The ADHD Adults Podcast

Episode 109 The week in ADHD (26)

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May 25, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Sam's ADHD Forgetfulness Stories

  • Sam shared several forgetful and humorous mishaps she experienced this week, including leaving car keys in a new car and confusion with driving directions.
  • These anecdotes highlight common ADHD-related challenges with memory and executive function in daily life.
ADVICE

Manage Overwhelm by Resetting

  • When overwhelmed, it's okay to delete and reset message inboxes instead of pushing through stress.
  • Communicate openly about needing breaks to maintain mental health, as James did successfully.
INSIGHT

Trauma vs. Neurodevelopmental ADHD

  • Trauma can trigger ADHD symptoms but does not generally cause traditional ADHD, which is a neurodevelopmental disorder.
  • Resolving trauma may improve ADHD-like symptoms, but it doesn't cure ADHD if the brain developed differently.
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