Change Your Brain Every Day Oliver Hudson: Untreated ADHD & the Dark Side of Antidepressant Withdrawal
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Jul 28, 2025 
Oliver Hudson, the American actor known for roles in "Dawson's Creek" and "The Mountain," joins his sister Kate Hudson and mental health experts Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen. They dive into Oliver's lifelong struggles with anxiety and untreated ADHD, revealing surprising insights from a brain scan. He shares his painful journey with antidepressant withdrawal and the often-overlooked signs of ADHD. The conversation emphasizes emotional growth, the transformative power of understanding brain health, and practical strategies for managing thoughts and emotions.
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Oliver Hudson's Anxiety & Medication Story
- Oliver Hudson experienced panic attacks and anxiety into his twenties and thirties, worsened by antidepressants that stopped him from sweating.
- Withdrawal from Lexapro was brutal, but no one had diagnosed his underlying ADHD during those struggles.
Lexapro Can Worsen ADHD Symptoms
- Lexapro reduces anxiety by increasing serotonin but lowers dopamine, which is crucial for focus.
- This tradeoff can worsen ADHD symptoms by increasing inattentiveness and procrastination rather than resolving them.
Oliver's School & ADD Challenges
- Oliver Hudson struggled with school due to procrastination and immature motivation, leaving college after two years.
- He felt emotionally behind due to undiagnosed ADD that delayed his developmental readiness for academics.
