I Have ADHD Podcast 369 BITESIZE | Why ADHD Is So Hard to Explain (and Why It Matters)
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Jan 15, 2026 The complexities of ADHD are unpacked, revealing why even experts struggle to fully explain it. Listeners are invited to empathize with loved ones affected by ADHD. The discussion highlights how ADHD amplifies common life challenges and often goes unnoticed by those without the condition. Key frustrations, like the gap between knowledge and action, are explored, emphasizing ADHD as a self-regulation disorder. Executive function deficits and their real-life implications are examined, along with guidance on how to support someone sharing their ADHD diagnosis.
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Ask About Their Specific Experience
- If you're neurotypical, ask your ADHD loved one about their specific experience rather than assuming generalities.
- Kristen Carder encourages using this episode as a conversation starter and to invite personal details from your loved one.
Loneliness Drives The Need For Connection
- Loneliness is common among adults with ADHD and motivates connection-focused resources.
- Kristen Carder created this episode to act as a bridge between ADHD and neurotypical listeners to reduce isolation.
ADHD Amplifies Universal Struggles
- ADHD doesn't create new problems; it amplifies universal struggles until they become debilitating.
- Kristen Carder explains that common issues like distractibility become severe across multiple life areas for people with ADHD.