Best Co Occurring Conditions Podcasts (2025)

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Two Friends Turn Setbacks Into A Social Enterprise To Lift Neurodivergent Indigenous And Marginalized Youth 31:13

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Send us a text A freezing February night, a band with a name you can’t forget, and a conversation between two big guys changed our direction in life. That’s how Big Bears Podcast began—an origin story rooted in a chance meeting, ADHD, sobriety, Indigenous teachings, and a stubborn belief that community is stronger than shame. We open up about our d…

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"I Have a Habit of Lying to Myself": Self-Care vs. Avoidance w/Sam Pitts-Rogers | Firesides Ep. 07 15:08

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💡 "I have a habit of lying to myself and telling myself it's self-care." What if the comfort zone you've built is actually keeping you from the life you want? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Sam—an HR professional at a Big Four consulting firm who was diagnosed with ADHD at 38. She opens up about flying under the radar as a "daydreamer type…

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Travis Kennedy - From Welfare to World Stage - How A Military Sergeant Found Strength, Mentors, And A Mindset That Won Him Canada's Strongman In 2024. Next Stop, Strongman Corporation Nationals In Texas ... 24:53

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Send us a text What if your last name didn’t define you, but your habits did? We sit down with a military sergeant turned Canadian Strongman National Champion to unpack how a hard start, a mentor’s belief, and a broken foot led to a new identity built on discipline, coaching, and community. From hoop dreams to heavy yokes, this is a grounded look a…

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Hate It Less: a Realistic ADHD Productivity Guide with Ari Tuckman 51:33

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ADHD isn't just about converting intentions into actions—it's about learning to make the conversion easier, more honest, and a whole lot less painful. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ari Tuckman—psychologist, author of five books (including the brand new ADHD Productivity Manual), international presenter, and longtime friend and colleague. Ar…

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Autism and Workplace Accommodations: Workplaces for Every Kind of Mind 29:04

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I've had so many jobs over the years — from babysitter to office administrator — and I didn't know until much later that my struggles in certain environments were connected to being autistic. In this episode, I talk about what it means to navigate workplaces that aren't built for neurodivergent minds, and how universal design could change everythin…

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ADHD Folks Are Struggling 10x Right Now 1:01:08

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💡 Why are so many adults suddenly getting diagnosed with ADHD, and what does it mean for our future? Today, hosts Stephen Tonti and Aaron Smith dive into one of the biggest mental health shifts of our time: the massive rise in adult ADHD diagnoses since the pandemic. From telehealth loosening restrictions to TikTok stories going viral, from parents…

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Treat the ADHD First! — Co-Occurring Conditions w/ Dr. Roberto Olivardia 1:29:18

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💡Is ADHD ultimately good, ultimately bad, or ultimately neither good nor bad, but still largely misunderstood? In this episode, we are thrilled to visit with Dr. Roberto Olivardia—a clinical psychologist, lecturer at Harvard Medical School, expert on ADHD, dyslexia, and co-occurring conditions, and a dear friend and colleague of ours. From the chal…

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90-Hour Workweeks, Losing $100k & Finding Balance w/Eric Tivers 1:03:37

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💡 From Hustle to Burnout and Back Again What happens when the drive to “do more” collides with ADHD? In this episode, Aaron and Stephen sit down with Eric Tivers, licensed clinical social worker, founder of ADHD Rewired, and host of one of the most successful ADHD podcasts with 500+ episodes. Eric shares his raw journey from 90-hour work weeks, sca…

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In this powerful, must-listen premiere episode of The Big Bears Podcast, hosts Chad Bunker and Keith Gelhorn (Halifax, NS) sit down for a vital conversation on the history, meaning, and future of National ... 40:02

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Send us a text Our first-ever guest is the incredible Linda Peters, daughter of Elder Emmet Peters, originally from Lennox Island First Nation, PEI, and residing in Paqtnkek Mi'kmaw Nation, NS. Linda generously shares her family's firsthand story of survival and the intergenerational impacts of the residential school system. Linda goes deep on: The…

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RFK Jr. Is Targeting Every Neurodivergent Person in America 48:57

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💡 What happens when misinformation about ADHD and autism comes straight from the top? When public officials spread conspiracy theories and dismiss neurodivergent lives as “less than,” the impact isn’t just political—it’s deeply personal and dangerous. In this roundtable episode, Stephen Tonti, Devin Pitts-Rogers, and Aaron Smith unpack the rhetoric…

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Embrace ADHD with Humor w/ Ron Capalbo 1:05:36

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💡 What if laughing at yourself was the key to radical self-acceptance? For years, Ron Capalbo masked his ADHD, relied on urgency to get things done, and pushed himself until panic attacks forced him to stop. What followed was a complete reframe of how he approached ADHD through humor, creativity, and compassion. In this episode of the Attention Dif…

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ADHD Hates Structure, Loves Routine w/Xai Yang (@xaidy_nyc) | Firesides Ep. 06 13:16

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💡 Radical acceptance starts with self-love. What would change if you stopped fighting your ADHD and began accepting it as part of who you are? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Xai Yang, a licensed social worker, advocate, and late-diagnosed ADHDer, who shares his journey from shame and stigma to building a life rooted in radical acceptance. …

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Diagnosed with ADHD … as an ADHD Coach! w/ Brooke Schnittman 1:01:45

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💡 ADHD isn’t about striving for perfection. It’s about learning how to activate your potential. What if you could build a toolbox that helps you manage the chaos, stay consistent, and grow your confidence week after week? In this episode of the Attention Different Podcast, we sit down with Brooke Schnittman, an award-winning ADHD and executive func…

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You Are What You Choose to Remember w/Alexis Schwartz | Firesides Ep. 05 14:59

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💡Gratitude is a practice. What you choose to remember shapes your experiences and how you feel about your life 🙏♥️. What would shift if you trained your brain to hold on to the good moments instead of the painful or difficult ones? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Alexis Schwartz, environmental organizer, planner, and fellow ADHDer. Alexis s…

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Media Overwhelm & ADHD 1:04:15

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💡 How do we stay informed without drowning in stress? When the world feels chaotic, the political climate is relentless, and the news never stops, it’s easy for ADHD brains to spiral into overconsumption and burnout. In this Roundtable episode, Aaron Smith, Stephen Tonti, Devin Pitts-Rogers, and David Grabowski gather to unpack the weight of politi…

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“Failure Is The Goal” w/Tom Franchi | Firesides Ep. 04 14:02

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💡When failure becomes a checkpoint instead of a dead end, it reveals itself as progress in disguise. ❓What would change in your life if you embraced failure as a checkpoint of progress instead of a sign to stop? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Tom Franchi—ADHD adult, storyteller, and creative spirit—who shares his journey of burnout, resili…

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Pregnancy, Childbirth & ADHD w/ Dusty Chipura and Alixandra Bacon 58:26

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💡For the ADHDers out there who will or plan to give birth, you deserve support that sees the whole person—your challenges and your strengths. ❓How do you fix a healthcare system that was never designed with ADHD birthers in mind? In this episode of the Attention Different Podcast, we sit down with Alix Bacon (registered midwife, past president of t…

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Creatively ADHD w/Hannah Skewes (@hkskewes) | Firesides Ep. 03 14:24

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💡Curiosity without judgment. This is the way. What would shift in your life if you started observing yourself with compassion instead of criticism? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Hannah Skewes—writer, photographer, and creative storyteller—who shares her journey of living with ADHD, receiving a late diagnosis, and the challenges of navigat…

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ADHD & The Four C’s with Jesse J. Anderson 1:09:54

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💡 Let go lightly and quit trying to force yourself into productivity systems that weren’t even built for your brain to start with. In this episode of the Attention Different Podcast, we sit down with Jesse J. Anderson—author of Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD, writer, speaker, and advocate for over 60,000 newsletter subscribers. Fr…

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ADHDer Self-Care Toolkits w/Devin Pitts-Rogers (@p0weredbyd0nuts) | Firesides Ep. 02 14:41

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🔥 What does it really take to move from ADHD burnout to radical self-acceptance? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Devin Pitts-Rogers—ADHD advocate, creative powerhouse, and our very own podcast host—to explore the tangled web of resolutions, routines, and relapse. From the Rocky Mountains in Tabernash, CO, Devin shares his journey from late …

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Rewiring Through Breath with Eben Oroz 1:15:26

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💡 If stillness feels impossible, start with the breath–slow it down, more patience follows. In this episode of the Attention Different Podcast, we sit down with Eben Oroz—world-traveler, yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, and counseling psychologist—to talk about ADHD, executive functioning, and the healing power of yoga. With over 12 years of e…

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Navigating Late AuDHD Diagnosis (Level-2 Autism + ADHD) 45:18

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Rebecca is a mental health counsellor in Australia. Diagnosed at 47 — with level-two autism and ADHD combined type — she shares her story of self-recognition, complex emotions around diagnosis, and the challenges of navigating neurodivergence in both personal and professional life. Rebecca reflects on masking, internalized ableism, and how people-p…

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ADHD & Burnout w/Trina Haynes (@myladyadhd) | Firesides Ep. 01 16:37

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🔥 What happens when ‘ADHD Burnout’ is normalized and becomes your baseline? In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Trina Haynes—founder of @MyLadyADHD and co-host of the Brain Waves podcast. Trina brings us an unfiltered conversation about what it means to live in constant overdrive. From late diagnosis to ‘mom guilt,’ from masking to mental exhau…

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Late, Not Less: ADHD&D w/ Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer 59:27

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Just because your emotional alarm goes off doesn’t mean there’s a five-alarm fire. Sometimes… it’s something as simple as burnt toast. 🥲 ❓What if emotional regulation wasn’t about control—but about curiosity? In this all-new episode, Devin Pitts-Rogers sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer—clinical psychologist, researcher, and neurodivergent mental …

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After Diagnosis with Devin Pitts-Rogers 54:17

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What if the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for didn’t happen until your ADHD diagnosis? In this all-new episode, we sit down with Devin Pitts-Rogers—ADHD advocate, creative powerhouse, and our newest host on the podcast—to talk about misdiagnosis, rediscovering identity, and learning how to live in alignment with your brain. 💡🎤 From misunderstood…

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Living with ADHD: Identity, Self-Acceptance, and Connection 59:16

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Join us for an engaging and heartfelt conversation in the Los Angeles installment of our Attention Different Fireside Chats series. This episode brings together a group of ADHDers to explore the nuances of living with ADHD in adulthood, unpacking personal stories, challenges, and triumphs. ✍️ - Creators ➡ Stephen Tonti, Benj Welmond, & Aaron Smith …

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ADHD, Identity & Starting Over at 30 with Kelly Baumgartner 1:00:42

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What if your real career path didn’t start until after your ADHD diagnosis? In this all-new episode, we sit down with Kelly Baumgartner—ADHD Coach, content creator, and former school librarian—to talk about diagnosis at 30, trusting your instincts, and building a career that fits your brain. 🌱📚 From "just pushing through" to actually understanding …

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Unlearning Survival Mode with William Curb 54:43

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Today, we sit down with Will Curb, host of Hacking Your ADHD, to talk about dismantling shame, redefining ‘Effort,’ and building strategies that actually work for ADHD brains.From late diagnoses to using stress as a survival tool, the ADHD experience is full of patterns that really start to make sense once you begin to understand your own brain. Jo…

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An Autistic Researcher Studying Autism in Higher Education 43:11

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Dr. Brett Ranon Nachman is an autistic higher education researcher and co-lead of the PEACES study. We talk about what success means for autistic post-secondary students, the impact of internalized ableism and masking, and how campuses can better support marginalized autistic students, including LGBTQIA+ and late-identified individuals. Brett share…

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Grace Over Guilt: An Interview with Steev Hodgson 53:55

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Ever feel like you're constantly hitting invisible walls? From job after job where you perform brilliantly until something goes sideways, to lying awake at night unable to turn your brain off, living with undiagnosed ADHD can be intense. Add parenthood to the mix and that "popcorn machine" in your head can finally overflow. In this deeply personal …

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From Shame to Radical Acceptance with Ryan Mayer 53:33

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ADHD and self-worth? It’s messy—and deeply personal. From repeated workplace struggles to a constant feeling of falling short, living with ADHD can often make us question our value and capabilities. The world isn’t designed for neurodivergent thinkers, and when you're forced to play by rules that don’t work for your brain, it’s easy to internalize …

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"Where there's autistic people, there's always gender diverse people..." 45:43

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millie joins me to talk about autistic culture, creativity, surviving in a neurotypical world, and finding true community. We get into late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, harm reduction, AAC (augmentative and alternative communication), and why autistic spaces can feel like a breath of fresh air. millie also shares how surviving — and thriving — as a d…

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ADHD Myth-busting: Strengths and NOT my thing | Attention Different Fireside Chats 44:16

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In this powerful roundtable episode of Attention Different, host Stephen Tonti brings together eight ADHD adults from diverse backgrounds to share their experiences, challenge common misconceptions, and celebrate what makes their neurodivergent brains unique. From late diagnoses to childhood realizations, these candid conversations reveal the compl…

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Trina Haynes on Women, ADHD, and Breaking the Burnout Cycle 55:01

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Trina Haynes, founder of My Lady ADHD and co-host of the Brain Waves podcast, joins Stephen and Aaron to discuss her personal journey with burnout and ADHD. As someone who manages multiple businesses, a podcast, social media accounts, and homeschools one of her three daughters, Trina knows firsthand the challenges of balancing an entrepreneurial sp…

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EP 9 - Two years of the Hamilton Centre: Advancing mental health and addiction care 1:05:23

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In this special episode, we celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Hamilton Centre with two leaders at the forefront of integrated mental health and AOD care: Professor Margaret Hamilton AO, the inspiration behind the Centre’s name, and our Clinical Director Associate Professor Shalini Arunogiri. They discuss the evolution of care models, the im…

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Why Rest Is Non-Negotiable 48:28

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ADHD and sleep? It’s complicated. From racing thoughts at night to groggy mornings, getting quality rest can feel impossible. In this episode, we break down why sleep matters and how to make it work for you. Join us as we dive into: 😴 Why ADHD brains struggle with sleep regulation 🧠 How sleep deprivation impacts focus, mood, and executive function …

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Tips for Autistic University or College Students 26:53

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Odosa Obasuyi is the founder and CEO of Autinerary, a positive, all-purpose hub for all things autism-related. Odosa is the brother of an autistic sibling, a student at the University of Toronto, and suspects he may be neurodivergent himself. He joins me for a quick chat about the ways Autinerary can help you on your autism journey — whether you're…

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EP 8 - The role of lived experience in shaping mental health and AOD care 53:14

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In this episode, we’re joined by two passionate advocates, Benn Veenker and Tharindu Jayadeva, who share their lived experiences and expertise in the mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) sectors. They discuss how their journeys have shaped their work supporting others through recovery, the challenges they face and the stigma surrounding m…

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Fail Forward: Embracing Mistakes & Learning with ADHD 1:00:51

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🚀 What if failure wasn’t the end, but the beginning? In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, we dive into the concept of failing forward—turning mistakes into momentum and learning how to navigate setbacks with an ADHD brain. 🧠 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why ADHDers often struggle with perfectionism & fear of failure ✅ How reframing mistakes can help buil…

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EP 7 – Holistic care for families affected by addiction and mental illness 44:22

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In this episode, Hamilton Centre Relationship and Partnership Lead Annie Williams is joined by A/Prof Brendan O'Hanlon, Senior Fellow and former Head of Practice and Service Development at The Bouverie Centre (La Trobe University), and Robert Campbell, Programme Manager at Family Drug and Gambling Help (SHARC), as they explore the complex challenge…

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Dr. Michael Lenz and the Link Between Fibromyalgia and Autism 1:24:18

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Lenz, a physician specializing in pediatrics, internal medicine, lifestyle medicine, and lipidology. Dr. Lenz is the author of Conquering Your Fibromyalgia and host of the podcast by the same name. His passion for lifelong learning and holistic patient care has led him to specialize in chronic pain syndr…

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New Year Meditation for Autistics and Other Neurodivergent People 11:38

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Welcome to this guided meditation, created with autistic and neurodivergent brains in mind. Meditation is often depicted a certain way — sitting still, cross-legged, eyes closed. But here, we do things differently. Here, you are invited to make meditation your own. Maybe that means sitting in a way that feels natural to you. Maybe that means allowi…

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What Is ADHD? 40:46

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In this foundational episode of Adulting with ADHD, we break down the basics of ADHD. What is it really? Hint: It's not just about being hyperactive or unfocused. 💡 Discover how ADHD functions as a difference in brain chemistry, not a disorder, and learn how it shows up uniquely in adults. We bust common myths, explore its impact on daily life, and…

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Temptation Bundling | Lab 5:01

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Struggling to get through tasks that feel boring, overwhelming, or unappealing? Enter temptation bundling—a clever motivational tool that pairs something you love with something you’d rather avoid. In this lab, Stephen, Aaron, and Marlena explore how ADHD brains respond to rewards and why combining dopamine-boosting activities with must-dos can mak…

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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and Autism 29:33

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In this episode, I dive into rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and how it connects to both ADHD and autism. I explore the intense emotional responses that come with RSD, the common triggers, and the ways it can impact relationships and self-worth. I also share some therapeutic approaches that might help and explain why it's so important to unders…

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ADHD & Exercise with Marlena Pavich-Bellande 40:14

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Staying active with ADHD can feel like an uphill climb, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Stephen, Aaron, and Marlena share their personal experiences, laugh-out-loud moments, and creative hacks to make exercise work for ADHD brains. 🔍 Topics include: 💪Stephen’s take on perfectionism and self-judgment in fitness 💪Mar…

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EP 6 - Navigating the intersection of mental health and substance use with LGBTIQA+ people 31:17

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In this episode hosted by Annie Williams, Hamilton Centre’s Relationship and Partnership Lead, we’re joined by two guests from Thorne Harbour Health: Molly (AOD Counselling Practice Lead) and Keiran (Peer Support Worker). They discuss the intersection of mental health and substance use issues with LGBTIQA+ people. They explore the stigma these comm…

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Radical Acceptance | Lab 8:36

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Welcome to the Radical Acceptance Lab, a unique series created by Attention Different for those navigating ADHD and looking to transform shame into self-compassion. 💡 In this lab, we dive deep into the concept of radical acceptance—a powerful tool for recognizing our unique strengths and moving beyond the cycle of self-criticism. Through honest dis…

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ADHD Adult Symptoms | Lab 9:10

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Attention Different Labs are short form episodes centered around important adulting with ADHD topics. Stephen dives into specific research mixed with tangible coaching strategies and advice, delivered with a side of relatability and humor. In this lab, we discuss and educate on Adult ADHD Symptoms. Our mission is to reclaim the label, not reinvent …

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The Self-Advocacy Guide for Cancer Patients on the Autism Spectrum 1:01:21

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If you're autistic and you're diagnosed with cancer, will your care be impacted by your unconscious wish to be the perfect patient? Or will it be impacted by an abusive spouse or partner, the kind so many of us on the spectrum find ourselves with? We explore these questions and much more. In this episode, we honour the life and legacy of Lindsey Ca…