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Ever wondered whether an ADHD diagnosis could actually change your life? Or maybe you’ve only recently been diagnosed - and you’re still trying to work out what ADHD means for you. This week, to mark ADHD Awareness month, Katie and Sam are joined on “You’re Wrong About ADHD” by ADHD campaigner and speaker Ryan Swain After being excluded from school, he ended up in alternative provision - but understanding his ADHD became a turning point. He went on to found 'You, Me and ADHD,' which provides free talks in schools for students and teachers, helping people understand questions like: What does ADHD actually look like? Why can it look completely different from one person to another? How can ADHD affect school, work and everyday life? And what happens when people with ADHD don’t get the understanding or support they need? Ryan talks to Katie and Sam about his own experience, his campaigning work - and why the conversation around ADHD is becoming increasingly political. If you’ve just been diagnosed, you’re waiting for an assessment, you’re wondering whether you might have ADHD, or someone you love does, You’re Wrong About ADHD is for you. Each week, Katie and Sam explore what life with ADHD is really like, unpack the latest issues affecting ADHDers, and speak to experts who might have some of the answers. For more about ADHD Awareness Month: www.adhdawarenessmonth.org Find out more about Ryan and his free school talks: www.youmeandadhd.org.uk Come and say hello and tell us what you think: 📸 Instagram: @yourewrongaboutadhd 🎵 TikTok: @ywaadhd.pod ▶️ YouTube: @yourewrongaboutADHD For advertising opportunities: [email protected] Music composed by bellasaer.com and yoadnevo.com

October is ADHD Awareness Month and whether you've got children or not this episode is a fascinating conversation about how to get regulated when the pressure is on. Trying to manage your own ADHD is hard enough but what about trying to teach someone else to understand themselves and to regulate their emotions? That's what parents with ADHD children do every day. Psychologist and ADHD specialist Janelle Booker works with famillies trying to manage ADHD at the centre of their relationships. An episode full of tips and reassurance, Janelle explains why parents managing their own emotions is key to children getting regulated. She also talks to Sam and Katie about the guilt that goes along with getting things wrong and how parents need to forgive themselves. More information about Janelle's book here: https://www.adelightfulhumandifference.com/ For more about ADHD Awareness Month: https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org 📸 Instagram: @yourewrongaboutadhd 🎵 TikTok: @ywaadhd.pod ▶️ YouTube: @yourewrongaboutADHD For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Sam and Katie respond to your comments and questions about ADHD. In this episode: is it ok to do nothing? Giving ourselves a break is part of regulating our ADHD but it can be frustrating when we just want to get things done. There is so often a tension between what we want to be able to achieve and what we can actually manage. Sam and Katie explore how they feel about the push and pull between rest and productivity. Why do we feel guilty about taking a break? Also: do we have to accept that our creative brains need direction and that for good ideas to work we need practice and patience...or someone to help us!? Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Stimming, repeated movement that helps us regulate, is associated with autism but many people (autistic and non-autistic) stim. What do we mean when we talk about ADHD stimming? Fidgeting, feeling restless and like you've got too much energy is a massive part of ADHD. Your mind can race and you may find it hard to sit still but why do we do it? What are these behaviours telling us about our body and our nervous system? Vicki George, The ADHD Nurse, spent years working in mental health services and specialises in diagnosing and treating people with ADHD. In this insightful chat, Vicki helps Katie and Sam identify what stimming and fidgeting really mean. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

The Labour MP Josh Dean has been vocal about his own ADHD. He speaks to Katie and Sam about his experience and why he feels it's so important to speak up for ADHDers in Westminster. They look at what the government response has been to Josh's campaigning and ahead of a report into ADHD services, they discuss what needs to be done to tackle waiting lists, offer better support for ADHDers and how to combat misinformation. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

The frustration, guilt and anxiety that can come with ADHD also come with a physical toll. In this episode Sam and Katie describe how exhausting it is to have your body and brain running at a hundred miles an hour. The racing thoughts and hyperactivity but also the boredom, can lead to burnout. From clenching fists to grinding teeth, Sam and Katie look at what happens to their bodies when they get overwhelmed. They also explain what they do to use their energy, try to stay calm and to regulate their bodies and emotions. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

In the second of two episodes looking at Bipolar, Consultant Psychiatrist from Imperial College London Dr Sameer Jauhar, tells us about the crossovers between Bipolar and ADHD. Dr Jauhar explains exactly what Bipolar is, we look at the similarities with ADHD but Dr Jauhar also details how they are very different conditions. About 1 in 5 people with ADHD have Bipolar. Dr Jauhar works alongside Bipolar UK, for more information visit BipolarUK.org Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

About 1 in 5 people with ADHD have Bipolar and there are many overlapping symptoms between the two, including: impulsiveness, sensitivity, attention and memory problems, irritability and hyperfocus. In the first of two episodes exploring the links between Bipolar and ADHD, we speak to journalist David Harper, who works for LBC, the BBC and ITV, and lives with both Bipolar and ADHD. David's an ambassador for Bipolar UK and wants to encourage more open conversations about mental health and to help others feel less alone. David tells us candidly about how ADHD and Bipolar affect his life, how he understands the crossover between the two and how difficult they can be to manage. For more information visit BipolarUK.org Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Katie and Sam read your comments and questions. They look at a listener's tip using Mary Poppins to keep motivated when you're tidying up! Getting organised, getting tidy and staying on top of the mess can be really hard when you've got ADHD. In this episode we look at tips for getting started when it all seems overwhelming. Katie also shares how she's getting on with the advice she's had in the past. Can she keep tidy? Can Katie avoid feeling guilty when it doesn't quite work? Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

The one of a kind broadcaster and comedian Iain Lee, talks to us about his ADHD and Bipolar. Iain shares a really honest account of his life as an award winning broadcaster. From years of addiction and self destruction, to accepting who he is and how his brain works. Iain's now a counsellor too, which gives him a fascinating insight into how to manage his ADHD. We talk creativity, the ups and downs of ADHD and how to come to terms with being told there really was something else going on in your head for all those years. Find out more about Iain at www.iainlee.com Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Relationships can be hard when your ADHD has you constantly second guessing yourself and the motivation of everyone you meet. In this bonus episode Sam and Katie answer your questions. They look at where they've got things wrong with friends in the past and discuss how to build relationships, when sometimes they just want people to leave them alone. How to explain to people your ADHD needs, how to make an effort for others even when you don't feel like it and why you shouldn't second guess what other people are thinking. Do send Sam and Katie your questions, comments or ideas on Instagram, Tiktok or on Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

ADHD is for life and not just for childhood but as adults we're still expected to be sensible and calm. People with hyperactive or combined type ADHD spend a lifetime 'keeping a lid on it.' In this first episode of Series 6 of You're Wrong About ADHD, Sam and Katie discuss what it's like to be hyper when you're expected to conform. From covering for their ADHD in meetings to feeling like they're flying on a night out, Sam and Katie look at the damage that can be done from trying to hide their ADHD. They also discuss ways they've found to manage their hyperactivity and channel their energy so they can thrive. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

It’s time for Series 6 of You’re Wrong About ADHD! Join hosts Katie Breathwick and Sam Pittis as they explore what it means to have ADHD. They examine how far they've come in managing their own ADHD and get tips and expert advice on how to cope when ADHD makes life really hard. Whether you have a diagnosis, are still searching for answers, or simply want to know more, these weekly episodes will keep you informed. Series 6 begins on the 31st of August- subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

In this bitesize episode, Katie and Sam revisit their conversation with counsellor and neurodivergent specialist Mark Redwood all about the exhausting reality of masking. They explore how ADHD masking often leads to exhaustion and burnout. Mark explains how creating a life that works with your ADHD rather than against it can transform your wellbeing. Listen to the full episode with Mark Redwood here: https://www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/episodes/7Drqvjs/ A full brand new series starts on the 31st of August with new episodes every Monday and Wednesday. Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com

Forgetting to eat, missing the signs of hunger and finding cooking really boring can make it difficult to eat healthily when you have ADHD. In this Bitesize episode Sam and Katie revisit their chat with GP, nutritionist and AuDHDer Dr Helen Lawal to unpack why food and ADHD can be such a complicated mix. Dr Helen shares what’s going on in the ADHD brain and offers tips to make meals simpler. A full brand new series starts on the 31st of August with new episodes every Monday and Wednesday. Listen to the full episode with Dr Helen Lawal here: https://www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/episodes/7DrsS6e/ Questions, comments or ideas - find us on Instagram, Tiktok or Youtube. For advertising opportunities on this show email [email protected] Music composed by Bella Saer and Yoad Nevo bellasaer.com | yoadnevo.com