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Women & ADHD

Ali Barton: Cognitive (in)flexibility & trusting your gut

Mar 4, 2024
Discover the different presentations of ADHD in women and how cognitive flexibility plays a crucial role in decision-making. Listen to Ali Barton's journey through life-threatening health challenges during pregnancy and a heart transplant. Learn about the importance of trusting your gut feelings and intuition, even when others may not understand.
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Quick takeaways

  • Trusting gut instincts despite external opinions is a valuable trait for decision-making.
  • Maintaining routines and physical activity can provide mental respite during challenging times.

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Challenges and Triumphs During Pregnancy and Heart Transplant

Facing unexpected complications during her fourth pregnancy, the podcast discusses the speaker's battle with acute heart failure and a rare autoimmune condition, endomiocardial fibrosis. Advised to terminate the pregnancy, she chose to continue, spending the remainder in the hospital. This experience ultimately led to a heart transplant five months post-birth, chronicling a journey of resilience and steadfastness amidst life-threatening health challenges.

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