Heal Thy Self with Dr. G ADHD: Millions Don’t Know They Have It & Blame Themselves for Years | Heal Thy Self w/ Dr. G # 430
Nov 3, 2025
Many adults unknowingly live with ADHD, mistaking their challenges for personal flaws. Dr. G's personal journey reveals how understanding ADHD can transform shame into self-compassion. The discussion dives into the neuroscience behind ADHD, its misdiagnosis, and how trauma influences its manifestation. Stimulant medications are explored, highlighting their long-term effects and the importance of informed consent. Practical strategies, such as structured routines and mindfulness, are also shared to help manage symptoms and improve focus.
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Late-Life Diagnosis That Reframed Everything
- Dr. Christian Gonzales discovered he had ADHD at 41 and everything in his life suddenly made sense.
- He describes lifelong patterns like losing keys, unfinished projects, chronic lateness, and sensory overwhelm.
Friends Spot What He Missed
- A friend gently pointed out his ADHD during a trip, triggering immediate realization and silence in the room.
- That same dinner led multiple friends to confirm they also lived with ADHD, showing varied presentations.
Brain Networks Explain Distractibility
- ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition involving the prefrontal cortex and striatum not coordinating efficiently.
- The default mode network intrudes more often, pulling focus away and causing internal interruptions.