ADHD Chatter

EXCLUSIVE: Matt Haig Opens Up About ADHD Diagnosis, Happiness & How To Cope With Depression


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Matt Haig is a world renowned author, having sold over 10 million books, best known for writing 'Reasons to stay alive'. Today, he tells us how to navigate depression and find happiness.


Chapters:


00:00 Trailer

01:10 Dedication 

01:20 When was your first memory of feeling different?

06:25 When was your first memory of accepting that you were different?

10:30 What does ADHD mean to you?

16:02 Tiimo advert 

24:09 How would you differentiate between anxiety, stress and depression?

27:24 Why is it hard to describe depression?

34:57 What was running through your mind at what could have been your final moments?

45:06 What did those thoughts teach you about the value of life?

01:07:16 Neurodiversity in the family

01:16:18 How is your mental health today?

01:18:09 If you were to "thank" depression, what would you thank it for?

01:20:21 The ADHD agony aunt

01:29:54 A letter from the previous guest 


Find Matt on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/mattzhaig/?hl=en


Visit Matt's website 👉 https://www.matthaig.com


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Producer: Timon Woodward


DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.


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