ADHD Chatter Top ADHD psychologist explores ADHD and the ageing process | Dr Jo Perkins
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Jun 23, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jo Perkins, a pioneering psychologist with over 23 years in ADHD specialization, explores the unique challenges of managing ADHD as we age. She delves into how emotional regulation and impulsivity evolve, particularly during significant life changes like menopause. The conversation highlights the often-blurred line between ADHD memory issues and cognitive decline. Dr. Perkins also shares insights on self-acceptance and the diminishing need for people-pleasing, emphasizing that age offers opportunities for growth and understanding.
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ADHD Management Changes With Age
- ADHD symptoms may feel harder to manage with age due to increased life responsibilities and reduced external structure.
- Management depends on personal circumstances, awareness, and adaptive strategies rather than age alone.
Alcoholism Worsens Without ADHD Support
- Alex shares how alcoholism worsened with age due to ADHD-related rumination and pressure buildup.
- This illustrates how untreated ADHD challenges compound over time, increasing risk of negative behaviors.
Linked Executive and Emotional Challenges
- Executive function challenges and emotional regulation in ADHD are deeply interlinked and influence each other.
- Increased stress or emotional dysregulation worsens focus and planning, creating a vicious cycle.
