The Anxious Achiever What We Still Don’t Understand about Adult ADHD
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Mar 19, 2025 Dr. James Kustow, a London psychiatrist specializing in adult ADHD, shares groundbreaking insights into the condition. He discusses how ADHD is often misunderstood, particularly in women, and emphasizes its connection to emotional health. Kustow explores ADHD as a dysregulation disorder, affecting both mental and physical well-being. He advocates for a holistic approach, highlighting links to dysautonomia and hypermobility. The conversation also delves into effective trauma treatments and emotional regulation techniques, affirming the need for integrated care in managing ADHD.
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ADHD: Disorder or Difference?
- Dr. James Kustow hesitates to call ADHD a disorder, recognizing the negative connotations.
- He acknowledges a movement to embrace neurodiversity, but emphasizes ADHD's potential for significant impairment.
A Psychiatrist's Self-Discovery
- Dr. Kustow discusses his own ADHD diagnosis, initially attributing his struggles to trauma.
- Discovering an article by Professor Philip Asherson provided a framework for understanding his experiences.
ADHD in Marriage Counseling
- Dr. Kustow mentions his patient, pop star Matt Willis, who discovered his ADHD during marriage counseling.
- Willis initially resisted the diagnosis but found it illuminating for his relationship challenges.
