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In this episode of the Sober Butterfly, host Nadine shares her personal journey with her recent ADHD diagnosis, coinciding with ADHD awareness month and Sober October. She discusses the relief and shock of being diagnosed as an adult and explores how undiagnosed ADHD affected her life, especially her relationship with alcohol. Nadine explains how ADHD symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity led her to self-medicate with alcohol, contributing to an ongoing struggle with alcohol use disorder. She highlights the larger issue of undiagnosed ADHD in adulthood, the link between ADHD and higher risks of substance abuse, and shares insights into common symptoms of ADHD. Nadine also explains the negative effects of alcohol on ADHD symptoms and discusses coping mechanisms she has developed since going sober. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding one's mental health, embracing healthier habits, and finding support within sober and ADHD communities.

00:38 ADHD Diagnosis Journey

01:47 ADHD and Alcohol

04:23 Understanding ADHD

08:43 The Link Between ADHD and Alcohol Use

24:10 The Impact of Sobriety on ADHD

41:18 Building Healthier Habits

42:04 Closing Thoughts and Resources

(Re)Sources

• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6683828/
• https://www.samhsa.gov/
• What Alcohol Does to Your Brain | Huberman Lab Podcast

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