You're Wrong About ADHD

To wrap up Series Four of You're Wrong About ADHD, Sam and Katie dive into the inbox to read your messages, answer your questions, and reflect on the shared ADHD experience. From late diagnoses and grieving differently to how hard it can be just to start the process of getting help.They talk about managing ADHD without meds, the emotional side of being diagnosed, and the messy, nonlinear path to self-understanding. Whether you’re wondering if it’s worth getting assessed, finding it hard to grieve, or supporting a loved one who might have ADHD, this episode offers warmth, solidarity and encouragement from a community that gets it.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

What if your ADHD symptoms could be eased just by changing how and when you eat?In this bonus episode, Sam and Katie speak with Annika Angelo, nutritional therapist and founder of NutriMind, who specialises in supporting neurodivergent individuals. Together, they explore how eating patterns, nutrient metabolism, and simple changes in diet can impact focus, mood and energy.Annika unpacks the science behind ADHD brains and blood sugar, the importance of magnesium and vitamin D, and why eating regularly might be more powerful than any supplement. She shares practical, shame-free advice for managing cravings, overcoming food-related task paralysis, and building consistency without perfection.Whether you forget to eat or binge without realising, this conversation will help you understand what your body is really asking for and how to start listening.Find out more about Annika's cookbook 'Eat to Focus' hereNew episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

This week, Sam and Katie are joined by GP, nutritionist and AuDHDer Dr Helen Lawal to unpack why food and ADHD can be such a complicated mix. From forgotten meals to bingeing on sugar, they explore the very real struggles many ADHDers face around eating- and why it’s not about willpower.Dr Helen shares what’s going on in the ADHD brain when it comes to hunger signals, planning meals and managing cravings. She explains how executive function, perfectionism and shame all play a role, and why letting go of unrealistic food ideals can be a game changer.Together, they discuss the power of small, sustainable shifts- like frozen food, repeat meals and cutting the shame- and why it’s okay to take shortcuts if it means your brain is getting what it needs.Whether you're dealing with overwhelm in the kitchen or trying to find a better balance, this is a compassionate and practical look at how to support your body and mind without burning out.Find out more about Dr Helen Lawal’s free masterclass here New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

Exploring the profound impact of undiagnosed ADHD, the hosts dive into personal stories of burnout and family dynamics. They reflect on the emotional challenges of navigating relationships and the societal pressures that hinder pursuing hobbies. The conversation highlights the importance of radical acceptance and compassionate self-view after diagnosis. With candid insights, they reveal how understanding ADHD can help untangle the past, leading to healing and improved coping strategies for those affected.

What happens when you realise the struggles you’ve carried for decades weren’t personal failures, but missed signs of ADHD?This week, Sam and Katie are joined by journalist and author Grace Timothy, who was diagnosed with ADHD in her thirties after years of anxiety, burnout and never quite feeling “on top of things”. Together, they unpack the five things Grace wishes she’d known earlier- from why she kept quitting jobs, to how rejection sensitivity shaped her relationships.Grace shares her emotional journey to diagnosis, the grief and clarity that followed, and what it’s like navigating motherhood, career and self-acceptance without medication. They reflect on how shame shows up in daily life, and what it really means to forgive yourself for being “bad at admin”.This is a raw, thoughtful and relatable conversation about reframing the past, reclaiming the present and reimagining a future with ADHD understanding at its core.Find out more about Grace Timothy’s book ‘Is It My ADHD?’ hereNew episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

In this bonus episode, Katie and Sam reflect on their conversation with clinical psychologist Dr Gilly Kahn about ADHD, screen time, and social media- and how it hit home.They open up about their own love-hate relationships with their phones from endless scrolling and accidental time-loss, to the guilt of modelling digital overload for their kids. Together they explore what makes tech so addictive for ADHD brains, how to build healthier digital habits and why it’s not about ditching devices altogether but using them with intention.With personal stories, practical ideas, and plenty of honesty, this is a thoughtful look at why setting boundaries with screens can feel so difficult- especially for ADHDers.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

Is your phone a lifeline, a trap - or maybe both - if you have ADHD?This week, Sam and Katie are joined by clinical psychologist, ADHD advocate and writer Dr Gilly Kahn to explore the complex relationship between ADHD, screen time and social media. From dopamine dips and impulsive scrolling to the guilt that comes after a binge-watch spiral, they dig into why tech can feel both essential and overwhelming for neurodivergent minds.Together, they unpack how screens affect focus, sleep and self-esteem and why so many people with ADHD struggle to set boundaries around devices. Gilly shares her own story of taking a seven-year break from social media, offers science-backed insights on behavioural addiction, and gives practical strategies to help you use your phone with intention (instead of it using you).Whether you're constantly doom-scrolling or just curious about why logging off feels so hard, this episode is full of clarity, compassion and helpful tools.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

In this bonus episode, Katie and Sam get real about ADHD and memory- from forgotten birthdays to misplaced cars- and the practical, emotional, and occasionally hilarious fallout that follows.They’re joined by ADHD coach Aoife Hughes, who shares compassionate, science-backed strategies for building memory scaffolding, reducing shame, and understanding what our brains actually need. Together, they unpack radical acceptance, emotional overwhelm, and why writing things down is more powerful than you think. Whether you’re over-relying on tech or just tired of saying “sorry I forgot,” this is a gentle, empowering reminder that support, safety, and sticky notes all have a place in the ADHD toolbox.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

What happens when ADHD doesn’t look the way people expect it to, and what’s the cost when it gets missed?This week, Sam and Katie are joined by psychotherapist, activist and founder of ADHD Babes, Vivienne Isebor, to explore how ADHD shows up differently in Black women and non-binary people, and why that matters. Vivienne shares her own late diagnosis story, the cultural barriers that still exist around recognising ADHD, and how building a community for people like her became life-saving.Together, they unpack the damage caused by stereotypes, the inherited silence around neurodivergence, and the importance of joy, rest and connection in healing. Vivienne talks candidly about the emotional toll of being misread, the power of peer support, and why she’s hopeful about the future- even while pushing for systemic change.Whether you’re navigating your own diagnosis or just want to understand what ADHD looks like beyond the clichés, this conversation is packed with insight, care and collective wisdom.Find out more about ADHD Babes here New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

In this bonus episode, Katie and Sam reflect on their conversation with coach and podcast host Kate Moryoussef, exploring what it really means to love- and be loved- when you have ADHD.They open up about guilt, burnout, and the invisible load that often comes with neurodivergence. From parenting to partnership, they discuss how ADHD affects emotional labour, the fear of being “too much”, and the importance of empathy and communication on both sides. It’s an honest look at the complexities of support, self-awareness, and learning to let go- even when that means letting someone else book the flights.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.