ADHD doesn’t always act alone.

In this episode of Late to Know, we explore ADHD comorbidity in adults, focusing on how ADHD commonly overlaps with autism (AuDHD) and OCD traits — and why recognising this can bring clarity, not confusion.

After receiving an ADHD diagnosis, I was recommended for an autism screening — something that initially didn’t make sense based on my understanding of Autism. This episode shares how unlearning those assumptions helped complete the picture of my inner experience, emotional regulation, masking, sensory overload, and burnout.

We discuss:

• How ADHD and autism can coexist — external vs internal hyperactivity
• Why AuDHD can feel like constant contradiction and exhaustion
• ADHD + OCD traits and rumination, perfectionism, and emotional loops
• The power of naming emotions to regulate the nervous system
• Practical ways to work with comorbid conditions
• How to explain your needs to others & advocate for invisible disabilities

This episode is for adults who feel ADHD never fully explained their experience — and for anyone learning to meet themselves with more compassion and clarity.

🎧 You’re not broken. You’re learning with better information.

Resources:

ADHD, Autism & Comorbidity

Autistica — ADHD & Autism overlap (UK-based research) https://www.autistica.org.uk

CHADD — Adult ADHD & Comorbidities https://chadd.org

ADDitude Magazine — AuDHD lived experience & research https://www.additudemag.com

OCD & ADHD

International OCD Foundation — ADHD & OCD overlap https://iocdf.org

Support & Advocacy

National Autistic Society (UK) https://www.autism.org.uk

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower — invisible disability support