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ADHD Chatter

by Alex Partridge · English · Health

ADHD Chatter is the podcast for curious minds who want to understand why we think, feel and behave the way we do. Hosted by Alex Partridge, each episode brings together leading experts and powerful personal stories to explore ADHD, autism, mental health, psychology and the fascinating science of bei

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 56 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

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7 Oct 2026 · 7 min

The 14 Day Meal Plan That Turns ADHD Into A Superpower! | Dr. Jolene Brighten

I wish I knew about this 14 day meal plan years ago. It changes everything. Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and leading voice in women’s health and hormones. Dr. Brighten’s Book ADHD & Women: https://drbrighten.com/adhd-and-women/ Dr. Brighten’s Website: https://drbrighten.com Dr. Brighten’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjolenebrighten Dr. Brighten’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJoleneBrighten Dr. Brighten’s Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjolenebrighten Dr. Brighten’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrighten/ Alex's book entitled…

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5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr
Brain Expert: THIS Common Food Turns ADHD Into A Superpower, It's In Your Cupboard!
Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and leading voice in women’s health and hormones. In this episode, she joins Alex to explore the often-overlooked connection between ADHD, hormones, the immune system, pregnancy, postpartum changes, PMDD and perimenopause, and why so many women are still being misunderstood by conventional medicine. Chapters: 00:00 The Heartbreaking Reality of ADHD 02:07 The ADHD Patient Dr Jolene Will Never Forget 05:19 Why ADHD Isn’t Just a Brain Condition 06:51 The Hidden Brain–Hormone–Immune Connection 12:14 Why Estrogen Can Change…
28 Sep 2026 · 36 min
After 5,000 ADHD Assessments, I Noticed This Scary Pattern...
This episode has been paid for by Focused. It contains an advert for their ADHD assessments. Almost one year on, Danielle Mulligan, Focused Clinical Lead and ADHD Nurse Practitioner, returns to the podcast to discuss how assessment and support for ADHD is changing. Get a discount on your ADHD assessment at Focused -- use the code 'CHATTER' at checkout https://uk.focused.clinic/ Chapters: 00:00 The Heartbreaking Reality of ADHD 02:33 Why ADHD Makes You Feel Broken 06:47 The Scary Pattern After 1,000s of ADHD Assessments 10:35 Why Being Misunderstood Turns Into Shame 12:48 Why an ADHD…
21 Sep 2026 · 51 min
5 Signs of Nervous System Healing (That Don't Feel Like Healing!) | Dr Jacob Ambrose
Clinical psychologist, therapist and ADHD expert Dr Jacob Ambrose returns to explore what a dysregulated nervous system really looks like, why anxiety and hypervigilance can become your normal, and what happens when you finally begin to feel safe. We discuss why rest can initially feel uncomfortable, the difference between being perceptive and hypervigilant, why rejection can feel so personal, and a difficult question: if fear has powered you for most of your life, what replaces it when you begin to heal? Chapters: 01:14 What does ‘healing your nervous system’ actually mean 02:17 What does a…
14 Sep 2026 · 49 min
No.1 Autism Expert: How To Spot Autism In High-Masking Autistic Women
Professor Gina Rippon is a revolutionary Autism specialist . Having written multiple books on the topic, Gina Rippon PHD shares the ultimate guide to spotting autism in high masking autistic women. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:19 How Autism Can Be Hidden — Even From Yourself 03:25 Are You Socialising… or Performing? 05:10 Masking Can Start Earlier Than You Think 07:20 Why Making Friends Can Feel So Hard 09:53 The “Contradictory” Personality Nobody Understands 11:35 What Are Autistic Girls Trying to Hide? 15:25 How Masking Affects Romantic Relationships 20:58 What Happens When You Can’t Mask…
7 Sep 2026 · 38 min
Why ADHD People Procrastinate (And 4 Brain-Based Ways To Get Started)
Why does something as simple as replying to an email, doing the washing or starting a task feel almost impossible with ADHD? In this episode, leading ADHD advocate Hester Grainger reveals what’s really happening inside the ADHD brain when we procrastinate, and shares 4 practical, brain-based ways to finally get started. We also explore dopamine, motivation, shame, and what happens when years of struggling begin to change the way you see yourself. If you’ve ever called yourself lazy because you knew what you needed to do but still couldn’t do it, this episode is for you. Chapters: 00:00…
31 Aug 2026 · 59 min
Why Therapy Fails Autistic & ADHD People! (And How To ACTUALLY Heal) | Dr Judith Mohring
Dr Judith Mohring is an award winning Cambridge-educated psychiatrist and psychotherapist specialising in ADHD, autism and mental health. In this episode, she explores why understanding yourself doesn’t always lead to healing, how overthinking can become a form of emotional avoidance, and what it really takes to reconnect with yourself after years of masking. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:13 “I don’t know who I really am” 03:54 Why understanding yourself doesn’t always lead to healing 08:09 Why you can understand your brain and still feel trapped 10:15 When analysing yourself stops you feeling…
24 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
5 Signs You're A High-Masking Autistic With ADHD (AuDHD Expert Explains)
In this episode, I sit down with award-winning psychiatrist Dr Asif Bachlani to explore what it really feels like to live with both ADHD and autism. We uncover 5 hidden signs of masking AuDHD, the contradictions that can make life feel exhausting, the loneliness of feeling different, and the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis later in life. Dr Asif also shares the assessment he’ll never forget, and the true cost of spending years hiding who you really are. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:56 Why Dr Asif Bachlani Dedicated His Life to ADHD & Autism 04:22 The Patient Who Changed Everything…
17 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Autism Expert: What Autistic Masking Feels Like From The Inside
Dr Martin Brunet has 25 years experience as a NHS GP. He has a special interest in Autism and ADHD and is the author of the best selling book entitled ‘Make Your Worry Make Sense’. In this episode, Dr Martin Brunet explores the hidden reality of autistic masking, why it starts, what it feels like, and the long-term impact it can have on identity, relationships and wellbeing. We discuss the subtle signs of masking, why so many autistic people go undiagnosed, and what it can look like to safely rediscover who you are beneath the mask. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:08 What Masking Actually Feels…
10 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
No. 1 Autism Professor: How To Spot Autism In High-Masking Adults!
Dr. Luke Beardon is a leading autism researcher, author and senior lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University who has spent more than 30 years working alongside autistic people and their families. In this episode, Luke reveals what autism can actually feel like from the inside, from masking and rehearsing conversations to sensory overwhelm, burnout and the exhaustion of constantly trying to fit in. He explores why so many people go decades without realising they’re autistic, what happens when you mask for so long that you lose sight of who you really are, and why the parts of yourself you spent…
3 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
6 Obscure Signs Of Autism That Psychiatrists Secretly Look For | Dr Amber Sadiq
What if the things you've criticised yourself for your entire life... weren't flaws at all? What if struggling to make simple decisions, feeling overwhelmed by change, or caring so deeply about fairness weren't personality quirks, but signs your brain has been working differently all along? Today I'm joined by Dr Fareeha Amber Sadiq (known as Dr Amber), Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Director at Eleos Clinic. She has assessed hundreds of autistic individuals and has helped countless people finally understand why they've always felt different. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:54 Why Every…
27 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
The 4 Types Of Autistic Masking (97% of People Only Know The 1st Type)
Do you want to know what autistic masking actually feels like from the inside? Dr Carly Jones MBE is one of the world’s leading autistic advocates. Diagnosed as autistic in adulthood after both of her daughters were diagnosed, she has spent nearly two decades improving the lives of autistic people through policy, education and lived experience. In this episode, Carly explains what masking actually feels like from the inside, why so many autistic people learn to hide who they are from childhood, and the emotional cost of spending years pretending to be someone else. Together, we explore…
20 Jul 2026 · 46 min
3 Signs You've Hit Clinical Burnout And Should Seek Help | Dr Jo Perkins
Burnout doesn't always look like a breakdown. Sometimes it looks like pushing through, feeling numb, forgetting who you are, or wondering why everything suddenly feels so much harder. I'm joined by Dr Jo Perkins, an eminent Chartered Psychologist who supports senior business professionals and organisations to develop effective strategies to optimise psychological performance. Dr Jo explains how burnout develops, why so many people miss the warning signs, and why it can hit people with ADHD especially hard.Together, we explore the difference between being tired and having a nervous system…
13 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
The ADHD Hack I Learnt From 8 Years In The Military - ADHD Is A Curse... Until You Learn It
Why do so many people with ADHD spend their lives trying to earn their worth? How do you know if you're masking? And why do even the most successful ADHD adults still feel like they're failing? In this episode, ADHD coach and former British Army soldier Rich Forbes explains the hidden emotional burden of ADHD, how to spot masking, practical strategies for managing rejection sensitivity, and why the right environment can change everything. Before becoming an ADHD coach, Rich served for eight years in the British Army, bringing a unique perspective on resilience, identity, and what it really…
6 Jul 2026 · 50 min
5 Signs You're A High-Masking Autistic With ADHD (AuDHD Expert Explains)
Dr Khurram is a world-renowned, award-winning psychiatrist and the author of Explaining AuDHD. In this episode, he explains what AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) really feels like beyond the diagnostic labels, why so many people spend years masking their traits, and the emotional cost of living without understanding themselves. We explore the hidden signs of AuDHD, why so many people feel broken, misunderstood, and lonely, how an AuDHD diagnosis can transform relationships and identity, and what it truly takes to stop masking and start thriving. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:43 The AuDHD contradiction…
29 Jun 2026 · 57 min
Trauma Expert: 3 Oddly Specific ADHD Trauma Issues
Ella McCrystal is a psychotherapist and trauma specialist who helps people understand how early life experiences shape the nervous system, self-worth, relationships, and the way we move through the world. Together we explore the hidden link between ADHD, trauma, masking, rejection sensitivity (RSD), and why so many people with ADHD feel like they have to become someone else just to be accepted. We also discuss how trauma can make ADHD symptoms feel even more overwhelming, why masking is often a survival response, and what healing can actually look like. If you've ever wondered who you really…
22 Jun 2026 · 40 min
Oxford Scientist: 3 Proven Ways To Supercharge ADHD Brains
Dr Sarah Warley is an Oxford-educated psychologist who discusses evidence-based ways to manage ADHD. By examining the scientific literature, she suggests 3 ways to supercharge your ADHD. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:19 How zinc and copper affect ADHD 04:11 Specific foods that help with zinc and copper deficiency 05:45 What it really feels like to live with ADHD 07:36 What actually helps a ADHD brain become regulated 09:21 How The Moro Reflex Helps ADHD Brains 14:32 What parts of ADHD cause the most shame 17:28 How RSD can be improved with supplementation 19:09 The unique ADHD experience of…
15 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 32 min
Rich & Rox: "We've Never Spoken About This Before!" The Secret That Nearly Ended Us
ADHD Love are a neurodivergent married couple and global internet phenomenon with millions of followers online. But this is a side of Rich and Rox you’ve never seen before. In one of their most honest conversations yet, they open up about the reality of navigating ADHD, autism, masking, intimacy, alcohol, marriage, and the challenges that come with being a neurodivergent couple. We discuss whether ADHD and autism have ever put a strain on their relationship, how their traits clash behind closed doors, Rich’s autism diagnosis, whether either of them could actually be AuDHD, the ups and downs…
8 Jun 2026 · 47 min
Psychiatrist Who's Diagnosed 10,000 Women With ADHD & Autism: "THIS Still Shocks Me!" - Dr Shyamal Mashru
Dr Shyamal Mashru is an award-winning psychiatrist and ADHD expert who has treated thousands of people with ADHD. Drawing on years of clinical experience, he shares one of the most honest and comprehensive conversations we've had about the realities of living with ADHD. We explore the emotional impact of diagnosis, why so many people with ADHD grow up believing they're broken, the loneliness and rejection sensitivity that often go unnoticed, and the identity crisis that can follow unmasking. We also discuss shame, addiction, burnout, AuDHD, ADHD medication, depression, and the life-changing…
1 Jun 2026 · 41 min
The Lonely Side Of AuDHD Nobody Talks About
Dr. Samantha Hiew is an ADHD and Autism expert with a PhD in Medical Sciences and lived experience of being AuDHD. In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of masking Autism, the identity crisis that can follow a late diagnosis, why making friends can feel so difficult, and how to find your true self after years of pretending to be someone you're not. If you've ever felt different, misunderstood, or like you don't know who you really are, this conversation is for you. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:28 Why Autism Often Goes Unnoticed 03:22 My Emotional Reaction To An Autism Diagnosis 04:59 The…
25 May 2026 · 29 min
This ONE Habit Means You Have ADHD & OCD - Dr Alex George
Dr Alex George is an ADHD and OCD specialist (he's been diagnosed with both!) and one of the most renowned voices in the ADHD space. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:33 The overlap between ADHD & OCD 10:45 How OCD kills people 12:42 How ADHD masks OCD 14:51 ADHD Explained 14:40 Tiimo advert 16:07 Traits of ADHD and OCD 24:48 Audience questions FInd Dr Alex on Instragam 👉 https://www.instagram.com/dralexgeorge/?hl=en Visit Dr Alex’s website 👉 https://www.dralexgeorge.net Join the ADHD Chatter Patreon community 👉 https://www.patreon.com/cw/ADHDChatter Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉…
18 May 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
No.1 Female Autism Expert: What Female Autism REALLY Looks Like (It's not what you think)
Professor Gina Rippon is a revolutionary Autism specialist . Having written multiple books on the topic, Gina Rippon PHD shares the ultimate guide to live as a woman with autism. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:20 Why Gina wrote ‘The Lost Girls Of Autism’ 04:57 What female autism looks like 07:06 The link between autism and depression 08:54 What age to girls start masking 11:22 Why autistic girls are bullied 14:44 The emotional toll of masking 17:33 Autism and abusive relationships 18:38 How women react to a diagnosis 23:13 Is female autism harder than male autism 24:44 Tiimo advert 26:05 Why…
11 May 2026 · 45 min
Doctor (25 years experience): ADHD Women Need To Stop Doing THIS | Dr Helen Wall
Dr Helen Wall has over 25 years experience in improving the lives of women. As a menopause specialist with a keen interest in ADHD, she’s dedicated to helping women cope with menopause.Correction: The video states that Helen is an ADHD specialist with 25 years experience in the ADHD space. This is incorrect. Helen is a menopause specialist with 25 years experience as a doctor in the NHS. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:38 The struggles of female ADHD 03:17 The toll of undiagnosed ADHD 14:13 Do ADHD women deserve an apology 16:38 Most memorable diagnosis reactions 19:45 Tiimo advert 21:06 The…
6 May 2026 · 11 min
Most Replayed Moment: The Emotional Toll Of Undiagnosed AuDHD (Explained by No.1 AuDHD Expert)
Dr Khurram is a world renowned, award-winning psychiatrist and author of Explaining AuDHD. He’s here to explain the emotional toll of undiagnosed AuDHD. In tribute to Adam 💚 Dr Khurram on LinkedIn 👉 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-khurram-sadiq Dr Khurram’s book 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Explaining-AuDHD-Guide-Autism-ADHD/dp/1804369489 Dr Khurram on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/fomosapien666/?hl=en Book to see Dr Khurram in clinic: For an ADHD assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/in-person-adhd-assessment/ For an Autism assessment 👉…
4 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Oxford Psychiatrist: The Fastest Way To Cure RSD! (New Research)
Dr Jessica Eccles PHD is an ADHD expert specialising in RSD. Oxford and Cambridge graduate in medicine, she’s here to share groundbreaking research shedding light on RSD Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:13 New RSD research 15:53 The link between RSD and masking 27:46 Beth’s RSD story 33:07 How RSD makes you vulnerable 34:50 RSD coping strategies 36:18 Tiimo advert 37:53 What causes an RSD trigger 48:15 How to measure RSD 54:00 Common medication for RSD related pain 58:47 Audience questions 01:07:54 A letter to my younger self Find Dr Jessica on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drbendybrain/…
27 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Neuroscientist (Dr Miguel): THIS Common Food Turns ADHD Into A Superpower, It's In Your Cupboard!
Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas is a clinical neuroscientist and ADHD specialised nutritionist. He has over 25 years of experience treating people with ADHD helping their mood with nutrition alone. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 04:11 Dr Miguels ADHD mission 06:04 Dr Miguels latest ADHD discovery 10:14 ADHD nutritional advice 13:25 How to navigate food sensory challenges 19:04 The ADHD brain gut connection 23:22 ADHD friendly food 27:54 Dr Miguels personal story 29:15 Tiimo advert 46:34 New ADHD nutritional research 51:20 Audience questions 58:50 A letter to my younger self Visit Dr Miguel’s website 👉…
20 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
AuDHD Expert: What Female AuDHD ACTUALLY Feels Like, Abuse Will Find You!
Dr Carly Jones MBE is a trail blazing influence in the ADHD & Autism space. With over 20 years of experience she has dedicated her life to making the world a better place for people with AuDHD. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:11 Signs of AuDHD 04:17 Subtle signs of autism 09:38 What AuDHD masking looks like 15:55 Consequences of undiagnosed AuDHD 22:05 The risk of being love bombed 39:14 Tiimo advert 40:17 Forgiving yourself 42:49 Grieving a late AuDHD diagnosis 44:41 RSD in AuDHD 48:38 The AuDHD ‘push and pull’ 51:11 Why women were missed 56:40 Advice for newly diagnosed AuDHD 01:09:44 1st…
13 Apr 2026 · 56 min
5 Cleaning Rules That DESTROY ADHD Brains (and 10 that actually help you declutter)
Hester Grainger is the ultimate ADHD coach and viral sensation spreading her ADHD message to millions online. As an ADHD advocate and renowned public speaker, she is an expert in all things ADHD. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 06:38 Do a little everyday 14:23 Body doubling 18:35 Out of sight storage 22:54 Tiimo advert 39:51 Deep cleaning marathons 49:20 Rigid daily cleaning schedules 52:37 Closing advice 53:28 A letter to my younger self Find Hester on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/hestersvibe/ Visit Hester’s website 👉 https://www.perfectlyautistic.co.uk ADHD Chatter LIVE show tickets 👉…
6 Apr 2026 · 53 min
10 Rules That Traumatise ADHD & Autistic Brains (& 20 That Don't!)
Kristen Pressner is an ADHD expert. Her viral TED talk showed how people with ADHD can create thriving environments. Drawing on decades of experience, she’s distilled her knowledge into a simple & practical guide. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 05:35 Just use a planner 09:54 Break big tasks into small ones 16:00 Just be more disciplined 20:49 Focus on your long term goals 23:55 Wake up earlier 28:14 Tiimo advert 29:22 Build consistent habits 31:59 Just push through 40:19 Why can’t you manage your time 42:46 Just prioritise 45:30 Just try harder 52:00 A letter to my younger self Find Kristen on…
31 Mar 2026 · 46 min
23 AuDHD Accommodations You Don't Know About (But REALLY Need)
AuDHD can feel like a massive contradiction with lot of confusing twists and turns. Here’s 23 AuDHD accommodations that you definitely need in your life. Chapters: 01:56 Too many showers 04:11 Give a non answer 06:16 A mental health day 09:19 Outfit repeat 10:55 Life’s better when you’re flexible 12:20 Grace period please 15:19 Fish and chips again please 18:05 Animals are better than humans 19:26 Tiimo advert 20:28 Cancel out the noise 22:03 Don’t be vague 23.35 Context is king 26:00 It all makes sense now 28:14 Pay the convenience fee 29:18 Walk and talk 30:12 Have a socks and pants rack…

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ADHD Chatter is a English health podcast from Alex Partridge. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Alex Partridge
Language: English
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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 56 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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