Rox Pink, one half of ADHD Love, is back! …but this time, she’s joined by renowned psychologist Jo Perkins to dissect her ADHD and help understand the root of her complex behaviours. 00:00 Trailer 01:08 Dedication  01:18 Tiimo advert 03:51 Is our (Alex + Rox’s) ADHD THAT obvious? 05:09 Joe, what do you think the tell tale signs are if someone has ADHD and Rox, do you relate to any of these things? 11:02 ADHD and accepting compliments  20:53 Rox, what part did trauma play in your upbringing? 29:22 Rox’s relationship with her parents  45:47 The surprising link between ADHD and creativity  51:13 The neuroscience of Hyperfocus 01:05:11 The confusions between ADHD and BPD 01:09:30 Masking  01:27:19 The ADHD Agony aunt segment (Washing machine of woes) 01:30:18 Rox, can you explain the visceral feeling of RSD? 01:38:46 The link between ADHD and narcissism  01:52:27 Advice for parents with an ADHD child 01:59:27 A letter from the previous guest  Visit Dr Jo Perkins’s website 👉 https://drjoperkins.com Find Dr Jo Perkins on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drjoperkins/ Find Rox on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/adhd_love_/?hl=en Order Alex’s life changing ADHD book 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=afbc8e54-557e-4c22-9114-ac7b2b961a75 Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/adhdchatter Producer: Timon Woodward  DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can we hack our Rejection Sensitivity and take control of our reactions? In this episode, Alex chats to two renowned psychologists, Dr Mark Rackley and Dr Jo Perkins. In this powerful conversation, Mark and Jo explain the science behind RSD, how we can become masters of our emotional reactions, why people pleasing is the avoidance of criticism, how we can conquer our internal critic and how we can stop ruminating over past mistakes. We also explored the fascinating topic of how RSD can dip into the realm of paranoia. 00:00 Trailer 01:01 Dedication 01:10 Tiimo advert 03:47 The item that trigger RSD in my relationship 04:33 Jo, what is RSD? 12:31 Why does the ADHD brain cause RSD? 14:54 Is RSD an official medical diagnosis? 15:10 Is there a range of emotions that come up when someone's RSD is triggered? 18:29 How to deal with RSD shame 24:40 An RSD trigger in my relationship 31:22 What common social interactions might cause RSD 35:57 How to manage RSD in relationships 39:05 Is there a noticeable difference with RSD throughout a person's lifespan 41:34 Do different sexes get triggered by different things 46:10 The physiological reason why we feel Rejection in our Gut 48:14 Is there a link between RSD and rumination of thoughts? 49:09 Can RSD cause suicidal ideation 52:28 Is there an evolutionary reason why focussing on the negatives is of benefit? 54:40 The ADHD agony aunt segment (Washing machine of woes) 01:03:42 People who don't get affected at all by rejection, are they Sociopaths? 01:04:59 Can RSD be so sensitive, that it can almost dip into the realm of paranoia? 01:06:48 How can we manage our RSD? 01:13:15 Tips for a person who wants to stop obsessively reflecting on past mistakes 01:19:15 Is there anything you would like to ask each other? 01:20:05 A letter from the previous guest Visit Dr Jo Perkin's website 👉 https://drjoperkins.com Visit Dr Mark Rackley's website 👉 https://drmarkrackley.com Find Dr Jo Perkins on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drjoperkins/ FInd Dr Mark Rackley on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmarkrackley/ Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/adhdchatter Producer: Timon Woodward DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TJ Power is an esteemed neuroscientist and international speaker. Today, he explains the perfect morning routine for an ADHDer, and how we can easily achieve natural dopamine. Access my EXCLUSIVE ADHD MasterClass 👉 https://adhdchatter.myflodesk.com/masterclass Pre-order my book 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 late diagnosed ADHD women sit together in conversation and share their ADHD lessons and hacks. At the table: Shappi Khorsandi, Ellie Middleton, Kat Brown and Stacey Duguid Pre-order my brand new book, Now It All Makes Sense 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://www.tiimoapp.com/adhdchatter Do you want to feel the benefits of Stasis? Use code ADHDCHATTER for 20% off your first order. Discount automatically applied at checkout: https://takestasis.com/discount/ADHDCHATTER?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=adhdchatter2409&utm_id=adhdchatter Valid for US customers only Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Mark Rackley is a leading psychologist who specialises in ADHD. Dr. Mark shares his techniques to manage emotional regulation & stop repressing emotions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Freed is the founder of Stasis, a supplement brand that helps minimise the unwanted side effects of stimulant medication. After Dan graduated from Yale university, he devoted his career to helping those with ADHD live a clearer and more balanced life. 00:00 Trailer 00:53 Dedication 01:02 Tiimo advert 03:38 ADHD item reveal 08:51 Dan’s journey to an ADHD diagnosis 12:42 The water bottle analogy 14:18 Dan’s ADHD medication experience 18:04 What are Nootropics 19:41 The connection between stimulants and anxiety 25:19 Why are YOU the right person to solve this problem 28:31 Do ADHD medications have a lack of research behind them? 32:59 Long term effects of stimulant medication 34:50 What part did Trial and Error play in your formation of Stasis 42:16 Stasis advert 44:16 Top 5 adverse reactions to stimulant medication 47:21 What timeframe can a consumer expect to experience between taking Stasis and feeling the benefits 49:24 How does ADHD show up in your relationship 55:16 Common ADHD scenarios that Stasis can help with 57:25 ADHD item extra story 59:05 The ADHD agony aunt segment (Washing machine of woes) 01:04:03 Do you think ADHD is a force for good in the world and a determining factor in our progression as a species? 01:06:54 What ADHD myths would you like to debunk while you're here? 01:11:49 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:13:31 Behind the scenes clips Do you want to feel the benefits of Stasis or Thesis? Use code ADHDCHATTER for 20% off your first order for either brand. Discount automatically applied at checkout: STASIS: https://takestasis.com/discount/ADHDCHATTER THESIS: https://takethesis.com/discount/ADHDCHATTER Valid for US customers only Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr James Kustow is a leading London-based Consultant Psychiatrist and a trained integrative psychotherapist. Today he shares how to manage Emotional Dysregulation + Executive Dysfunction (and be more productive). Pre-order Alex's book entitled Now It All Makes Sense 👉 https://linktr.ee/adhdchatter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessie Mei Li is an English actress best known for her starring role as the main character in the Netflix fantasy series Shadow and Bone. Today, she opens up about her late ADHD & Autism diagnosis, and reveals the lessons she's learnt along the way. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 00:49 Dedication 00:59 Tiimo Advert 03:32 ADHD Item reveal 04:06 What was your first memory of feeling different? 17:57 The journey to an ADHD diagnosis 25:00 Post diagnosis emotions 31:05 Masking 35:33 What was the "hurricane" and "trauma" you experienced as a youth 45:13 Misunderstood Neurodiverse traits 49:03 Being neurodivegent an a film set 57:16 Stasis advert 59:06 The mental health cost of being misunderstood 01:01:27 Opening up about toxic romantic relationships 01:02:50 Advice for your younger self 01:04:36 ADHD item explanation 01:13:00 The ADHD agony aunt (The washing machine of woes) 01:16:38 How does ADHD and Autism conflict within you 01:17:47 How would you convince an ADHD/Autistic sceptic 01:19:48 What would you say to a (theoretical) casting director who says they wouldn't hire you because you have AuDHD? 01:20:37 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:21:55 Behind the scenes clips Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Do you want to feel the benefits of Stasis? Use code ADHDCHATTER for 20% off your first order. Discount automatically applied at checkout: https://takestasis.com/discount/ADHDCHATTER?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=adhdchatter2409&utm_id=adhdchatter Valid for US customers only Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Ned Hallowell is a Harvard educated psychiatrist, author, and the world's No.1 authority on ADHD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Millie Mackintosh, famous for her appearances on Made In Chelsea, opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis. Chapters 00:00 Trailer 00:53 Dedication 01:03 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:30 ADHD item reveal 04:08 Early memories of feeling different 06:18 How ADHD showed up during your teenage years 08:23 Your relationship with parents Pre vs Post diagnosis 11:33 Do you feel like you have masked throughout your life? 16:37 Is there a good feeling that comes with masking? 17:32 Early signs of burnout 24:21 How your ADHD diagnosis made you feel 25:37 Has impulsivity ever got you into trouble 31:15 Through the prism of ADHD, what's a list of your strengths vs your weaknesses? 32:40 What does it feel like if someone picks you up on your weaknesses? 37:51 Made In Chelsea 39:31 The decision to go ‘alcohol free’ 41:52 The rock bottom moment 46:00 ADHD item explanation 47:45 ADHD agony aunt segment (Washing machine of woes) 50:44 I’m guessing a lot of clips resurface and you could even feel haunted by them, how does this intercept with your RSD 51:55 What is it like navigating the trials and tribulations of not only yourself growing up, but the complexities of a relationship in the public eye? 01:03:44 Advice for younger self Buy Millie's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bad-Drunk-found-freedom-alcohol/dp/0349443815 Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martine McCutcheon is an actress, best known for her roles in Eastenders & Love Actually. In this week's bitesize clip, Martine shares her late ADHD diagnosis realisations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Susannah Constantine is best known for being one half of Trinny and Susannah, but today she emotionally opens up with her daughter, Esme, about how ADHD has impacted their family. Susannah & Esme bravely share the many lessons they've learnt along the way. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer  00:56 Dedication  01:05 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo  03:40 Which one of you has ADHD? 04:05 ADHD item reveal 04:26 Susannah, when was your first memory of feeling different 06:28 Esme, when was your first memory of feeling different?  08:56 Susannah’s alcoholism rock bottom moment  10:38 What keeps you sober? 12:16 Esme, when was your ADHD diagnosis  14:45 Susannah, what did ADHD mean to you before Esme was diagnosed  17:24 Esme, what's your experience of ADHD been as you've grown with it 21:03 Susannah, how do you feel when you see Esme in distress  22:38 Do you both ever clash with regards to the meaning of ADHD? 29:01 How anxiety manifests in you both  34:43 Susannah, did being famous make you anxious  38:46 Rejection sensitivity  48:54 A message from our sponsor: Stasis 50:45 ADHD item explanation  52:32 ADHD agony aunt segment (The washing machine of woes) 56:55 Esme, how do you OWN your ADHD 57:30 Do you think Susannah has ADHD 01:00:04 Susannah, what helped you navigate through life  01:00:37 Self esteem issues amongst women  01:02:38 Suicide ideation  01:11:55 What have you taught each other about ADHD 01:15:28 What could each other improve on 01:24:09 What would you NEVER change about each other  01:27:46 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:28:58 Behind the scenes & signing the ‘out of the box’ canvas Follow Susannah on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/susannahconstantine/?hl=en Follow Esme on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/esmebertelsen/ Buy Susannah's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ready-Absolutely-Nothing-Susannah-Constantine/dp/0241555205 Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Do you want to feel the benefits of Stasis? Use code ADHDCHATTER for 20% off your first order. Discount automatically applied at checkout: https://takestasis.com/discount/ADHDCHATTER?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=adhdchatter2409&utm_id=adhdchatter Valid for US customers only Producer: Timon Woodward Studio: Hamlin Studios Trailer Editor: Ryan Faber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you curious about the subtle differences between ADHD & narcissism? Do you want to know if your partner has narcissism? Alex chats with leading psychologist, Dr Mark Rackley, about all things ADHD & Narcissism. Listen to full episode on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3KDXHLpWo9Cq7h54QghKl1?si=tMEoU_SSRP6VypK7FBKFDw Listen to full episode on Apple podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-chatter/id1677158558?i=1000668096502 Watch full episode on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4E6x-1ikrU&t=1705s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denise Welch is an English actress, television personality, writer and broadcaster. Today, she opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis, and shares the many lessons she's learnt along the way. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 00:58 Dedication 01:07 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:34 Denise’s ADHD item reveal 03:59 Early memories of feeling different 06:17 When was your ADHD diagnosis 10:55 Denise’s ADHD medication experience 16:03 How did your perspective on ADHD change post diagnosis? 18:40 Is there a link between acting and ADHD 20:17 How would ADHD have been viewed by your parents 26:47 How did you feel in your 40s? 37:25 Why is the invisible disease of "mental health" difficult for others to understand 41:46 The link between being neurodivergent and loneliness 01:00:03 What has appearing on Loose Women taught you about men 01:07:06 What has Loose Women taught you about women 01:13:08 A stalker 01:15:01 Matty 01:21:23 Being a mother, the good and the bad 01:23:33 The ‘worst’ side of Denise that the public don’t see 01:28:02 RSD + justice sensitivity 01:47:39 Never having a daughter 01:52:22 Denise’s ADHD item explanation 02:02:32 The ADHD Agony aunt segment (The washing machine of woes) 02:07:27 Advice for someone who doesn’t ‘feel enough’ 02:15:31 Where would you be without ADHD 02:22:20 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 02:26:07 Behind the scenes clips & signing the ‘out of the box’ canvas Buy Denise's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pulling-Myself-Together-Denise-Welch-ebook/dp/B003N2QUYC Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adele Wimsett has a specialist interest in supporting girls & women with how their hormones affect their (un)diagnosed ADHD traits, and how to balance then naturally. Visit Adele's website 👉 https://harmoniseyou.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to remove the internal monologue that's holding you back? Do you want to overshare without caring what anyone thinks? Do you want to have zero anxiety and fearlessly conquer the world? Luisa Collins is all of that, and more! Luisa also co-hosts the LuAnna podcast. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer  00:49 Dedication 01:00 A message from out sponsor: Tiimo app 03:35 Why was it important for you to come on ADHD Chatter? 07:03 Luisa’s ADHD item reveal 09:23 When was your first memory of feeling different? 15:10 What were your thoughts on ADHD before you were diagnosed?  20:31 Do you feel empathy? 22:30 How did you feel when you got your ADHD diagnosis? 24:46 What positive feedback have you had from your peers, colleagues and. family revolving around your character 28:15 And what negative feedback have you had? 29:18 Do you overshare? 30:29 What is it about you that made you pursue Entrepreneurship and what is it about you that made you a successful one? 40:17 What is it about you that made you venture into reality TV 43:48 Do you think there is a lot of Narcissism in Reality TV? 45:53 Have your opinions ever landed you in trouble? 42:22 What are the negative and positive effects of whirlwind fame taking its toll on the dopamine seeking ADHD brain? 47:08 Luisa’s ADHD item explanation  53:17 The ADHD agony aunt segment (The Washing Machine of Woes) 57:22 Have you had any struggles with addiction in your past? 58:21 The neurodivergent VS neurotypical dinner party scenario 01:01:35 The Alien scenario  01:03:59 What film characters have ADHD 01:18:50 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:20:56 Behind the scenes clips, posting the letter & signing the ‘out of the box’ canvas Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat Brown is the author of 'It's Not A Bloody Trend: Understanding Life as an ADHD Adult'. Buy Kat's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Its-Not-Bloody-Trend-Understanding/dp/1472148703 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Ned Hallowell is a Harvard educated psychiatrist, author, and the world's No.1 authority on ADHD. Today he shares how you can master your ADHD without medication, beat RSD, manage addiction, improve sleep, make better connections, stop intrusive thoughts, and so much more! Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:01 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:52 Ned’s ADHD item reveal 04:22 Do you have ADHD, and if so, when was your first memory of feeling different? 26:36 How to unmask after a late ADHD diagnosis 29:37 In the most basic terms, what could the right medication do to the ADHD brain from taking it from where it is, to where it could be? 32:26 You studied at Harvard and have a fantastic education with regards to psychiatry and impressive experience as a psychiatrist. How much do we NOT know about ADHD and the human brain in general? 36:55 From one of your talks I remember you saying people with ADHD aren't good self-observers, why do you think that is and what leads you to say that? 40:25 What is the cost on others if a person isn't able to self-reflect? 44:03 Do you believe the opposite of addiction is connection? 45:59 On the spectrum of ADHD, what is an example of moderate to severe symptoms on this scale? 52:47 Is there a difference, in how people feel despair, between the sexes, male and female? 57:18 How to combat the phrase ‘Everyone has ADHD these days’ 01:00:13 Have you managed to come to any theories as to why - evolutionary speaking - ADHD brains might have evolved? 01:03:02 Why is getting distracted easily a good thing? 01:03:47 ADHD Item explanation (how to manage overstimulation) 01:14:59 How to stop intrusive thoughts affecting your sleep 01:18:09 The ADHD agony aunt segment (The Washing Machine of Woes) 01:20:59 Does R.S.D serve an evolutionary purpose? 01:22:54 What does ADHD look like if managed wrongly 01:24:46 What does ADHD look like if managed correctly? 01:30:39 What are the costs in relationships of undiagnosed ADHD?  01:37:39 How can one harness their ADHD to progress in their life? 01:39:07 How can someone find out what’s important to them 01:41:41 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:43:02 Behind the scenes clips & signing the ‘out of the box’ canvas Dr. Hallowell's website: https://drhallowell.com/ Buy Ned's books 👉 https://drhallowell.com/read/books-by-ned/ Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) plagues many people with RSD. Dr Samantha Hiew PhD, founder of ADHD Girls and a neurodiversity and ADHD expert, explains where RSD comes from and how you can manage it effectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr James Kustow is a leading London-based Consultant Psychiatrist and a trained integrative psychotherapist, working in one of the few specialist NHS Adult ADHD services in the capital. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:09 A message from our sponsor: Tiimo 03:53 ADHD item reveal 04:21 Is there a displacement of energy in someone with ADHD in which they use energy in places that Neurotypical people might not and is there a knock on effect onto their physical health because of this? 07:02 How have you seen undiagnosed ADHD impact a person's mental health and then their physical health? 08:36 How to unmask after an ADHD diagnosis 13:06 What is the solution for RSD 18:54 How to stop being a people pleaser 20:52 Is there a theme you've noticed with regards to the time in a person's life when they might come to you for an ADHD diagnosis and why would that be? 29:03 Why is ADHD so objectively hard to prove to a cynic who might not think it's a legitimate diagnosis? 32:00 What would you say to someone who says ADHD doesn't exist and isn't a legitimate diagnosis? 33:44 What are the 3 biggest ADHD myths that you'd like to debunk if you could? 34:58 Do you notice with patients that you diagnose a change in their state of mental health after they've been given a reason for their behaviour? 38:37 ADHD item explanation (night owl) 43:29 The ADHD agony aunt (Washing machine of woes) 49:46 How do I know if I've got Executive Dysfunction, or if I'm just lazy AND how can I explain this to my partner who might just think I'm making excuses? 52:50 How to THRIVE with ADHD 56:36 Can you explain exactly what emotional dysregulation is and if it might vary from sex to sex? 01:03:15 Can a person hack their ADHD to become more productive? 01:08:38 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by) 01:10:03 Behind the scenes clips + signing the ‘out of the box’ canvas Buy James's book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Thrive-Adult-ADHD-Productivity/dp/1785044524 Visit The Grove Practice 👉 https://www.thegrovepractice.com/profle/dr-james-kustow/ Get started with Tiimo for free on mobile or web by following this link: https://tiimo.onelink.me/w6CP/AlexPartridge Producer: Timon Woodward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.