You're Wrong About ADHD

In this bonus episode, Sam and Katie look back at what growing up with undiagnosed ADHD was really like, and what they wish they could go back and tell their younger selves.From the frustration and shame of not understanding why things felt harder, to the relief of finally realising their brains were simply wired differently. They talk about parenting with ADHD, breaking unhelpful cycles, and the power of kindness towards your past self. Sam and Katie open up about the moments that shaped them- and the lessons they’d pass on now.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.

This week, Sam and Katie unpack the landmark government report on ADHD services in England and what it reveals about the system’s failures, costs, and opportunities for change.They’re joined by Professor Anita Thapar, one of the UK’s leading experts in child and adolescent psychiatry and Chair of the Independent ADHD Taskforce. Together they explore why ADHD can no longer be treated as a niche condition, how underdiagnosis has left thousands without support, and what needs to happen next to fix it.From early intervention and education reform to tackling the £17 billion cost of neglect, this conversation lays out a hopeful roadmap for what proper ADHD care could look like and why it’s time for action, not waiting lists.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 sit down with Chartered Psychologist Dr Lindsey Roberts to take on some of the biggest myths and misconceptions about ADHD.From the outdated belief that it only affects hyperactive children, to the harmful idea that it’s caused by poor parenting, they explore where these myths come from, why they persist, and the damage they can do. Lindsey also shares her own late ADHD diagnosis, the life-changing impact of medication, and the urgent need for more compassion, awareness and workplace inclusion.With warmth, honesty and plenty of straight-talking, this is a myth-busting conversation that challenges stigma, sets the record straight, and reminds us why understanding ADHD matters for everyone.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 episode, Sam and Katie open the inbox to read your messages, answer your questions, and reflect on the moments that connect us all. From family tensions and late diagnoses to burnout, self-compassion and rediscovering who you are once the dust settles after assessments.They talk about setting boundaries with difficult parents, how to find motivation when everything feels impossible, and what recovery from long-term burnout really looks like. There’s laughter, tears, and plenty of “me too” moments along the way- a reminder that ADHD is something we live with, not something that defines who we are.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, Sam and Katie sit down with Alex Conner and James Brown, scientists, advocates and co-hosts of The ADHD Adults podcast, to unpack the real science behind ADHD.Together they explore the myths, the messy truth and the emotional realities that don’t always make the headlines. From late diagnoses and internalised shame to emotional dysregulation and medication, Alex and James open up about their own experiences and why understanding the evidence can be life changing.They discuss how friendship and honesty can make the difference between surviving and thriving, why there’s no single version of ADHD, and what it really means to accept your brain as it is.Find out more about Alex Conner and James Brown’s book ADHD Unpacked 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, author and ADHD coach Dr Tamara Rosier joins Sam and Katie to explore one of the most overlooked aspects of ADHD- emotional regulation- and why it’s so often misunderstood, especially in men.As part of Movember and Men’s Mental Health Month, they discuss why so many men with ADHD struggle to recognise and express emotions, how that can lead to anger, burnout and shame, and what it really means to live in “hyper” or “hypo” arousal. Dr Rosier explains the neuroscience behind these emotional extremes and shares practical tools for widening your “window of tolerance”- from body check-ins to sensory grounding and even “run-crying”.Sam opens up about his own experiences of suppressing feelings, self-criticism and learning to sit with discomfort rather than explode, while Katie reflects on how generations of men have been taught to hide vulnerability.This is a conversation about understanding what’s really going on beneath the surface and why learning to manage your emotions isn’t weakness, but one of the bravest and most transformative parts of ADHD self-awareness.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 reflects on Sam’s conversation with content creator Holly Morris, whose story explored what it really means to be labelled “away with the fairies.”Together, Sam and Katie dig deeper into how language shapes the way women experience and understand ADHD. Katie opens up about her own school years- from masking and “hiding in plain sight” to the pressure of fitting into expectations that didn’t suit her ADHD at all.They discuss the power of labels like “bossy”, “ditsy”, and “dreamer” and how phrases that seem harmless can shape self-esteem, identity, and even the way ADHD presents in girls and women.It’s a thoughtful, personal follow-up to Holly’s episode, exploring how awareness starts with the words we use and why changing the language around ADHD in women matters more than we think.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.

This week, content creator and podcast host Holly Morris is here to unpack the phrase “away with the fairies” and what it really means for women with ADHD. Holly opens up about her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, the exhaustion of masking, and how years of being labelled “ditsy” or “spacey” shaped her sense of self.Together, Sam and Holly, explore how those same traits- imagination, sensitivity, and intensity- can also be superpowers, fuelling creativity, empathy and humour. Holly also shares what school was like behind the mask, why she used to “study” other girls to fit in, and how she finally learned to see her differences as strengths rather than flaws.From the guilt of lateness to the relief of self-understanding, this is a conversation about identity, self-acceptance, and the power of reframing what it really means to be “away with the fairies”- and why it’s time we finally retired the phrase for good.Find out more about Holly’s podcast Lousy Advice 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, Sam and Katie welcome back presenter Katrina Ridley, who joins them fresh from her ADHD assessment to share what happened next.Before this episode, Katrina opened up about the uncertainty and self-doubt of waiting for a diagnosis. Now, she’s back with answers- and a new sense of clarity. From discovering she’s in the “top one percentile” of ADHD traits to finding pride in how far she’s come, Katrina reflects on what her diagnosis really means, the relief of having language for her experiences, and how medication has transformed her day-to-day life.Together, they dig into the unexpected emotions of finally getting a diagnosis, the validation, the self-compassion, and the ripple effects on relationships, work and identity. Katrina also opens up about hormone cycles, imposter feelings, and how coaching helped her turn chaos into confidence.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.

This week, Sam and Katie sit down with presenter Katrina Ridley to explore what it’s like to live with ADHD symptoms before you have a diagnosis. For ADHD Awareness Month, Katrina shares her journey of suspicion, self-doubt and resilience, from the first signs that something felt different to the challenges of managing undiagnosed ADHD in her relationships and career.Together, they dig into the messy realities of waiting for an assessment, the fears of “what if I don’t have it”, and the relief that comes from finally having language for your struggles. Along the way, they reflect on how ADHD can be masked by success, misunderstood by family, and hidden under depression or burnout.From moments of self-sabotage to the everyday tools that really help, this is a candid and heartfelt look at life just before diagnosis- and why sharing stories like Katrina’s matters so much during ADHD Awareness Month.And don’t miss Friday’s bonus episode, where Katrina returns to share how her assessment went and how she’s doing now post-diagnosis.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.