ADHD & the Non-ADHD Partner with Dr. Ari Tuckman

Over the last few weeks, we have been exploring different topics related to our relationships and how we interact with others. Today, we welcome Dr. Ari Tuckman for a conversation about the relationship dynamic with one ADHD partner and one non-ADHD partner.

From the ADHD partner who sees their non-ADHD counterpart as a savior to the frustrated couple struggling to bridge the communication gap, Tuckman explores the full spectrum of experiences that define these relationships. He delves into the emotional challenges that both partners face, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the world of resentment, shame, fear, and burnout that can threaten even the strongest of bonds.

But Tuckman's exploration is not just a catalogue of challenges; it's a beacon of hope. He teases practical strategies and insights that promise to help couples navigate this complex terrain, hinting at the transformative power of communication, understanding, and compromise.

Links & Notes

• More Attention, Less Deficit - Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD
• Dig into the podcast Shownotes Database

• (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast
• (00:58) - Get to know the show
• (01:36) - Become a Patron
• (02:14) - Introducing Ari Tuckman and the Miami Vice Look
• (03:42) - Bringing your Whole Self to a relationship
• (10:16) - The Curse of the Invisible Paintjob
• (21:08) - Relationship Entitlement
• (31:56) - Red Flag Language
• (34:44) - When do you need to find a therapist?