A Dopamine Kick (ADHD Without the Filter)

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In this episode we discuss more about ADHD medication. Shell discusses taking a higher dose of her Elvanse/ Vyvanse (ADHD medication) and what that feels like also we discuss all the side effects and what her plan is moving forward with medication.

We’ll update you in further episodes as time goes on. Thanks for listening

Episode resources

This website has loads of information on what to take to your GP should you be in the process of needing to see someone about ADHD
https://www.adhdadult.uk/

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria for ADHD and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

If you identify with 5 symptoms on each list often, it may be something you want to speak to your doctor about.

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This week we were following on from last week and continue to discuss the funny side of ADHD inattentive symptoms (as we go through the diagnostic criteria of ADHD for the next couple of episodes) to kick start our newly found focus on ADHD.  Next we'll start our 2 episodes on hyperactivity.

Please get in touch with your funny adhd memes and story’s, we’d love to hear from you. All our contact information is below 👇

Episode resources

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria for ADHD and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

This website has loads of information on what to take to your GP should you be in the process of needing to see someone about ADHD
https://www.adhdadult.uk/

If you identify with 5 symptoms on each list often, it may be something you want to speak to your doctor about.

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This week we have a huge podcast update for you all and In this episode we discuss the funny side of ADHD inattentive symptoms (as we go through the diagnostic criteria of ADHD for the next couple of episodes) to kick start our newly found focus on ADHD.  This is part 1 of 2 episodes on inattention and then we'll do  2 episodes on hyperactivity.  So plenty of upcoming ADHD content.

ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. ADHD is characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that are persistent and impair functioning in multiple settings, such as home, school, work, and social situations.

Inattention symptoms may include difficulty sustaining attention on tasks, being easily distracted, forgetfulness, poor organization, and avoiding tasks that require mental effort. Hyperactivity symptoms may include excessive talking, restlessness, fidgeting, and difficulty sitting still. Impulsivity symptoms may include interrupting others, blurting out answers, and engaging in risky behavior without considering the consequences.

Please get in touch with your funny adhd memes and story’s, we’d love to hear from you. All our contact information is below 👇

Episode resources

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria for ADHD and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

This website has loads of information on what to take to your GP should you be in the process of needing to see someone about ADHD
https://www.adhdadult.uk/

If you identify with 5 symptoms on each list often, it may be something you want to speak to your doctor about.

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In this episode we discuss starting on ADHD medication and what it feels like. It’s Shell’s first week so we explore how she’s been feeling, all positives, the negatives and what the overall experience has been like so far

We’ll update you in further episodes as time goes on . Thanks for listening

Episode resources

This website has loads of information on what to take to your GP should you be in the process of needing to see someone about ADHD
https://www.adhdadult.uk/

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria for ADHD and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

If you identify with 5 symptoms on each list often, it may be something you want to speak to your doctor about.


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This week we're talking about Sparky's story with trying to get an ADHD assessment on the NHS in the UK. There's been a few set backs and we felt is was important to discuss this for anyone who's in a similar situation who wants to know, and would like to go down the route of using the NHS for getting your ADHD assessment.

Shell also updates on how she's getting on with the NHS currently and what's it's been like for her.

 All these are our own thoughts and are in now way directed at the NHS as a whole, we are both aware the NHS do wonderful things in many areas of health care and we are positive there are some success stories (if you have any success stories please email us below)  Our story should in no way dissuade you from using the NHS or cloud your judgement on your decision to use the NHS  for an ADHD assessment should you need to pursue a diagnosis for anything mental health related.

Episode resources

This website has loads of information on what to take to your GP should you be in the process of needing to see someone about ADHD
https://www.adhdadult.uk/

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria for ADHD and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

If you identify with 5 symptoms on each list often, it may be something you want to speak to your doctor about.


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A deep dive into the rollercoaster of emotions that is the first week post assessment. We sit down at 5am for a spontaneous episode, where we’ve been awake night to question Shell on how she feels post ADHD diagnosis. It’s a little bit of an emotional one this week!

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria and further information:
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This week we're talking about Shell's ADHD assessment, which she had this week, so it's fresh in her mind! We'll be discussing what a typical assessment looks like as Sparky grills Shell on what sort of questions a psychiatrist asks during the assessment, what's involved in the process, how to prepare for it, and also what happens after the assessment.

The long awaited question does Shell have ADHD will also be answered!
This is a huge step in both of our journey's and one that Sparky feels privileged to be able have before his assessment!

As you are aware by now, it's the usual interrupting each other, and laughs at each others expense along the way. This may be a more factual episode than usual, but this a every important episode for anyone who wants to hear what an assessment is like. We hope this puts you fears at ease if your worried about an assessment, and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]. I'm pretty sure Shell WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

List of symptoms, diagnostic criteria and further information:
https://www.qandadhd.com/diagnostic-criteria

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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave. It's most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but can be useful for other mental and physical health problems. 

This week we're talking about CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) We discuss if it really works in our unbiased ramblings - Questions such as has it worked for us, what do we think about it and what we've taken away from it during our time during  CBT therapy!

Sparky struggles to stay focused on this weeks topic without deviating and Shell is still nervous about her upcoming assessment appointment. We'll know more next week and we will be updating you on the outcome of Shell's assessment.

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This week it’s all gone loco again,  Shell puts Sparky to the test to talk about meditation and we can use it for distressing  and  relaxing but it’s not long before Sparky’s off topic talking about anything and shell’s getting distracted. 

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This week we're going to be talking more about ADHD (Sorry guys, but you knew we were going to hyper focus a bit on this for a while, so bare with us!)

Shell struggles to get to grips with her impending ADHD assessment. Sparky's assessment unfortunately gets cancelled due to the recent death of the Queen.  So there's absolute chaos as Sparky tries to calm Shell's ever increasing nerves by coming up with a profound way of dealing with the situation at hand as we discuss more antics that confirm more we’re both ADHD (Hopefully these will make you giggle!)

P.s - It's also Sunday night and if you are a regular listener you'll know by this point we usually have the episode uploaded and released already but this week in true Sparky and Shell fashion, we're recording ON THE DEADLINE, (or past it actually, as it’s currently 8pm on Sunday evening) with no script and we're unable to edit it either so as you maybe have guessed by now this episode is total pandemonium !!!

See you next week for another episode of shenanigans!

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Sorry, I couldn't find the youTube video with the professor I was talking about. Hopefully you'll believe me! - Sparky

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