ADHD Chatter Do you have AuDHD (Autism & ADHD)? 10 Signs | Dr. Samantha Hiew
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Oct 6, 2025 Dr. Samantha Hiew, a PhD-qualified medical scientist specializing in female ADHD and autism, shares her insights on AuDHD. She discusses the unique struggles faced by AuDHD individuals, such as the complexities of masking and social burnout. Samantha explains internal clashes between ADHD and autism traits, emphasizing how these can lead to shame and RSD. She also offers strategies for navigating relationships and the importance of unmasking. Additionally, she highlights life events that can trigger AuDHD traits and the link between AuDHD, depression, and loneliness.
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Difficulty Shifting Gears
- AuDHD commonly causes difficulty shifting gears, alternating between craving freedom and needing routine.
- These shifts create time-blindness and overwhelm when plans change unexpectedly.
Shutdowns Vs Meltdowns
- Shutdowns are internal and mutism-like, while meltdowns are externalized with rage or outbursts.
- Meltdowns often arrive like a tsunami after many accumulated triggers and sensory overwhelm.
Address Masking Intentionally
- Recognize masking as a survival strategy learned from repeated adaptation to expectations.
- Seek identity work after diagnosis to rediscover who you are beneath the mask.
