In this engaging discussion, Kate Moryoussef, a UK-based ADHD coach diagnosed at 40, shares her insights on navigating ADHD, particularly for women. She delves into the challenges of late diagnosis, emphasizing the need for self-compassion and understanding how hormones can exacerbate symptoms. Kate recounts her personal journey of discovery through her daughter’s assessment and highlights the importance of holistic strategies for managing ADHD. This conversation is a valuable resource for anyone seeking support in their ADHD journey.
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Late Diagnosis Journey
Kate Moryoussef was diagnosed with ADHD at 40 after suspecting it for years.
Her daughter's assessment process served as a mirror, reflecting her own experiences.
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Empowerment Through Diagnosis
An ADHD diagnosis empowers individuals to understand their struggles are not personal failings.
It allows for targeted strategies instead of simply "trying harder," which often proves ineffective.
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Working With Your Brain
Work with your brain, not against it, by acknowledging ADHD's impact.
Find ADHD-friendly approaches instead of resorting to self-criticism.
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The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit
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Kate Moryoussef
Hey Team!
Today's episode is all about navigating ADHD as a late-diagnosed adult—especially for women who have spent years pushing through life without realizing why things felt so much harder. I’m talking with Kate Moryoussef, a UK-based ADHD coach who was diagnosed at 40 and has since made it her mission to help women work with their brains, not against them. She hosts The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast and her upcoming book is The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, where she dives deep into strategies for managing ADHD beyond just productivity hacks.
In this conversation, we get into the realities of late diagnosis, why ADHD in women is often overlooked, and how hormones can throw an extra curveball into the mix. Kate shares her personal journey of discovering ADHD through her daughter’s assessment, and we talk about how self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and finding the right support can make a huge difference. There’s a lot here about understanding ADHD as a whole-body experience—not just something that affects focus or productivity.
This is another one where I had the wrong mic set up, so apologizes for that.
If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/218
Especially for women, work on understanding the role of hormones. ADHD symptoms can intensify during certain phases of the menstrual cycle or perimenopause, and awareness of these fluctuations can help with better self-regulation. And, hey, ADHD men, you also have hormones that can fluctuate.
Instead of constantly pushing yourself to meet neurotypical expectations, recognizing that ADHD comes with different needs can be a game-changer. Avoid forcing yourself into rigid productivity schedules, and try to recognize your natural rhythms to make work and life feel easier.
Finding ADHD-friendly ways to approach tasks (instead of just trying to "be more disciplined") leads to better long-term success. You don’t have to overhaul your entire life—focusing on little shifts, like setting boundaries or adjusting your expectations, can create lasting improvements.
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