The Anxious Achiever ADHD Expert (and Diagnosee) Dr. Ned Hallowell on Unwrapping Our Gifts and Changing Labels
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Jul 17, 2024 
Dr. Ned Hallowell, ADHD expert, challenges the stigma of ADHD, describing it as a Ferrari brain with bicycle brakes. He discusses embracing neurodivergence, finding joy in work, and shares insights on managing ADHD in the workforce. The podcast explores attention traits, embracing ADHD as an asset, navigating the digital age, and strategies for managing worry.
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Personal Journey Inspires Advocasy
- Dr. Ned Hallowell shares how his family's open truth-telling and his father's bipolar journey shaped his advocacy against stigma.
- He highlights that neurodivergent people, like entrepreneurs, are innovators and a vital force in the world.
ADHD Brain as Ferrari with Bicycle Brakes
- ADHD brains have a powerful 'Ferrari engine' imagination but weak 'bicycle brakes' for inhibition.
- This disinhibition fuels creativity but also causes difficulties with focus and appropriateness.
Switching Networks Fuel ADHD Anxiety
- The task positive network (TPN) activates during focused tasks and the default mode network (DMN) activates during rest.
- In ADHD, poor switching between these causes the DMN to become a 'demon' fueling negative self-talk and mental anguish.