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This week we have a VERY SPECIAL guest on the show Kody Lukens!
Kody is an online ADHD content creator @kodylukens, where he frequently posts informative videos on ADHD, autism, anxiety, and other mental health issues.  He has his own podcast called “Consistently Inconsistent “ where he talks about ADHD and he is also creator of the neurodivergent magnetic stim toy called STIMAGZ!
It was such a pleasure to have Kody on the podcast, he's such a down to earth guy, we had a good laugh and talked about all things ADHD including his own journey with ADHD Medication, Emotional Dsyregulation, How he started his business and Stim toys such as STIMAGZ!

Interested in STIMAGZ? (Magnetic Stim Toys)
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STIMAGZ is a high-quality, satisfying magnetic stim / fidget toy for neurodivergent adults constructed with high-quality materials and strong magnets.

Kody’s Links

Kody's Podcast - Consistently Inconsistent.
Kody's Instagram  @kodylukens
Kody’s TikTok @kodylukens
STIMAGZ: https://www.stimagz.com/
Loop Ear plus; https://www.loopearplugs.com/

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Everyday ADHD is a bonus episode featuring a collection of lived ADHD experiences from some of our listeners.  We know that having ADHD can make you feel alone, broken and different. Our aim is to amplify the voices of our community so that you can find solidarity in our shared experiences.

In our first Everyday ADHD Episode we sit down and talk to Andrew (aka Mr. Vegan Cakes)

We talk about starting the path to diagnosis, living with undiagnosed ADHD and plenty of off topic subjects in-between!

If you would like to find out more about Andrews vegan cakes you can find him on instagram @mrvegancakes

Book Recommendations:
Sane New World: Taming the Mind

Mindfulness Finding Peace in a Frantic World By Mark Williams

App Recommendations:

Insight timer -https://insighttimer.com/en-gb

Herbal Recommendations:
Ashwaganada - Read more HERE

(Apologises the audio is a little ropey in places, we used a new recording account and didn't realise until afterwards that some of the settings were sub-optimal!)

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In this episode we talk to Barbara Arrowsmith-Young about ADHD, learning difficulties and  how to use neuroplasticity to rewire parts of your brain. We loved this episode as we think it gives inspiration and hope to people that they are not broken and hopefully the tips Barbara gives in this episode can help towards making a positive change in your life.

 Barbabra is an innovator and author in the field of neuroeducation, Barbara Arrowsmith-Young’s work utilizing the principles of neuroplasticity is used worldwide to enhance cognitive functioning. Her vision is to put the Brain in the Education Equation. Her work begun in 1978 is recognized as one of the first examples of the practical application of neuroplasticity to address learning difficulties and its application has expanded to address those dealing with traumatic brain injury, addiction, cognitive decline with aging and those who want to enhance performance. Her journey and work is documented in her bestselling book, The Woman Who Changed Her Brain and in her TEDx talk. As the Director of the Arrowsmith Program, Barbara continues to engage in research to understand how we can drive neuroplastic change in the brain to benefit learners of all ages.

Resources from Barbara

 Read some great books on the power of the brain and cognitive transformation:
Two Books that are free downloads:

The Brain Pioneer  

Brain School 

 Barbara's TEDx talk - The Woman Who Changed Her Brain  https://youtu.be/o0td5aw1KXA

A blog on ADHD and our work  https://blog.arrowsmithprogram.com/is-adhd-a-learning-disability

 For those interested in Research:   https://arrowsmithschool.org/research/

Social Media Channels:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arrowsmithprogram
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arrowsmith-program
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thearrowsmithprogram/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s61VxMQgdk7fO-3h7tRKw 

Website URL:
www.arrowsmith.ca

Take the Cognitive Questionnaire to receive a report on your unique learning profile:   https://questionnaire.arrowsmithprogram.com/

 Free  Webinar Series: Shaping Our Brain  https://learn.arrowsmithprogram.com/webinar-series-shaping-our-brains

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This week has not been the best week for us, so we thought we'd jump on the mic and talk about how ADHD can effect your emotions.  We discuss some of the things that we have over reacted over in the past, how we've felt and what we try to do to help each other. Emotional dysregulation is something that can have a negative impact on your life.

Research suggests that emotional dysregulation in individuals with ADHD may be related to impairments in the brain's prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for executive functions like regulating behavior and emotions. Individuals with ADHD may have deficits in these areas, which can contribute to difficulty with emotional regulation.

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ADHD Adults Discord Forum
Join us  and others to chatall things ADHD!
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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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 ADHD and Dyslexia are different disorders, but they often have overlapping symptoms and it can be quite difficult to distinguish between the two.

 This week were talking about ADHD and Dyslexia, what's the difference between them, how to tell them apart and what is the overlapping relationship between them. Hopefully after this you'll have a better understand of how to tell them both apart.

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 were talking about Burnout. How it relates to ADHD, our personal experiences, plus how to help recognise and manage it. 

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion that is often caused by prolonged stress or overwork. 

People with ADHD may be more susceptible to burnout because they may struggle with time management, organization, and prioritization, which can lead to chronic stress and overwork. Similarly, people who experience burnout may develop symptoms that are similar to those of ADHD, such as difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, and irritability.

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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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In this episode we discuss starting on ADHD medication Dexamfetamine.

If you are a regular listener, you’ll probably familiar with Shell’s ADHD medication journey so far, and although she has not had much success on the previous medications that she’s tried Shell is hoping dexamfetamine is the one that makes a difference.

It’s Shell’s second week on dexamfetamine, so we explore how she’s been feeling, all positives, the negatives and what the overall experience on Dex has been like so far

We’ll update you on Shell's journey in future episodes as time goes on .
See you next week for another episode of shenanigan and ramblings!

* If your wanting to know what it feels like on other ADHD medications, please check out our other episodes on Vyvanse and Concerta.

This is a personal  medication review, not everyone will react to medication the same, so if you have any concerns about the current medication you are taking please talk to you prescriber.

Dexamfetamine is a medication that belongs to the class of central nervous system stimulants. It is similar in structure and effects to dextroamphetamine, and is also used primarily to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Dexamfetamine works by increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, which help to regulate attention and other ADHD symptoms.

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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 have some unique guests for you…  our long suffering partners have joined us to spill the beans on what it's like to be in a relationship with someone who has ADHD.

We find out that Adam can’t speak into a mic properly, Jamie won’t shut up, Sparky can’t stop putting his foot in it and there’s a real concern Shell may soon be running off to start her second marriage. All fun and games when your in a neurodivergent relationship aye.

We all love each other…. really 🤔

Check out Jamie's really cool podcast  called 'Dice With Death' 👇
https://www.dicewithdeathpodcast.com/

If you’re interested in Dungeons and Dragons and hearing a bunch of mates have a laugh check it out.

Check out the website below to find all the useful information on 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 had the absolute pleasure to sit and talk to Mrs ADHD herself (Sam Brown) from the ADHD Adult's UK Podcast!
In this episode we discussed Sam’s rollercoaster story, her late ADHD diagnosis, what having ADHD means to her, how hormones can affect ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Hyperfocus, Medication, Diet and just about anything else related to ADHD that popped into all of our heads😅

This episode is much longer than our usual episodes but we had so much to talk about, it was such fun and we felt like we had known Sam all our lives so we’re keeping the full interview uncut.
 
Sam was full of incredibly useful daily hacks that will help anyone navigate life more smoothly if you struggle with ADHD (we actually can’t wait to start using some of them ourselves)

We both can't thank Sam enough for being such an incredibly fun and inspiring guest, who made us laugh throughout the entire episode. It was such a pleasure to sit down and talk to her. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it.

Check out the website below to find all the useful links, how to contact Sam, James and Alex and listen to the Adult ADHD Podcast, all of which we admire.
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 were talking about ADHD and Hyperfocus, what it is, are there any ways to combat it, and how it can have detrimental effects on peoples lives. 

 In this episode Shell and Sparky discuss some personal (and slightly embarrassing) hyper focus stories, because we feel it’s important to talk about this stuff to help end the stigma and hopefully make you feel less alone in your struggle. 

Hyper focus is like a superpower and a kryptonite all rolled into one. On one hand, it can make you super productive and focused, allowing you to get lost in a task and accomplish more than you ever thought possible. On the other hand, it can also make you procrastinate and have a hard time switching tasks. It can also make social interactions a bit tricky, as you might be so focused on a task that you don't even hear your friends talking to you to the detriment of your work, relationships and even your mental health.

Check out the website below to find useful links
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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