Why 75% of Women With ADHD Go Undiagnosed - Shanna Pearson

In this conversation, Shanna Pearson, founder of Expert ADHD Coaching, shares her unexpected journey into the world of ADHD coaching, highlighting the unique challenges faced by women with ADHD, the impact of hormonal changes, and the importance of nutrition and lifestyle. She discusses the multifaceted nature of ADHD, the common misdiagnoses, and the significance of understanding catastrophic thinking patterns. Shanna also emphasizes the need for effective tools, such as gamification and simplified to-do lists, to help individuals manage their ADHD symptoms more effectively.

Chapters

00:00 Shana Pearson's Journey into ADHD Coaching

05:34 Understanding ADHD in Women

10:05 Defining ADHD: Myths and Realities

15:33 Catastrophic Thinking and ADHD

19:07 The Paradox of To-Do Lists for ADHD

21:23 Hormonal Influences on ADHD in Women

31:38 Gamification as a Tool for Focus

36:08 The Importance of Nutrition and Sleep for ADHD