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ADHD as Females: Laura and Dawn Explore their Route to Self-Acceptance
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Ever wondered what it's like to navigate life when your brain is a Ferrari with bicycle brakes? Meet Laura and Dawn, co-hosts of the podcast ADHD as Females, who chronicle their journey through late ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Their podcast, a labour of love, has become a beacon of hope for people around the world, shedding light on issues of mental health, women's health, and the challenges in our healthcare system.
Laura and Dawn guide us through the labyrinth of accumulated shame that often shadows relationships and candidly share their struggle to stand up for themselves in the medical world, challenge biases, and to seek validation. We also explore the illusion of contentment we often create for ourselves, even when dissatisfaction gnaws at our hearts.
Dive into the fascinating discussion about the potential undiagnosed cases of ADHD among women, the stigma surrounding women's mental health, and the battle for diagnosis and treatment. Laura and Dawn share their personal experiences with the diagnosis process and the hurdles they faced. They further delve into the complex relationship between ADHD, food, and addictive behaviors, and the journey to self-acceptance. We wrap up the episode with an exciting discussion about future collaborations. Join us as we unpack these issues and more with our incredible guests, Laura and Dawn. Their resilience and courage are sure to inspire and motivate.
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Outro
This is a special edition episode recorded from a webinar.
Chapters
1. ADHD as Females (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Relationships and Overcoming Shame (00:16:37)
3. ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment Experiences (00:28:04)
4. Undiagnosed ADHD and Women's Health (00:41:10)
5. Understanding ADHD and Self-Acceptance (00:57:16)
6. Guest Thanks and Offers Future Collaboration (01:08:55)
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