Farrell, Nikol Dicheva, Yvonne Delaney, Ailish Lyall, Jody Ellen, Kerrie Challinor, Charlotte Holtom,
Heesoo Lee, Nyki McKenzie, Ruth Lester, Kimi Wright, Rachel Williams, Sahra Zekiri, Lorna Lou, Ruth Berry, Karen McCullough, Chelsie Louise, Megan Lau, Kirsty Cassell,
Susy Putnam, Jackie Allen, Helen Mcewan, Nic Hewitt, Sara Braid, Carly Taylor, Jen M, Adella Oconnor, Claire Protherough, Adella Louise, Reece English, Cara Aurora,
Brittney Cook, Claire Dowling and Molly Gladman who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: Medication, late diagnosis, relationship struggles, misdiagnosed/undiagnosed ADHD due to race & gender inequality.

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ADHDAF ACTIVISM EXTRA with Cat Owens Feb 01, 2023

A second ADHDAF Activist extra episode ahead of the Parliamentary debate next Monday - 06.02.23
We understand only too well the feelings of disillusionment and disempowerment after our life long struggles and being failed by the system. But RIGHT NOW WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Yes, The petitions and survey are closed; BUT… all you need to do is tap this link: https://tr.ee/XjsY7Mdgy3
then simply download and add your details and email it to your MP. There is even a link in the document to help you find who to contact and how! The INCREDIBLE Cat Owens from our Patreon Communityhas created a template letter to send to your MP, she's done the hard work so we don't have to. THANK YOU SO MUCH CAT!
YOU CAN HELP CHANGE THIS BROKEN SYSTEM IN JUST A FEW MINUTES.
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY ASSEMBLE!
Trigger warning, strong language, mental health struggles, drugs, sexism, ableism, misdiagnosis, criminality

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Episode 40: The Non-cisgender & ADHD overlap with Katie Harrison Jan 31, 2023

Non-binary neurodivergent counsellor Katie Harrison LPC, based in Misouri is a total ledge! Their unique perpective as all of the above enables Katie to identify neurodvergence in clients the world over. Please note, that identification is not the same as diagnosis! Once identified, Katie helps clients navigate the adult ADHD diagnosis process in their country. Which comes with added difficulties when you are non-cisgendered.

It's been said that ADHDers are highly intuitive, Katie argues that the so called ‘intuition’ of people who are Assigned Female At Birth; especially those with late diagnosed ADHD is actually due to hyper-vigilance; a trauma response.

Gender is a social construct, and in this insightful episode Katie shares a link between the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergence that their work has uncovered.
Katie was pushed outside of the classroom, which made them feel unacceptable to society. This lead to not being defined by social constructs… existing on the parameters of society.

THANK YOU to the AMAZING Katie Harrison LPC for educating us and sharing their late ADHD diagnosis journey!
We used our Wake Up with ADHDAF Morning Body Doubling Session to record the intros and outros of this very special episode.
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Claire Turner, Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Lou Young, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Elizabeth O'Farrell, Heesoo Lee, Ruth Lester, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie- Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi, Nicol Dicheva, Yvonne Delaney, Ailish, Kerrie Challinor, Charlotte Holtom, Nyki McKenzie, Kimi Wright, Rachel Williams, Sahra Zekiri, Lorna Kerr, Ruth Berry, Jody Ellen, Karen McCullough, Chelsie Louise, Megan Lau, Kirsty Cassell, Susy Putnam, Jackie Allen, Sara Braid, Kerry, Nikol Dicheva, Adella O’Connor, Claire Protherough, Margarida, Cara Yatteau Baker, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: Strong language, drugs, depression, anxiety, misdiagnosis, medical negligence, self harm, gaslighting, abusive relationships eating disorders, mental health struggles, substance abuse.

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Episode 39: ADHD, Medication & Activism Jan 24, 2023

Dawn started ADHD Medication last month! in this episode we discuss her experience of Titration so far and look back at Laura's, which began ten months prior. As ever, our experiences are entirely different, and we were both prescribed different medication.
We then dive into the topic of ADHD Activism. We unmask our true intentions of ADHDAF. Nine months ago we cautiously dipped our toes in (THANKS RSD!) but we are finally brave enough to tell the full story and what led us to treading carefully.
As discussed in the Emergency Bonus Blether; what we are doing here is 'ADHD Activism in action' - Cat Owens, We Are ADHDAF Community member.
The legendary Cat has given us the confidence to really push the survey which will inform ADHD & ASD Diagnosis parliamentary debate on 6th Feb.
PLEASE TAP HERE TO ANSWER THE SURVEY!
The petitions are closed but YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE with the survey, THE DEADLINE IS TOMORROW! Wednesday 25th Jan 10am!
Cat has also written a template MP letter which you can download and add your details to, with a link to find out who to send it to and how. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE TAP HERE, WE CAN CHANGE THE SYSTEM!
We go onto talk about our new ADHDAF Apparrel, and the first date of our TOO MUCH TOUR! How amazing is this illustration for the Tour by @wispaworks
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Claire Turner, Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Lou Young, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Elizabeth O'Farrell, Heesoo Lee, Ruth Lester, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie- Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi, Nicol Dicheva, Yvonne Delaney, Ailish, Kerrie Challinor, Charlotte Holtom, Nyki McKenzie, Kimi Wright, Rachel Williams, Sahra Zekiri, Lorna Kerr, Ruth Berry, Jody Ellen, Karen McCullough, Chelsie Louise, Megan Lau, Kirsty Cassell, Susy Putnam, Jackie Allen, Sara Braid, Kerry, Nikol Dicheva, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
TW: Strong language, drugs, depression, anxiety, jail,

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT! An EMERGENCY Bonus Blether with Cat Owens Jan 23, 2023

THIS IS NOT A DRILL! We are all directly affected by the ADHD Diagnosis crisis.
We find ourselves at a crucial turning point RIGHT NOW!
PLEASE LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IMMEDIATELY!
We understand only too well the feelings of disillusionment and disempowerment after our life long struggles and being failed by the system. But RIGHT NOW WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Each and every one of us has the power to change the system, BUT YOU MUST ACT NOW! All you have to do is tap this link and answer a few questions: https://tr.ee/048BcvFOl7
Please read the questions carefully as some are misleading.
Yes, The petitions listed are closed; BUT simply answer the survey/questionnaire and your answers will help inform parliamentary debate taking place 6th Feb which will effect the ADHD diagnosis process!
THE DEADLINE IS THIS WEDNESDAY! IT TRULY IS AN EMERGENCY!
NEXT...All you need to do is tap this link: https://tr.ee/XjsY7Mdgy3
then download and add your details and email it to your MP. There is even a link in the document to help you find who to contact and how!The INCREDIBLE Cat Owens from our Patreon Community has created a template letter to send to your MP, she's done the hard work so we don't have to. THANK YOU SO MUCH CAT!
YOU CAN HELP CHANGE THIS BROKEN SYSTEM IN JUST A FEW MINUTES!
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO IT! N O W!
WE NEED CHANGE AND THIS IS OUR MOMENT TO BE HEARD!
LEOPARD PRINT ARMY ASSEMBLE!
Please share this episode and this post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cntwfb3qB7z/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
WE HAVE ONLY GOT UNTIL WEDNESDAY TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN!

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Episode 38: ADHD, Humour and Personal Relationships with Merrill Davis Jan 17, 2023

After last week's tear jerker, be prepared to cry again, but this time with laughter! LA based Comedian/Actor Merril Davis, originally from Miami, is one of the funniest people we have had the absolute pleasure to interview!
Like us, Merrill basically has a neon flashing ADHDAF sign on her forehead, and is as perplexed as we are as to how they all went unnoticed. Alongside the words that haunt our dreams such as 'could try harder', or 'you're too much'; we discovered Merrill through another one of 'those phrases'... Merril 'means well'.
This was the title of her incredible standup show at The Edinburgh Fringe last year, in which she shared her experiences of undiagnosed ADHD in 19 shows to rave reviews. She connected with many late diagnosed ADHDers who felt validated by her humour and unapologetic unmasking.
Merrill was labelled 'slow' in convent school, but unstructured college life was when her struggles really surfaced. Back to back job sackings, twice by her own father! Her ADHD symptoms even led to a one night stay in jail.
She discovered a therapist who immediately pointed out the obvious in 2016 and was diagnosed with Combined Type ADHD.
Merrill is happy to finally have 'the magic potion' to help her manage life better. At times she even feels positive about having ADHD; but then come low moments when she feels heartbroken by the time and friendships lost to ADHD tax.
This interview is the perfect episode for Blue Monday week; Merrill made our faces hurt with laughter whilst helping heal our wounds with validation! THANK YOU SO MUCH MERRILL, YOU ABSOLUTE LEGEND!
ENJOY! xx
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TW: This Episode contains mentions of bereavement, grief, depression, anxiety, criminality, DUI and violence (in jest) and contains strong language
Photo credit: Phil Provencio (we think)

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Episode 37: Laura, one year on from ADHD diagnosis Jan 10, 2023

In this episode we explore where Laura is up to on the late ADHD diagnosis roller coaster and reflect on a monumental year since her diagnosis; that saw the start of a brand new chapter of her life.
At dawn, the day after being diagnosed with ADHD, Laura realised that her lifelong problems were not her fault. It suddenly dawned on her that she no longer needed to hate and chastise herself. This was the dawn of a new era; which saw her start this podcast... with Dawn :)
But what was the motivation behind becoming an ADHD activist? Sadly, a tragic chain of events which have impacted how Laura views the world and her place in it. Whilst navigating the grief cycle of late ADHD diagnosis, she has also been dealing with bereavement and devastating news. She questions if perhaps some of the emotional dysregulation and RSD are just sadness due to bereavement. Grief hits different for neurodivergents; and for someone finally aware of their serious time blindness; is it any wonder that she constantly hears the clock ticking?
BUT it isn't all gloom and doom! Armed with the answers to her struggles and having responded very well to ADHD medication; Laura has had an INCREDIBLE year! She has overcome the anger that she feared would never shift and is hopeful that ADHD coaching and therapy will improve her life further...meaning that she might actually be able to rest at some point! :)
If you are suffering with grief, you are not alone. You can reach out to the likes of: The Good Grief Trust, Macmillan Bereaved Family & Friends Forum & Sue Ryder Bereavement Support
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TW: This Episode contains mentions of bereavement, grief, cancer, depression, anxiety, suicide and contains strong language

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Episode 36: ADHD, Motherhood, Menopause & Chronic Pain with Claire Jacobs Jan 03, 2023

Happy New Year!
New year, new you? Us neither! ;)
We are so excited to share this incredible blether with a legendary lady for our first episode of 2023!
If you haven’t already heard of Single Parent Pessimist Blogger, Claire or listened to her incredible Mind Vox Podcast, you need to remedy that… but not until you’ve listened to her story here first of course! :)
Claire was diagnosed (albeit rather vaguely?!) in 2022, she also identifies strongly with autism. Having blogged for a decade about her experiences as a single parent, the pandemic inspired Claire to create Mind Vox Podcast to raise mental health awareness. Claire’s ADHD, paired with her experiences have led to injustice sensitivity coursing through her veins. A self proclaimed chronic pain warrior, we are in absolute awe of this warrior woman! Don’t let the name fool you, this pessimist blew us away with her positive reflections on ADHD!
As informative as it is inspirational, we are sure you’ll love this blether! THANK YOU SO MUCH CLAIRE!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie- Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Katharina Rodda,Eleni Manesiotis, Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi, Nicol Dicheva, Yvonne Delaney, & Ailish, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger warning: Depression, Suicidal thoughts, mental health struggles

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Episode 35: The Most ADHD Things We’ve done this Year! Dec 27, 2022

It’s the last episode of 2022, so we are celebrating our most popular creation: ‘the most ADHD thing’ and sharing YOUR most ADHD things of this year!
We conclude by revealing the most ADHD thing WE’VE done this year… and some very ambitious plans for 2023! (All in the name of accountability…ie, we’ve said it now, so we have to do it!)
We created the concept of ‘most ADHD thing’ to act as the ultimate shame eradicator. For us, these daily mishaps can often feel like ‘if we didn’t laugh we’d cry’, so we really appreciate all of you for getting onboard with sharing yours in our weekly socials posts. An act of camaraderie; pulling the community together! We are all in the same boat, doing similar things and are all here to support each other!
This is a funny episode, perfect fodder for that week in the year when even neurotypicals don’t know what day it is! The mishaps are categorised but left anonymous, with one particular listener providing much amusement with eventful happenings and hospital ward moonwalkings! Go on girl!
Alongside announcing a new segment for the new year, we conclude with massive 2023 plans and our biggest mess up of 2022! Lols!
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MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie- Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Katharina Rodda,Eleni Manesiotis, Olivia Dyer, Gurjit Thandi, Nicol Dicheva, Yvonne Delaney, & Ailish, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!

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Episode 34: The ADHD AF Christmas Special Dec 20, 2022

We're gonna have a party tonight... there's some very special surprises at the end of this episode!
It's both our first Christmas' diagnosed with ADHD; finally having the answers to our lifelong struggles. Will we be able to keep our masks off instead of performing for everyone else?! We'll let you know!
(TW) Here's one for a Christmas cracker -
What do you get when you mix Christmas time with people pleasing tendencies, an inability to manage finances, time blindness, forgetfulness, task paralysis, procrastination, disorganisation, emotional dysregulation, grief, family conflict, trauma, perfectionism, indecision, object/person impermanence, impulsivity, rejection sensitive dysphoria, domestic anxiety, a tendency to leave things to the very last minute, and family, friends and societal pressure?
BURNOUT! ...Funny if it wasn't so true!
Christmas leaves Laura in semi constant nostalgic tears; triggered by everything from Bowie & Bing to Boy George, brass bands and Bill Murray! Despite a childhood spent not believing in Father Christmas, at the age of 39, the magic in the air on Christmas Eve tempts her to check the skies for Santa's sleigh. ADHDer contradictions hey!
Dawn divulges a sentiment shared by many that are single and without children, she finds festive joy in the excitement of her young Nieces. It will be Dawn's first sober Christmas, having been inspired by last week's guest @notsosecretlysober
Anybody else have an irrational hatred of Doctor Who?! Oh, and here's the sexy cake of dreams recipe by Nige!
If it's common for you to have a Christmas meltdown and end the festive period exhausted; check out our ADHD hacks for avoiding Christmas Burnout
If in need call Samaritans
All we want for Christmas is YOU... If you've found this podcast helpful & are in a position to do so, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! If you would prefer you can leave us a tip.
MASSIVE thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Christie Maxted, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver, Allie Warren, Nicola Mackenzie- Cracknell, Michelle Bellyou, Katharina Rodda,Eleni Manesiotis, & Olivia Dyer, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!

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Episode 33: ADHD, Alcohol Abuse & Spontaneous Sobriety with Siobhan O'Connor Dec 13, 2022

Siobhan O'Connor - @notsosecretlysober was diagnosed with ADHD in May of this year, at 32 in Manchester. In this inspirational blether, she shares her battles to overcome the ADHD comorbidities of alchohol and drug abuse; and concludes with her top tips for a Sober Christmas!
Historically, Siobhan felt pride in being 'the last person standing' at parties. Though she didn't drink everyday, when she did, her binge drinking was so extreme that she ended up being hospitalised on multiple occasions! Getting blackout drunk exacerbated her ADHD trait of risk taking behaviour. The terrifying situations Siobhan found herself in, in the name of 'fun', were no laughing matter!
Prior to four years ago, Siobhan LOVED drinking! It was her whole identity(!) and led her to taking recreational drugs, and in turn into dangerous situations and debt. Reading Russell Brand's Recovery, inspired a year off the sauce... she has never looked back! Siobhan has a BRILLIANTLY names Social Media Management company: @ousaucedmedia - get it! :)
Dawn felt so inspired by Siobhan's story, she has decided this will be her first ever sober Christmas... and who knows what 2023 will bring!
Don't feel pressured to drink alcohol at Christmas! Alcohol can affect ADHD brains differently; as discussed in our previous episode: ADHD Vs Alcohol
If you feel you are not in control of drinking or any other recreational behaviours, please reach out, there is help out there! For eg: Drink Aware, Alcohol Change, & Turning Point
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A massive thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Christie Maxted, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, Amanda Thomson, Lizzee Oliver & Allie Warren, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger Warning: contains swearing, mentions of mental health struggles, family bereavement, drugs and alcohol

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Bonus Blether: Dawn’s finally diagnosed ADHDAF! Dec 12, 2022

The Episode we’ve wanted to create for the last seven months! As time has dragged on the weight of living in limbo has felt heavier and heavier. Finally, with the help of generous ADHDAF listener donations, Dawn has her ADHD Diagnosis! WE CAN’T SAY THANK YOU ENOUGH!
In this EXTRA SPECIAL Bonus Blether, Dawn shares her diagnosis ‘journey’ from start to finish. Including a recap of her horrendous NHS ADHD Assessment ordeal, pre confirming private diagnosis shared care with her GP, the time scale and costs involved. Also the outcome; the breakdown of her Combined Type ADHD Diagnosis, and the next steps, and treatment plan.
We also deep dive into our speciality - how it all FEELS on this next stop on the late ADHD diagnosis roller coaster. Thankfully there’s no need to quit the podcast or have her tattoo removed; Dawn is officially ADHDAF!
Thank you so much to everyone who made this possible, your support has had a life-changing outcome. To end this year with the answers and a plan in place for treatment is A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE!
We want to acknowledge that many of our listeners will still be in ADHD diagnosis limbo on long waiting lists. Our hearts go out to you all. You are the very reason why we keep fighting to raise ADHD Awareness, with hopes to influence systemic change!
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A massive thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Christie Maxted, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, Amanda Thomson & Lizzee Oliver, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger Warning: contains swearing, mentions of mental health struggles, emotional distress, medication, self doubt & imposter syndrome.
Photo Credit: Sam Brill
Dawn wears: ADHDAF X Working Clasp Necklace

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Bonus Blether: ADHD, Conflict, Reconciliation & All The Discos Dec 08, 2022

We are so excited to share this very special bonus blether with a very special person in Laura’s life; who has become a very special person to ADHDAF!
Introducing the legendary Steph Thompson, creator of All The Discos handmade accessories; including our collaborative ADHDAF X All The Discos Bolt Earrings, Leopard Print Tree Decorations and Disco Party Capes.
Laura & Steph were thick as thieves from aged 11, until that wrecking ball of ADHD swung in and destroyed 20 years of friendship! Laura’s masking caused serious miscommunication and conflict to devastating consequences. The once best friends didn’t speak for over two years!
Despite masking to protect herself, hiding who she was and all that she was suffering was the very thing that kept her from safety. Even with the very best of intentions, lying can cause great pain.
After finally reuniting and being brave enough to tell the whole horrible truth behind the facade, the foes were friends once more.
This is a story of hope for the great many ADHDers who struggle to maintain friendships and often find themselves in conflict. With honest communication and compassion, even the deepest of wounds can be healed.
Two women who thought they would never be in the same room together now work together on two businesses, speaking every single day, and are now closer than ever. ADHD AWARENESS CHANGES LIVES!
Steph is neurotypical, and believes EVERYONE should listen to this podcast in order to understand the neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 1 in 40 adults and to help the fight for systemic change!
ALL HAIL THE QUEEN OF KARAOKE AND ALL THE DISCOS! Thank you so much Steph for all of your support and for your incredible creations!
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A massive thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Christie Maxted, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire and Amanda Thomson who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger Warning: contains swearing, mentions of mental health struggles, conflict and emotional distress

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Episode 32: ‘This Might Help ADHD’ Dec 06, 2022

We are so excited to share this blether with our favourite ADHD content creator! This Might Help ADHD creates such incredible social media posts that we share so much of her work, it's bordering on plagiarism! :) This Melbourne based writer got diagnosed at the start of the year; here she jumps onboard the late ADHD diagnosis roller coaster with us all the way from down under.
sharing content to spark conversation, to raise ADHD Awareness and to be a voice for those that can struggle to articulate the ADHD experience. Her words perfectly encapsulate what it feels like to have ADHD, and she uses @this_might_help_adhd to defend and support ADHDers with her informative and validating posts. This legendary lady literally hits the nail on the head every single time! WE BLOODY LOVE HER!!!

Alongside sharing her experiences, she talks about the validation that diagnosis brings. Though she can appreciate that the process was a lot more straightforward for her in Australia than for many in the UK, (ourselves included) her message is that ADHD Diagnosis at any age is life changing, invaluable and in many cases life saving!
Just like us, a late ADHD diagnosis, and discovering how the neurodevelopmental condition can be viewed in society, and the systems around it, hasn’t just changed her life... raising ADHD awareness has become her life purpose!

As a Mother, she carries guilt and concerns about passing on ADHD to her children. She has created her incredible platform to make the world a better place for ADHDers of future generations. We absolutely adore her concept of creating an ADHD statement available on thismighthelpadhd.com: Including firm, confident and clear statements that can help get your point across in the workplace, to the Dr and to ADHD deniers. To arm ADHDers with meaningful ways to calmly defend ADHD when it’s spoken about in a hurtful or misinformed way.
Seriously, the woman is a LEGEND; THANK YOU SO MUCH ADELE!
If you've found this podcast helpful and you are in a position to do so, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! Or if you would prefer you can leave us a tip.
A massive thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, Christie Maxted, Ali O'Connor, Rachel Stewart, Meet Lauren Mitchell, Claire Turner, Katie Enstone, Lauren Bullen, Annmarie Kemsley, Cclaire, who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger Warning: Swearing, mental health struggles, ADHD struggles, Parental guilt, anxiety, depression. suicide

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Episode 31: Hana Walker-Brown - ADHD, Misdiagnosis & Forgiveness Nov 29, 2022

Thunder bolts and lightning, very very…frustrating! This episode is proof that three women failed by the system uniting really can cause a storm!
Alongside being an award-winning Documentary Maker, Creative Director, Author, and Yoga Instructor, Hana Walker- Brown also has the patience of a Saint! This legendary lady persevered with this absolutely chaotic episode in which we battled the elements. A terrible storm caused internet problems, with Dawn getting booted off Zoom multiple times! There are a lot of stops and starts (hence slightly longer length) and a fair few really irritating Discord notification noises - too quiet for Laura to notice with her hearing problems, but loud enough to be picked up on the recording - APOLOGIES! At least it shows that our ‘We are ADHDAF’ Community Platform is popping! :D
Never has there been such a catastrophic and brilliant interview! As contradictory as the traits of ADHD and Autism; both of which Hana signified in her neurodivergent screening process. Diagnosed with ADHD at 31; she may pursue an Autism assessment in the future once the first diagnosis has sunk in.
Like so many of us, Hana is extremely hard on herself. At university, she had such extreme burnout, she was hospitalised! Misdiagnosed and prescribed anxiety and depression meds time and time again. Through raised awareness, she finally recognised her struggles as ADHD symptoms, only to be dismissed by her GP who stated, ‘a lot of women think they have this!’
If you are listening lady - SHAME ON YOU! Hana has been waiting two years for NHS ADHD therapy.
This episode is rammed full of insight, pearls, camaraderie, compassion and validation. So do follow the wonderful Hana’s lead and persevere with this slightly disjointed conversation. It truly is a special one! From at first viewing ADHD as her Superpower to then her kryptonite and now finding self forgiveness. This is one hell of a ride... Enjoy!
THANK YOU SO MUCH HANA! We hope to join forces again and cause more storms very soon!
If you've found this podcast helpful and you are in a position to do so, please help us continue to help others by joining our Community. Packages include: vlogs, blogs, live blethers, body doubling and all the chats! Or if you would prefer you can leave us a tip.
A massive thank you to our Patreon pledgers! With more supoport we will be able to continue producing ADHD As Females. In particular a massive thank you to our Gold Tier Patrons: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan Davy, Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne Smith, Clare Hale, Amy Gramham, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Cecilia Leslie, Angela Curtis, Kelsey Fehlberg, Kate Wilkinson, Rochelle Fyander, Alana Pinatiello, Eleanor Macpherson, Katharine Kaufman, Lorna Crowe, N. Scott, Suzanne Tanser, Marianne Stevens, Philippa Pickering, Kate Smith, Jenna King, Jacqueline McGeachie, Lynn McKenna, Bee Wood, Jennifer Wilson, Seonaid Macdonald, Manar, Roz King, Helen McCann, Joanne Eccles, Eleanor Campen, & Christie Maxted who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it. JOIN US!
Trigger Warning: Strong language, mental health struggles, depression, anxiety, misdiagnosis misogyny, self loathing, ulcers ;)
Photo credit: @lizseabrook

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Episode 30: Mrs ADHD, Late Diagnosis, Pole Dancing and Sex Nov 22, 2022

You will likely already have heard of the wonderful Sam Brown, aka Mrs ADHD.
Whether you have or not, you are in for a right treat! Sam is a regular Co-host of The ADHD Adults Podcast. She is on the Board of Trustees of the charity ADHD Adult UK, and she is married to the legendary Professor James Brown from Episode 5; who incidentally, was the first to point out that Sam is ADHDAF!
We are so very grateful to Sam for hopping aboard the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster with us for one hell of a ride!
This blether has been months in the planning, but the three of us are so disorganised, it's taken this long to get together! Even then, it almost didn't happen! Sam forgot, AND then Laura forgot to do the groundwork to focus on Pole dancing. So this isn't exactly the episode we had 'planned', but we are so happy we finally caught up with Sam! This chaotic chinwag is an absolute joy.... just like the lady herself!
@_mrs_adhd_ radiates infectious joy! Which is why it's hard to imagine she suffers an irrational fear that she's about to be sacked, and has held such a low opinion of herself! At 45(possibly) she feels like a six year old, who only wants to play and be upside down. A form of stimming, which Dawn and I both did as children. This love of being upside down has led Sam to a passion for pole dancing.
Alongside a lot of laughs, and hardcore relatable feelings; Sam shares some insight into the Right to Choose option with Psychiatry UK (unfortunately not available in Scotland). She also talks about sex.
Entirely unplanned, Sam divulges that undiagnosed ADHD effected her sex life prior to meeting the love of her life. In investigating sex as a topic for an upcoming episode, we discovered two main camps in experiences. Sam shares one of these; infidelity in her youth. So just to make sure nobody gets the wrong impression(!) her pattern of being unfaithful to partners is HISTORICAL! Way before she met James(!) the couple are VERY happily married, and their ADHD diagnoses (and the unmasking that entails) has made their already rock solid relationship even stronger!
When we recorded, Sam was only 2 days into titration, and was yet to feel any effects of the low dose of ADHD medication prescribed. We will catch up with Sam at a later date to hear her progress, and we really look forward to speaking to this absolute legend again! THANK YOU SO MUCH SAM!
Also a MASSIVE THANK YOU to our Patrons! After months of persuasion, we finally mustered the bravery to set up a Patreon. As ADHDAF has grown rapidly, we have had to reluctantly admit that it has become unmanageable, and have been forced to ask for help in order to continue creating this podcast. If our podcast has helped you; we are asking that (if you are able) you help us via a monthly pledge; which will enable us to continue helping others. So BIG LOVE & SERIOUS GRATITUDE to all that have signed up to support us; and in particular to our Gold Tier Members: Sarah Newell, Ola Czarnecka, Rach, Callan,Rachael Riley, Derec Thompson, Anne Barrow, Leanne S, Clare, Amy, Liesel McDonald, Michelle Corcoran, Dee Naylor, Samantha Knowles-Owen, Kim Pierpoint, Sinéad McDermott, Amy Davies, Ceci, & Angela Curtis - who have helped make this episode happen; raising much needed ADHD awareness and providing validation and information to those who desperately need it.
Though we can no longer provide a messaging service; with enough Patreon pledges, the Podcast and socials will continue, and we can chat to listeners on our We Are ADHDAF Community Platform. JOIN US!

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BONUS BLETHER with Rebecca Cowley of Working Clasp Nov 17, 2022

This EXTRA SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE is a wee blether in which we hear the ADHD journey of Rebecca Cowley; the incredibly talented creator of our ADHDAF X Working Clasp collaborative jewellery collection.
Rebecca contacted us at the start of August, when our listeners began requesting ADHDAF merchandise. We had put a poll on our stories asking what they would like, when Rebecca slid into our DMs offering us the gift of DOPAMINE!
She very kindly gifted us her handmade Dopamine Molecule Collection as a thank you for creating the podcast she had been hyper-focusing on whilst investigating ADHD as a potential diagnosis for her Sister. It was through us sharing on the podcast how our ADHD presents very differently from one another that led Rebecca to the discovery that she too has ADHD!
Rebecca also sent us a surprise ADHDAF Brooch and Necklace; a prototype for the merchandise we sell on our online store. We were so excited and in love with her creations that we set to work putting our heads together to create this kitsch and fabulous collection of 'VISUAL DOPAMINE'
The motivation behind Rebecca's desire to collaborate with us, is that she has always wanted to do something to help her Sister, who is an inspiration to Rebecca - with her out-there style, personality and bravery. The loud, colourful, fun and fearless pieces from this collection are a representation of all that Rebecca admires in her Sister.
Her vision for the jewellery from this exclusive collaboration is that each piece is a talking point, to grab attention and to keep the conversation going in order to raise awareness - a visual representation of our podcast(!) and a beacon of bravery and authenticity; to help the wearer to take off their mask! We love the collection and everything it represents SO much!
That said, we can appreciate that much like our style of social media - this collection will not be for everyone! We had a negative comment on one of the promotional posts; which in part we feel was likely due to an albeit clever(!) very 'intense' phrase. Said post was designed to kill multiple birds with one stone by mocking the idea of ADHD being trendy, and therefore raising awareness; whilst also marketing the merchandise and our ADHD awareness raising podcast.
We decided that rather than putting ourselves through a gruelling 24 hours of RSD with a story poll, we would address the concerns raised on the podcast, to explain our stance and reassure all of our intentions. We work day and night for the cause. This podcast and the ADHD community are quite literally our purpose. We will continue to dedicate our lives to raising awareness with a view to inspire systemic change and help other ADHDers to the very best of our abilities.
Thank you so much to.... what's her name again?! ;) ;) - the INCREDIBLE and talented legend Rebecca for this blether, her creations, and for being a valued member of the ADHDAF Family!
If you would like to make a donation to Dawn's diagnosis you can do so here: https://buymeacoffee.com/adhdasfemales
We really REALLY appreciate your support
BIG LOVE
L & D xx
Trigger Warning: Strong language and mental health and struggles

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Episode 29: Riona O Connor - ADHD, Gatekeeping, Intrusive Thoughts and IKEA Instructions Nov 15, 2022

A massive thank you to Riona O Connor for sharing her very fresh ADHD diagnosis journey with us!
If you haven’t already heard of Ireland’s finest, Riona is an actor; who prior to Motherhood performed in the West End. Finding theatre schedules too demanding once starting a family, she scratched her performing itch by creating comedic content on her social media platform, for which she has gained an enormous following: @rionaoconnor_
Alongside her content creation, and comedy songwriting {check out her album: The Brightside} Riona is also a voiceover artist.
With her gorgeous County Kerry accent, you can instantly hear why this legend of a lady would be paid to speak!
Riona jumped onboard the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster in March of this year, after divulging her inability to read and follow Ikea instructions pamphlets to a Teacher friend, who suggested she consider the neurodevelopmental disorder as the cause.
Missed up until the age of 40 due to masking from a young age and that old ADHD stereotype conflicting with ‘not having a hyperactive bone in her body.’
There are three things in particular that we particularly LOVE about this episode; firstly, the way that Riona discovered her neurodivergence. With ableist media like THAT Guardian article mocking ADHD as a trend and invalidating conversations about ADHD with non doctors; it’s important to note, that unknown masking pros like the three of us found out and sought diagnosis after divulging seemingly trivial symptoms in chats with clued-up friends. Secondly, Riona’s very unique answer to what she would change about the ADHD diagnostic process. Thirdly, we fully agree that the word lazy needs to get right in the bin!
Finally, we just love Riona, and we know you will too. OK, that’s four, but dyscalculia! :)
We are so incredibly grateful to this absolute LEGEND for sharing her Inattentive ADHD diagnosis story with us. Not only is she an absolute joy to blether with; so much of what she says resonates hard, and she shares some absolute pearls to treasure too. THANK YOU SO MUCH RIONA!
We look forward to sharing our next chapter with you in the coming days when we've recovered from the lurgy. In the meantime, if you haven't already, you can enter our giveaway to WIN an ADHDAF X All The Discos Festive Bundle on Instagram
Finally, if you have enjoyed this episode, we would love you to make a donation to our Buy Me a Coffee Page
Big love
L & D X
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode features strong language and topics that some may find disturbing. Such as mental health issues, low self worth/self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, and family struggles.

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Episode 28: ADHD, Media Ableism, Burnout and Depression Nov 08, 2022

Our late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster ride is currently in a trough. But despite us both finding ourselves in the midst of a bit of a depressive episode, this is not a depressing episode!
We kick off with some ranting about the appalling Guardian article that has left the ADHD community feeling like the butt of a very bad joke. Thank you to everyone who has shared our open letter to The Guardian. Here's a link if you've not seen it and would like to encourage an apology: https://www.instagram.com/p/CkiaofRqKub/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
We are very happy to be reunited, and sharing our first blether with just the two of us in three weeks. It's taken Laura going on holiday to realise that she had been existing in a constant state of burnout for the last six months, and that she had gotten into the habit of equating her self-worth to her ridiculous and unsustainable productivity level.
Meanwhile, whilst Dawn was left steering the ship solo she came to the realisation that depression has crept in. Feeling as though everything is on top of her; the way ADHD presents for her being that she doesn't feel her emotions until they are at breaking point.
The VERY good news is that Dawn FINALLY has a date for her private ADHD assessment, and it is SOON! Monday 14th November, and we hope that this date is THE date! We will be doing a special episode sharing her experience, which will hopefully be a lot more positive than the last, with Dawn finally getting the answers she has waited so long for.
Dawn wanted to share the NHS ADHD diagnosis experience on the podcast and therefore (unnecessarily!) feels some guilt about going down the private route. But it really is essential for her mental health that she starts receiving the treatment and support that she desperately needs. She is so incredibly grateful to you all for your donations, enabling her to go private, which she otherwise wouldn't have been able to do, so a MASSIVE THANK YOU to all who have donated!
If you would like to make a donation to Dawn's assessment, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/adhdasfemales
We have come to the realisation that how we are currently doing things just isn't working. We want to provide a better service in which we don't lose messages due to the sheer volume we receive daily, and we want to be able to do MORE! More activism, more connection. So we are going to be starting a community platform. We believe that in creating this we can do better work and be able to continue ADHD As Females, which in it's current form - despite all the will in the world - has become unmanageable. We look forward to sharing our new chapter with you next week.
As ever we are so grateful for your support and encouragement and are in awe of the ADHD online community. We really are all in this together!
Trigger Warning*
This episode features strong language and some topics that some might find distressing, such as: depression, grief, bereavement, ableism, mental health struggles , suicide, addiction, eating disorders

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Episode 27 - ADHD Babes: Vivienne Isebor & Shauna Campbell Nov 01, 2022

We are so grateful to ADHD Babes for joining us on the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster, and so excited to share this insightful interview with two
absolute mega babes!
ADHD Babes founder Vivienne Isebor & Podcast Producer Shauna Campbell share their late ADHD diagnosis stories and the work of their incredible Community Group for Black Women & Non-Binary people with ADHD.
Us newly ‘diagnosed’ neurodivergent neighbours are on a mission to raise much needed awareness about ADHD! But we are not experts(!) and can only share our experiences; therefore we invite others along to educate us. Viv & Shauna do exactly that, in sharing their perspective and the work of their group, ‘born out of necessity due to the lack of support and resources in Adult ADHD services, especially when considering the marginalisation of groups and the lack of representation for Black Women and Non-Binary people.’
In their podcast, The ADHD Babes invite you to walk with them in their journey of learning about our wonderful brains and all the things that come with living in a world where you have to manage multiple intersectionality's.
ADHD babes is an open space for anyone who's looking for support with ADHD. The intersectional impact of being a black woman or non-binary person with ADHD has unique disadvantages, their organisation aims to address through specialist support, tailored workshops and community-centred outreach
We so loved meeting Viv & Shauna, THANK YOU SO MUCH LADIES!
The most ADHD thing we did this week is apparent from the intro in which one half of ADHDAF is absent…
Despite planning everything and trying to get everything done before Laura went on holiday, we forgot to record the intros and outros - ADHDAF!!!!!
Trigger warning* this episode contains strong language and topics which some will find disturbing, including: suicide, mental health struggles and financial difficulties.

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Episode 26: ADHD Awareness Month Special - ADHDAF Listeners Speak Oct 25, 2022

We conclude ADHD Awareness Month with this VERY SPECIAL Episode in which some of our amazing listeners share what they want the world to know about ADHD.
The theme for ADHD Awareness Month 2022 is ‘Understanding a Shared Experience’, and we feel incredibly privileged to be able to use our platform to empower our listeners to share their ADHD experience with the world!
Back in August we ran a campaign on our socials called ‘It Only Takes a Minute ADHDAF’ in which we asked followers to share a one minute video or voicenote to volunteer their voices to raise awareness about ADHD. This is what it was for.
As we always say, we are not therapists, experts or coaches, just two late diagnosed ADHD women sharing our personal experiences in the hope that they help others. In the last six months since launching we have been completely blown away by the impact ADHDAF has had. So we know the importance and value of opening up about the realities of living with the neurodevelopmental disorder.
The ADHD online community has been such an enormous help to us both as we ride the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster. We are so grateful to have found so many like us, and to have had so many join our Leopard Print Army for ADHDAF Day on Friday 21st October.
Together we thrive; and we believe that together we can incite systemic change!
THANK YOU SO MUCH to everyone who took part in this very special episode, ADHDAF Day, who sent selfies to be a face of ADHDAF, and to all of our listeners, followers and guest speakers over the last 6 months.
We REALLY REALLY appreciate you all!
Big love
L & D xx
If you would like to make a donation towards Dawn’s diagnosis you can via this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/adhdasfemales
You can also buy incredible handmade ADHDAF merchandise from collaborative collections with incredible creatives: Working Clasp & All The Discos here: https://www.adhdasfemales.com/merchandise
*Trigger Warning - this episode features strong language and sensitive topics that some may find distrurbing, including: suicide, eating disorders, severe mental health struggles,

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Episode 25: Forever Yours Betty: ADHD, Autism & ORANGE Oct 18, 2022

Welcome to the wonderful world of Sheri Scott, aka @foreveryoursbetty
We are both longterm fans of this incredible creative's content, so we feel very lucky and incredibly grateful to have had a blether with this absolute tangerine dream!
Glasgow's finest Sheri, is a multi-hyphenate - very appropriately nicknamed 'the ideas factory'. Her flame haired head hosts a brilliant brain constantly buzzing with brightly coloured ideas, which she uses to put the fire into businesses.
From high fashion to chimpanzees, you name it and Sheri's unique and creative 'big picture' brain waves will catapult companies to flaming results. You've only got to take a quick glance at her own platform to see that this lady is a Queen amongst content creators!
As the pandemic threw a spanner into the works the world over, Sheri's work and coping mechanisms shut down, just as Tik Tok began raising awareness about ADHD - opening her eyes to the neurodevelopmental disorder.
In 2020 Sheri received a late ADHD diagnosis at the age of 34, and was referred for a screening for Autism, as she presents highly for this also.
(We will further explore ASD in a furture episode)
What followed was sadly nothing short of a frightening and dangerous ordeal!
Without the essential support she should have been provided(!) Sheri has taken treatment into her own hands. She takes responsibility for managing her clashing ADHD and Autism symptoms, and has found what works for her.
*We hear of many using ADHD medication in a way that works for them, but just in an attempt to be responsible (though being so isn't our strong point!) I'm sure all will understand that we have to say this - always read and follow medication instructions*
We are so grateful to Sheri for sharing one hell of a ride on the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster with us! Her insight into 'NEURODIVERSE JOY' is so touching, that it's even giving me goosebumps now just thinking about it! We were so moved in her description of the joy that the colour orange brings her, that we've changed our signature colours, turning our socials orange for the week in her honour... WE'VE BEEN TANGOED!
Serendipitously, orange is also the colour of ADHD Awareness Month, so we are very happy to be giving Sheri mega dopamine hits, whilst raising awareness for the cause at this important time. Further serendipitously, having been enamoured by Sheri being her striking citrus self unapologetically; we were hurt this week for being called - in a nutshell - 'too much'.
We end this episode with a Reynolds rant(!) in which we acknowledge our need to educate ourselves about social media accessibility. We understand that we need to be mindful of that going forward; but taking the lead of Sheri, we outright refuse to dull our sparkle!
We are loud, colourful, chaotic and busy-minded people who won't be to everyone's tastes; but after a lifetime of masking, authenticity is essential as we embark on this new chapter which we share for the cause. Our podcast and our platform are a reflection of ourselves and how ADHD presents in US.
We take great inspiration from your authenticity, creativity and bravery, and therefore we are forever yours Sheri!
*TRIGGER WARNING*
There is some swearing, mentions of medication, misdiagnosis, malpractice, mental health crisis, financial struggles, and heart stabbing - metaphorically!

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Episode 24: Dawn's NHS ADHD Assessment Ordeal Oct 11, 2022

On Tuesday 4th October Dawn went for an NHS ADHD Assessment in Aberdeen. We couldn't believe that her long awaited diagnosis day was falling in ADHD Awareness Month, AND on the day we hit 100K downloads!
Suffice to say, this was not the episode we thought we would be putting out!
This is an Episode of two parts. As planned, we wanted to share this very important experience in real time, so began by the pre preparation and feelings the day before the big day to help others awaiting their assessment. Turns out the day was indeed big, but for the wrong reasons!
If you've read the Press and Journal article, you will already know about this ordeal. We are very grateful to journalist Chloe Irvine for the fantastic feature on Dawn, highlighting how very broken the current system is: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/4876867/im-not-sure-ive-got-another-four-months-in-me-to-wait-rgu-students-desperation-for-adhd-diagnosis/
This is NOT what we thought we would be sharing, and certainly not the answers that Dawn had hoped and hung on for. We understand that the underfunded and overstretched NHS is absolutely up against it! The real issue here is the lack of communication. Not laying out the timeline of the process is so incredibly damaging and unforgivable, and Dawn has made a formal complaint.
Whilst Dawn recovers and gathers her strength, as she plans her next move she would like to thank every single one of you who has reached out with messages of support both before and after this horrendous experience. It is your encouragement that is giving her fuel to carry on fighting this battle.
Though we had so wanted to put out a positive message to all of those seeking NHS ADHD diagnosis and treatment, sadly what we have instead is a podcast episode from two women who were not just let down by the system as children; but now who have also been let down by the broken NHS ADHD diagnosis process in their late 30s this ADHD Awareness Month.
Dawn feels that the only positive is that in sharing her ordeal she is raising crucial awareness and letting so many others who are suffering similar know that that they are not alone. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
We hope for a better, quicker, more communicative and supportive diagnosis system by next ADHD Awareness Month.
We conclude on a positive note, looking ahead to alternative ADHD diagnosis routes, and announcing the exciting things we have planned this month:
If you follow our socials you will already know that Laura managed to hit her starsign deadline and get the brand new website up on 9th October! LOLS.
We could not be more excited to collaborate with Working Clasp for handmade ADHDAF jewellery and All The Discos for handmade festival style ADHDAF party capes made from recycled party decorations! Check out our amazing new merchandise and website here: https://www.adhdasfemales.com/
We are doing an Intagram Live with Louise 'Pink Pear Bear Williams' on Wednesday 12th October at 8:30pm - we invite you to click this link and 'ask us anything', which we will answer LIVE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjcgF8DKWKc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Finally we invite you all to join our LEOPARD PRINT ARMY for ADHDAF DAY - Friday 21st October. Wear at least one item of leopard print in a show of solidarity for the cause. We want change! If you do too, join us by tagging us in your pictures, and videos wearing at least one leopard print item. ADHDAFarmy!
Trigger Warning Due to the emotion of this long awaited appointment, this is a very sweary episode. Lots effing, but this is all very raw, having been recorded the day before and day after the ordeal - apologies for swearing like sailors!
Mentions of suicide and severe mental health struggles.

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Episode 23: ADHD Awareness Month collaboration with The ADHD ‘Adults’ Oct 04, 2022

This is a very special episode for ADHD Awareness Month! Part 2 of our collaboration with The ADHD Adults…
In Part 1, Dr Alex Conner and Dr James Brown interview us on their Podcast - Tap here to listen: https://www.adhdadult.uk/podcast/
Or watch us squirm in our first ever interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/hyzm9AMjOqQ
In this episode, we swap roles (PHEW!) and invite Alex and James onto ADHDAF for our standard, disorganised, rambling blether.
The four of us have joined forces to highlight the importance of community. Using our voices collectively, learning from each other’s knowledge and experiences, and supporting each other is the most powerful way to raise awareness in the hope to influence systemic change.
We really are all in this together! The support of the online ADHD community has, and continues to be a lifeline for us both; which is why we always recommend leaning into it. In particular, we are incredibly grateful to James and Alex for their invaluable work educating the masses about the neurodevelopmental condition with their Podcast and Focus Mag, for supporting late diagnosed ADHDers (us included) with their charity ADHDadultUK, and for welcoming us into the ADHD podcasting community. We are on the same team making much needed noise for the cause!
Thank you lads (lads,lads!) we love this episode, in which the best frenemies confess their undying love for one another and set us a piece of homework- which obviously we still haven’t done!
In all seriousness though, où est la banque?!
*TRIGGER WARNING* It’s a sweary one, with naughty words throughout with references of mental health struggles.

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Episode 22: ADHD Clinician Compassion with Jenny Okolo Sep 27, 2022

Jenny Okolo is a lead psychiatric occupational therapist, and an award-nominated mental health advocate, with extensive experience in the criminal justice sector.
This summer Jenny became a TEDx Speaker for TEDxNHS. In her incredible talk she invited listeners to challenge the limits of their empathy, displaying the enormous impact compassion can have.
‘TEDxNHS was founded as a unique movement to enable the voices of NHS staff and patients to be heard on a national stage and spread their learning across the system. Bringing change to the NHS through the power of storytelling, TEDxNHS aims to inspire us to think differently, dream bigger, and design better for the population we serve.’
‘We as healthcare professionals have such an opportunity to look beyond labels’ ~ @jenokolo
Jenny is our first neurotypical guest, and she plays a part in the NHS ADHD diagnostic system; helping people to get diagnosed and to see the value of diagnosis. Her message is completely aligned with our values: COMPASSION for neurodivergents, and that ADHD needs to be taken seriously!
With different perspectives on the current ADHD diagnosis crisis, inevitably we do see some aspects differently… but that’s the whole point!
With an underfunded NHS stretched to its limit, and undiagnosed ADHDers suffering in silence due to stigma/lack of awareness or living in limbo hell for years on outrageously long waiting lists for assessment and treatment; people are suffering on both sides!
We feel it is essential to learn and understand the problem from all angles in order to find a way forward. It isn’t a case of ‘us and them’…
As we all desperately need a better system; it is essential that ADHDers and clinicians pull together in order to influence systemic change!
We loved hearing about the incredible work Jenny does, and are so grateful to this legendary lady for giving us invaluable insight into the alternative perspective of the ADHD Diagnosis Crisis.
THANK YOU SO MUCH JENNY!
*Trigger Warning* We discuss some sensitive topics which some may find disturbing. Including: BN, ED, criminality, and mental health crisis.

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BONUS BLETHER with Phionna McInnes Sep 20, 2022

This EXTRA SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE is a wee blether with Phionna McInnes about her AMAZING Aberdeen event for ADHD Awareness Month🎗
We welcome you to team weird and invite you to ‘You, Me & ADHD’, a ladies lunch at The Chester Hotel on 2nd October 12-4pm
Bringing the Aberdeen ADHD women’s community together and raising funds for Phionna’s incredible charity We Too! ,which empowers families of children with disabilities in NE Scotland.
We are honoured to have been asked to join the panel; a Loose Women style fireside chat alongside Nicola McAlley of STV News! We really can’t wait!
If you identify as female and ADHD, or if you want to support a loved one and learn more about ADHD in women, join us for this very special day in the Silver City during ADHD Awareness Month… we hope to meet you there!
Tap here for tickets: https://www.neurofabulous.me/
Alongside discussing the event, local legend and Chief Ninja Phionna shares her very unique ADHD journey and experiences.
Thank you so much Phionna for being our first in-person guest at ADHDAF HQ, and for asking us to be part of your fabulous fundraiser… we really can’t wait!

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Episode 21: ADHD, Gender Transition & Power with Joe Charlan Sep 20, 2022

Joe Charlan is both a legend, and ADHDAF family! Freshly diagnosed Joe was born and educated as female in the 70s and 80s - which will likely play a large role in why he’s only just been diagnosed at the age of 46!
Mancunian Joe, a Commissioning Manager supporting people with disabilities, now identifies as a transgender man.
Right at the very start of this podcast, Joe reached out thanking us for our statement of inclusion re gender and sexuality and we hit it off. We’ve had a mutual appreciation society ever since!
Alongside sharing his experiences of undiagnosed ADHD, his recent diagnosis journey, and how the disorder and diagnosis effects his life; Joe shares a truly incredible insight….
What has undiagnosed ADHD cost Joe? POWER.
We resonate so hard, and we are sure you will too!
Join us as Joe shares where he is up to on the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster, and the damage self deprecation can cause.
This is a truly POWERFUL episode!
THANK YOU SO MUCH JOE for helping us further understand the impact of late diagnosed ADHD!
We loved this chat, and are sure you will too.
*Trigger Warning* Contains swearing, and subjects some might find disturbing such as bullying, negative self talk, low self worth/esteem, anger, being misunderstood/belittled, mental health struggles and self sabotage.

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Episode 20: ADHD, Imposter Syndrome & Identity Crisis Sep 13, 2022

We can’t believe we’ve made twenty episodes… ironically, that’s probably due to imposter syndrome!
This is a really meaty episode(!) in which we share our insta story poll results, our personal reflections, and answer your ‘ask us anything’ questions.
Never has their been a week where we have achieved so much and felt like such total failures! Comparison is the thief of joy, and imposter syndrome and dopamine deficiency suck all of the glory out of the wins!
We’ve ended up letting the above upset ourselves and each other(!) and all on the week we are diving into the topic of imposter syndrome and identity crisis! You couldn’t write it, but we can discuss it… in our standard oversharey, brutally blurted out honest way that we hope listeners will find relatable and validating.
Merriam-Webster defines imposter syndrome, in part, as "persistent doubt concerning one's abilities or accomplishments accompanied by the fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of one's ongoing success.‘’ ~ verywellmind.com
We’ve said in jest in the past ‘who T F are we? We thought we knew, but then we discovered at 38 that we’d been battling through life with undiagnosed brain disorders, and now we haven’t a clue’… in all seriousness, identity crisis is very common among late diagnosed ADHDers.
‘Being repeatedly misunderstood causes people with ADHD to deeply misunderstand themselves and their situations. Feeling deficient and mistrusting yourself from an early age makes it extraordinarily difficult to properly evaluate yourself as an adult. There is a continual internal vacillation.’ ~Additudemag.com
As ever, this podcast is us documenting our experiences on the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster in real time; hop aboard and hold on tight!
Trigger Warning: we use strong language, and mention topics that some might find disturbing; including imposter syndrome, self loathing, identity crisis, self sabotage, and excessive use of the word ‘journey’ - cringe!

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Episode 19: ADHD, Nutrition & Excercise with Hanna Baxter Sep 06, 2022

Hanna, is so driven to achieve her healthy eating and fitness goals that she motivates others to do the same online: @hannabfitness

So it could be a surprise to hear that Hanna was diagnosed this year with ADHD at the age of 40! BUT, what we have learnt on our late diagnosed ADHD mission is that THERE IS NO ONE SIZE FITS ALL! Despite the similarities between ADHDers there are as many differences.

The areas in which some of us struggle to survive, some thrive and vice versa. Unlike us, and many other ADHDers, Hanna doesn’t struggle with self care, motivation or finances… One more time for the folk in the back - ADHD PRESENTS DIFFERENTLY IN EACH INDIVIDUAL!

Hanna helps people (now us included) overcome the ‘all or nothing’ mindset which holds so many of us back. This ‘black and white’ thinking is so common with ADHDers, but having fought hard to overcome her own struggles, Hanna uses what she has learnt in battling her undiagnosed neurodivergence to motivate others.

A genuine positive to ADHD that Hanna shares - EMPATHY.

This absolute powerhouse understands struggle and blocks only too well, and is therefore able to help people to overcome theirs: https://form.jotform.com/210422639917053

Alongside sharing how ADHD negatively impacts her life, and her diagnosis and treatment journey, Hanna gives us some fantastic advice about health and self care, which we are so grateful for!

Mainly: STOP BEING SO HARD ON YOURSELF AND SETTING UNREALISTIC GOALS!

Thank you Hanna, you ledge! There’s so much to take away from this interview,; relatable and inspirational, Enjoy!

TRIGGER WARNING: We cover some sensitive topics which some may find triggering. Including; mental health struggles, weight loss, medication, ADHD diagnosis

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Episode 18: ADHD & Disordered Eating Aug 30, 2022

This episode comes with an ENORMOUS TRIGGER WARNING! Containing mentions of: ED, BN, AN, ABW, BDD, BI, BETRS, COE, EDNOS, MH, SH, CA, SUI
Please handle this episode with care, and don’t listen if any of the above or any mentions of disordered eating are triggering for you.
If you are struggling with disordered eating in any form, please reach out for the help you need.
One example of a fantastic charity: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/
We cover this topic extremely reluctantly!
As we bumble our way through, you can literally hear at points this discussion has felt like pulling teeth.
Despite continuous requests from listeners to cover this, we’ve put it off for three months, but having discovered stats proving the strong correlation between ADHD and BEO / BN, we’ve put our shame and fear of upsetting people aside in the hope that our honesty can help others.
We apologise if any of the language we use in an attempt to convey our experiences is inappropriate or upsetting. Our aim is to be part of the solution rather than the problem, but we accept the likely possibility of getting things wrong. As ever, please note that we are not Drs, therapists, experts… we are just two late diagnosed ADHD women, reflecting on our own disordered eating and body issues of the past, with the new knowledge of our neurodivergence, and how the two relate in an attempt to validate the experiences of others like us; to eradicate the shame of potential comorbidities of a brain disorder, and to pull the community together.
Though potentially as an instinctive defence mechanism, we move onto our usually silly blethering about nonsense, meaning this episode ends on a high after such dark subject matter.

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Episode 17: ADHD NHS Shared Care DENIED: Nicole Nadler Aug 23, 2022

Imagine getting a private diagnosis after hearing the lengthy wait for an NHS ADHD assessment, only to then have said diagnosis denied by the NHS!

That’s exactly what happened to our next guest earlier this year… New Yorker, Nicole followed her heart to Edinburgh, Scotland, where she lives with her Scottish husband and works as a writer. She’s currently reviewing acts performing in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

ADHD Shared Care, in a nutshell: is where a specialist (ie a private Psychiatrist) shares responsibilities with a General Practitioner (GP) in the treatment of the patient. Including: management of prescription, monitoring progress, tests - such as ECG, communication of dose changes during titration, etc.

Despite many ADHDers in desperate need of treatment being advised by the NHS to go private if they can afford to due to the wait; Nicole was told that her shared care was rejected BECAUSE she wasn’t diagnosed by the NHS!
Nicole is a UK resident who has a brain disorder that is considered a disability in the UK.
MAKE IT MAKE SENSE!

Despite sharing her story with BBC Scotland, Nicole’s case has not been reviewed.

Like many, Nicole has to pay for her medication, and feels so dismissed by the NHS, that she doesn’t have the energy to keep fighting to be heard to access the treatment she needs and is entitled to. Fortunately, Nicole is privileged enough to be able to pay for her medication, unlike many already struggling to survive the cost of living crisis(!) forced to choose between medication that enables them to function and basic living costs.

Despite her diagnosis ordeal, Nicole’s tale is a positive one…
‘Having ADHD is the worst thing that ever happened to me. Getting an ADHD diagnosis is the best thing that ever happened to me!’ - Nicole Nadler

After a lifetime of self loathing, battling depression, feelings of ineptitude and despair, Nicole has found acceptance, is thriving and making up for lost time! GO ON NICOLE!

We LOVE this proper blether of an episode! There’s so much to take away from it, from validation to inspiration… ENJOY!

*Trigger Warning* This episode contains strong language, and sensitive topics which some may find distressing. Including; grief, severe mental health struggles and suicide

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Episode 16: ADHD Diagnosis Crisis Aug 16, 2022

Undiagnosed ADHDers can’t cope. The NHS can’t cope. And we can’t cope with constantly hearing from listeners just how broken the ADHD (in particular the adult ADHD) diagnostic system is!
We haven’t started this podcast to get internet points, we’ve done it to help others like us.
We get multiple messages daily telling us our ramblings are helping people feel validated and less alone in their suffering, which is incredible! BUT, what we really want is to help (even in a tiny way) to influence systemic change, so that ADHDers that need/want to access medical diagnosis/treatment don’t have to suffer like they are!
This very emotional episode, in which we share just a handful of the countless experiences we get sent, our @adhdasfemales Instagram story poll results, followers suggestions for how to change the broken system, and our own, is fuelled by rage at the injustice of how many undiagnosed adult ADHDers are being treated by medical professionals.
It’s not all ranting and feet stomping though, we promise! This isn’t about pointing the finger, it’s about potential problem solving.. and there is some joy in it too.
ADHDers need help, the NHS needs help, CHANGE IS URGENTLY NEEDED.
We need to come together and understand this crisis from both sides and start a new system to save lives!
*Trigger Warning*
Alongside swearing, this episode contains topics such as medical negligence, false accusations of abuse, body shaming, ADHD denying, severe mental health struggle and suicide.

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Episode15: Helen Anderson Aug 09, 2022

We are so grateful to Helen Anderson for joining us on the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster, and so excited to share this insightful and hilarious interview with an absolute powerhouse!
Helen humbly introduces herself as an ‘Internet Person’ (ADHDers tend to self deprecate)
Helen is in fact an internet sensation!
She has an ENORMOUS online following of her YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/helenmelonlady which she began vlogging on a decade ago.
Her straight- talking, no BS attitude, body positivity, hilarious reels and rock n roll style have gained her an equally gargantuan following on Instagram: @helenanderz
Helen has also created an online shop: @sweetsweethoneydew for ‘Rock n Rollin’ self lovers and loathers’.
To top it all off, she is the lead singer of the band: @sunny.bones - their new EP, ‘This Hell Called Home’ is out now!
It’s hard to imagine that a woman this driven could suffer with RSD, task paralysis, low self esteem and the other struggles that hold so many ADHDers back… but don’t believe everything you see, or rather perceive on social media…
Helen Anderson is ADHD AF!
Very recently diagnosed at the age of 31.
Massive thank you to the absolute legend that is Helen for sharing her struggles and experiences, that so many will relate to (us included!) and for the pearls which we will treasure.
Enjoy!
*Trigger warning* as ever this episode contains strong language.
We discuss some sensitive topics such as depression, anxiety, unsympathetic strangers (ie internet trolls) family and romantic relationship struggles, and low self esteem.
We also voice some potentially controversial opinions. Please note, that we are not experts or medical professionals, just three women who battled through life with undiagnosed brain disorders, desperately hoping to influence change to save others from suffering for as long as we have.

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Episode 14: The ADHD Creative Entrepreneur Stereotype Aug 02, 2022

We are reunited in Aberdeen, after Laura's couple of weeks on the road selling her handmade wears at The Secret Garden Party. Not only does that explain the length of this episode (us neurodivergent neighbours had a lot of catching up to do!) but it also led us to the topic of this Episode.
With Dawn studying 3D Design at University and Laura into her 12th year as a creative entrepreneur with @hathor.hedonism, evidently we are both very much creatives.
However, as we always say - ADHD is not a one size fits all disorder! Though ADHDers share similar struggles and traits; the disability effects us all in different ways.
We decided to challenge this ADHD creative entrepreneur stereotype with a poll for our instagram followers: @adhdasfemales, and it's fair to say we were very surprised by the results. Thanks to all who participated.
We begin this Episode by answering the 'ask us anything' questions from our followers, before diving into the poll and giving our own personal reflections on a topic that definitely holds some weight; but we argue, this could potentially be due in part to RSD as much as anything else.
We share some 'information' from online articles on the topic, one of which makes a claim so untrue, irresponsible and insulting that Laura has a meltdown and shares some choice words for the 'journalist' at multiple points. sorry, not sorry!
We also debunk the myth that ADHD meds destroy creativity.
We conclude with our 'differences', 'the most ADHD thing we have done this week' and some VERY EXCITING news from Dawn!!!!!!!
TRIGGER WARNING: The rage evoked by said article makes this episode even more sweary than usual, so be warned.
We cover some sensitive topics including: Severe mental health issues, depression, anxiety, self loathing, relationship struggles, and people disbelieving and diminishing our invisible disability

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Episode 13: Louise ‘Pink Pear Bear’ Williams Jul 26, 2022

We are so excited about this Episode. It’s a bit longer than usual; as Louise shared so many pearls, we didn’t want to cut any out! (Hence why there’s minimal into/outro from us)
As many of you will be aware, Louise Williams is an absolute LEGEND!
She has an incredible blog - Pink Pear Bear - and ADHD support groups of the same name.
Louise has been making much needed noise about mental health for seven years online.
She has helped so many ADHDers and continues to do so with her ENORMOUS online community, and now she has started a gym with a difference - Solace, providing solace for the soul. Unlike standard gyms that many find intimidating; the ethos is that all are welcome of all abilities, to join a safe community that they can feel comfortable in.
Louise shares her journey battling depression and anxiety, with medication for what turned out to be comorbidities (sounds familiar!) Her mental health deteriorated further after having her children until eventually getting diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 37.
We are sure you will love this inspirational interview with a truly lovely lady!
Trigger warning: sensitive topics covered such as; mental health struggles, alcoholism, medication problems, imposter syndrome, potentially controversial opinions, and some swearing

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Episode 12: Struggling to Keep the Plates Spinning Jul 19, 2022

Apologies in advance that the sound isn’t the usual standard. We had to record this on the road - literally!
In every Episode of ADHDAF we invite you to join us on our late ADHD diagnosis journey, but in this particular instalment you are joining us on an actual journey too(!) from north east Scotland down to Blackpool in a car full to the rafters of festival accessories, with a surprise guest appearance from Laura’s Husband Big.
Reason being, we have to hold our hands up at this point and admit we’ve taken on WAY too much, meaning it has become a struggle for us both to keep all of the plates spinning!
ADHDers are prone to overcommitting. A lifetime of not meeting expectations, and ‘just try harders’ can lead us to become hardcore people pleasers! Overcompensation and executive dysfunction can cause us to take on too many tasks. Time blindness, a lack of boundaries/self- worth/care and rejection sensitive dysphoria can all bring an inability to perceive our own limits. Not to mention that the lazy’, ‘useless’ etc labels many of us have picked up along the way can make us feel like we have a hell of a lot to prove!
We hope you enjoy this very random check-in, in which we reflect on everything from our incredible interview with Clementine Ford, storming the UK & Australian podcast charts, the seriousness of the worldwide health crisis of ADHD, wearing cycling shorts to work, forgetting to sleep, wash and get any fresh air for over a week… and loads more. That’s not even half of it…as ever, we have a LOT to say!
Always remember this truly inspirational quote: ‘Keep smashing everything!’ - Dawn-Marie Farmer
LOLS!
TRIGGER WARNING: Contains strong language and mentions of severe mental health crisis, suicide, death, family bereavement, work and financial struggles, trauma and relationship struggles

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Episode 11: Clementine Ford Jul 12, 2022

We still can’t believe this happened!
Award winning Australian Author, feminist icon and absolute legend Clementine Ford shares her ADHD story with us in this very special episode.
Clementine’s bestselling book ‘Fight Like a Girl’ is the essential feminists manifesto. Her other incredible writing work includes: ‘Boys Will Be Boys’ and her latest book: ‘How We Love.’ Previously a columnist for Fairfax’s Daily Life; Clementine is also a regular contributor to The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald.
Her own Podcast ‘Dear Clementine’ is packed with advice that you may not want, but you definitely need…so give that a listen too!
Clementine was diagnosed with ADHD this year at the age of 40; and she very kindly hopped aboard the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster with us.
In this episode she shares reflections of her childhood, relationships, work, motherhood and the future, through a new ADHD lens.
There is so much to take away from this insightful ‘blether’, the magic eye analogy in particular is life changing! Thank you thank you thank you Clementine!
*Trigger warning, as ever we are a tad sweary, we discuss mental health crisis, family bereavement, maternal struggles, relationship problems, alcohol, substance use and addiction.

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Episode 10: ADHD Vs Alcohol Jul 05, 2022

Following on from our slightly controversial opinions voiced in our interview with Dr Alex Conner of The ADHD adults Podcast; this week we are deep diving into booze. NOT LITERALLY!
We reveal our story poll results, which we were pretty surprised by, whilst giving our personal answers and reflections.
After divulging our own experiences as undiagnosed ADHDers and alchohol we share some information from experts.
We conclude with our weekly segment ‘the most ADHD thing we’ve done this week.
We hope you enjoy this episode, if so we would love you to make a donation at buymeacoffee.com/adhdasfemales
TRIGGER WARNING - this episode is particularly sweary, sorry! We discuss some very sensitive topics including: underage drinking, alcohol abuse, alcoholism. alcoholic family member.
*If you our struggling with alcohol, or are suffering as a result of someone in your life’s alcohol issues, please do reach out for the support you need either via your GP and/or the likes of @drinkaware_trust or @nacoauk

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Episode 9: Dr Alex Conner Jun 28, 2022

This is a really special one! In this episode, we interview the other half of the duo who inspired us to start this podcast with theirs - The ADHD Adults Podcast.
Dr Alex Conner:
- Reader in Biomedical Science Communication at the University of Birmingham Medical School
- Co-founder of the charity ADHD Adult UK
- Co-founder of Focus, a free online magazine about Adult ADHD
- Co-host of the aforementioned podcast with Dr James Brown (ADHDAF Episode 5), which continues to be an enormous help to us both on our late ADHD diagnosis journeys
- executive ADHD coach.
- Such a lovely man we forgot we were interviewing and launched into a ranty and potentially controversial ‘chat’
Alex assured us that it’s ok to share an opinion, especially with the disclaimer that we are NOT IN ANY WAY EXPERTS! As ever, we are new to all of this and trying to find the answers to all of the questions that pop up whilst we ride the late ADHD diagnosis rollercoaster.
We are SO GRATEFUL to Alex for this emotional ‘interview’ / chat! THANK YOU!
We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do.
*TRIGGER WARNING*
This is very sweary, and we mention mental health crisis, drug and alcohol abuse, controversial opinions about diagnosis and medication issues.

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Episode 8: ADHD Tax ‘Romantic’ Relationships Jun 21, 2022

This Episode comes with multiple trigger warnings, and it was incredibly triggering for us to record.
We explore the many ways in which undiagnosed ADHD has cost us in ‘romantic’ relationships throughout our lives. We distinguish this type of relationship, as we will cover other types of personal relationships ADHD Tax has cost us in a future episode. The quotation marks are also there for irony! LOLS!
We deep dive into how undiagnosed ADHD can destroy romantic relationships, backed up with some heavy stats.
We reflect upon how unknowingly our ADHD has caused others distress, rather than victimising ourselves as we would’ve done prior to the awareness our ‘diagnosis’ brought. We acknowledge how vulnerable a place we were in unknowingly due to our symptoms. HOWEVER, that does NOT excuse the bad behaviour of other parties.
Finally we credit Florence Given for her words of wisdom! If somebody treats you badly, DUMP HIM!
Much like Florence’s book, ‘Women Don’t Owe You Pretty’, this is the podcast episode we wish we’d heard a couple of decades ago.
We hope you ‘enjoy’ or at least take something away from this excruciating episode, and that we don’t sound too preachy! We are by no means experts(!!!) and on reflection, we are basically telling our younger selves a thing or two!
*TRIGGER WARNING*
We discuss some VERY distressing topics, including divorce, domestic abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, gaslighting, breakups, severe mental health distress

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Episode 7: Sophia Hilton Jun 14, 2022

We still can't believe that our second ADHDAF guest is the one and only Sophia Hilton!
The owner of the Not Another Brand has completely disrupted the industry in the last 6 years. Starting with the most talked about salon, Not Another Salon. She then went on to open 3 more companies, including an the biggest selling in-person academy in the UK, a social media consultancy company and retail. Recently, her Not Another Online learning Platform has over 4000 students across 52 countries worldwide and is now being translated into 5 languages.
Sophia has a whopping 13 business awards putting her in the hall of fame at the Creative Head awards meaning she can no longer enter! That goes alongside a futher 4 awards in hairdressing and colour and at the British Hairdressing awards and Creative Head.
Sophia was diagnosed this year, aged 34. Like us, Sophia is just a few months in to discovering her Neurodivergence.

We begin this Episode backwards with 'the most ADHD thing we've done this week', as a disclaimer for the sound quality. WE ACCIDENTALLY DIDN'T RECORD THE EPISODE! (MORTIFYING!!!)
Thankfully @theshibuiproject was recording, or else we would have lost this incredible interview all together!
We are so grateful to Sophia for giving us her time (particularly so early on in our Podcasting journey) and for using her very influential voice for the cause. THANK YOU SOPHIA!
Sophia's words are insightful, emotional and inspiring, thank God the other team pressed record! :)
This 'blether' is three ladies in their thirties riding the ADHD late diagnosis rollercoaster together, come and join the ride!
Sophia Hilton: @hiltonsophia
Not Another Salon: @notanothersalon
Not Another Academy: @notanotheracademy
https://www.notanothersalon.com/
Check out her incredible course for creatives: https://online.notanotheracademy.com/courses/leadership-for-a-new-life
*TRIGGER WARNING*
We explore some sensitive topics which some listeners may find distressing including: Anxiety, Depression, Financial Struggles, Lockdown, ADHD Medication, Relationship and Motherhood Struggles

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Episode 6: ADHD Tax & Music Matters Jun 07, 2022

In this Episode we discover the meaning and horrifying statistics of ADHD Tax.
We share our story poll answers before exploring our own experiences in answering those questions.
ADHD Tax is an enormous topic! Deep diving into it, we realised that we’ve already explored the health aspect in our Self-Care Episode.
For this one, we focus more on money, employment and financial struggles, before divulging how we personally rebel against ADHD Tax.
In a future Episode we will explore the relationships side of ADHD Tax.
Alongside sharing ‘the most ADHD thing we’ve each done this week’, we go on to a very special ‘Differences’ segment. We explore the enormous impact music has had on both of our life journeys, in very different ways.
As an added Brucey bonus, we have created our own playlists available on Spotify, via our link in bio on Instagram .
We hope you enjoy!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
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I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

*TRIGGER WARNING*
Sensitive subject matter including unemployment, career struggles, shame, debt and financial difficulties
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...and I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Episode 5: Dr James Brown May 31, 2022

This one's totes emosh! In this episode, we interview one half of the duo who inspired us to start this podcast with theirs - The ADHD Adults Podcast.

Dr James Brown:
- Associate Professor, School of Biosciences Aston University
- Co-founder of the charity ADHD Adult UK
- Co-founder of Focus, a free online magazine about Adult ADHD
- Co-host of the aforementioned podcast with Dr Alex Conner, which continues to be an enormous help to us both on our late ADHD diagnosis journeys
Despite causing James great distress with our Dr Alex Conner style greeting; he answered questions about his ADHD journey, and finding his purpose in helping folks like us, before making us cry for his own amusement. Well played after that greeting! :)
We are SO GRATEFUL to James for being our first ADHDAF guest! THANK YOU!
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

*TRIGGER WARNING*
This is very sweary, and we mention Suicide, Eating Disorders and Mental Health Crisis
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...and I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Episode 4: Unmasking a lifetime of ADHD Masking May 24, 2022

Unmasking...how do we do it?! No really!

Trying to unlearn the learnt behaviour of hiding our neurodivergence to ‘fit in’.

In this episode we divulge the stats from our Masking insta Poll {@adhdasfemales} before answering the questions ourselves.

We share the ways in which we have historically masked ADHD, and explore how to take off the mask.

We conclude with our weekly segments; ‘Differences’ to display how differently ADHD can present from person to person and ‘The most ADHD thing we have each done this week’We are so excited to announce our first guest!
Dr James Brown from The ADHD Adults Podcast, Focus Mag (a free online magazine about Adult ADHD) and cofounder of the charity: ADHD Adult UK.
We will be interviewing him for Episode 5.

If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

TRIGGER WARNING: Seemingly, part of unmasking for us is swearing like sailors! Apologies. We touch on some sensitive topics: severe mental health and relationship struggles.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...and I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Episode 3: Self-care, Struggles and Shame May 17, 2022

Following on from the poll we posted on our @adhdasfemales insta story, we discuss the very questions those that participated so kindly answered.
We expose how ADHD has caused us both to struggle with consistent self-care routines. We felt very vulnerable discussing some of these topics, due to shame. The honesty of the poll entrants showed us that we are not alone; which gave us the courage to talk about these common issues that many people with ADHD have.
After exploring topics such as hygiene. dental appointments, and financial struggles, we revisit the weekly segment of ‘differences’. This time with the theme of self-care, before concluding with ‘the most ADHD thing we have done this week.’
We tried and failed to shorten the episode length, but we've decided to practice what we preach: self-compassion. This is how it's working for us right now, and bizarrely, each episode is almost exactly the same length!
We hope you enjoy it. Feel free to share any feedback... and hit those stars! :)
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

TW:In this episode, we touch on some very sensitive topics; such as eating disorders, debt, and anxiety.
Luckily, we managed to cut down on the word ‘absolutely’ this time! Seemingly, the word for this week is INTERESTING! :)
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...and I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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Episode 2: Is ADHD a Superpower?!! May 10, 2022

Following on from our ridiculous 'reel'... in this second episode, we explore the social media trend labelling ADHD a superpower.
We discuss both for and against; what our ADHD Superpower would be, and the cost it comes with.
We further explore the idea of trends by addressing the skin-crawling notion that ADHD is a 'cool trend', whilst also celebrating the fact that the disorder, and in particular how it can present in women is getting much-needed exposure.
We conclude with our regular segments: The most ADHD thing we've done this week, and 'Differences' - to highlight how this complex condition is not a one size fits all model. This week we talk about how mobile phones and communication trigger our ADHD in totally different ways, a subject we will deep dive into in a later episode.
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

TW: Contains swearing and we explore some very sensitive topics which some listeners may find distressing, including; disordered eating, family bereavement, and relationship struggles.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
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Laura

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Episode 1: We are ADHD AF but who TF are we? May 02, 2022

Neurodivergent neighbours, Dawn and I (Laura), were both diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 38. In this first episode, we explore what Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is before diving into our experiences pre, during and post diagnosis. With the average age for women to be diagnosed when missed in childhood being between 36-38, and the huge number of women left mis/undiagnosed altogether, we realise that our experience is an all too common occurrence. We explore what it means to get such a late diagnosis, and the impact the disability has had and continues to have on all aspects of our lives.

Things could definitely have been different with the knowledge and diagnosis earlier. Both at different stages in our diagnosis journey, with similarities and differences in the way ADHD presents itself and the challenges we each face as a result. We touch on comorbidities, career struggles, and symptoms such as time blindness, (as a result of which this episode is double the length we planned and even though it was! LOL)

This is an introduction chat, or rather a 'get to know us blether' where we touch on our experiences in general before deep diving into specific topics in upcoming episodes.
If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HERE
Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERE
CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...
I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERE

TW:We explore some very sensitive topics which some listeners may find distressing, including; depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and suicide.
If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUT
Dawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE
...I continue ADHDAF solo.
I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A LIVE SHOW very soon
BIG LOVE
Laura

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