The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Could It Be ADHD? Understanding Adult Diagnosis & Coaching
Could your distractibility, overwhelm, or forgetfulness be signs of ADHD — even in adulthood? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr Marianne Trent is joined by Dr Kara Davey, Clinical Psychologist and ADHD assessor and coach to explore what ADHD can look like in adults, especially those missed in childhood.
They discuss common adult ADHD symptoms, how late diagnoses are made, and how ADHD coaching helps with executive functioning, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
This episode also covers ADHD masking, how it differs in women and girls, and why so many people are misunderstood for years. Whether you’re exploring an adult ADHD diagnosis yourself, supporting a loved one, or working with clients, this conversation offers insight, compassion, and practical support.
Watch now to learn how ADHD coaching can change lives.
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Highlights:
- 00:00 – Introduction: Why adult ADHD is being recognised more
- 02:30 – Kara shares her own adult ADHD diagnosis journey
- 05:15 – Common misconceptions about ADHD (not just hyper boys!)
- 08:40 – What internal hyperactivity looks like in adults
- 11:50 – Missed signs of ADHD in girls and women
- 15:25 – The double bind: masking and burnout
- 18:10 – “I didn’t realise other people weren’t thinking like this…”
- 21:00 – Getting an ADHD diagnosis: NHS vs private routes
- 24:15 – The role of clinical psychologists in ADHD assessments
- 27:40 – Stigma, shame, and late diagnosis in adults
- 31:10 – How ADHD coaching supports emotional wellbeing
- 35:00 – From self-doubt to self-knowledge: the power of reframing
- 38:45 – Compassionate support strategies for clients or loved ones
- 42:30 – What not to say to someone with ADHD
- 45:00 – Final reflections and encouragement for late-diagnosed adults
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