ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka EP. 71: ADHD and the Importance of Fun, with Psychologist, Author & Grand Poohbah of Play, Dr. Kirsten Milliken
May 13, 2020
Dr. Kirsten Milliken, a licensed psychologist and ADHD coach, shares her late-in-life diagnosis and the transformative power of play in managing ADHD. She emphasizes how play enhances self-awareness and motivation, making daily tasks more enjoyable. The discussion includes the importance of balancing hyper-focus with breaks and the creation of the 'World Without ADHD' project to celebrate the strengths of those with ADHD. Kirsten also encourages artistic expression across ages, reinforcing community engagement and creativity in overcoming challenges.
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Late Diagnosis
- Dr. Kirsten Milliken was diagnosed with ADHD at 42 after her son's diagnosis.
- She realized ADHD's heritability and recognized her own lifelong experiences.
Key Symptoms
- Dr. Milliken's key ADHD symptoms include emotional outbursts and difficulty completing tasks fully.
- She often left a few dishes unwashed, not intentionally, but due to shifting attention.
Never Fit In
- Dr. Milliken always felt different but never desired to fit in.
- She found others she could have fit in with to be boring.
