A deeper dive on ADHD, sex, and consent (Cate Osborn is back!)

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Jan 21, 2025

Cate Osborn, a sex educator and host of "Sorry, I Missed This," joins to discuss how ADHD reshapes intimacy and communication. She shares insights on executive function challenges affecting relationships and highlights the nuances of consent and rejection sensitivity. Cate explains that for many, 'sex is a task' and offers strategies for navigating impulsivity in romantic settings. Listeners will appreciate her candid anecdotes and the importance of using clear communication to foster intimacy in neurodivergent couples.

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INSIGHT

Executive Function and Intimacy

Executive function affects many aspects of life, including sex and relationships.
Challenges like working memory and task initiation can impact intimacy.

ANECDOTE

Time Zone Troubles and Missed Events

Cate Osborn emailed the producer thinking she missed the interview due to a calendar time zone issue.
Laura Key also experienced a similar time-related mishap with her daughter's basketball tryout.

INSIGHT

Sex as a Task

Sex, like any task, involves various steps and challenges, from initiation to emotional regulation.
People with ADHD might struggle with these aspects, or be hypersexual, affecting their experiences.

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