Hosts Justine and Lisa are back, bringing their signature mix of sharp insights, humour, and unfiltered ADHD realness. This episode tackles impulsivity, public scrutiny, and how ADHD shows up in high-pressure situations. Inspired by the media storm around Dave Grohl’s recent personal revelations, they unpack the complexities of impulsive behaviour and public judgment through an ADHD lens.

Episode Highlights

• Impulsivity and Immediate Rewards Justine and Lisa dive into ADHD traits like emotional urgency, seeking instant gratification, and the challenge of self-regulation. They highlight how hyperfocus and impulsive actions can sometimes lead to neglecting personal needs or relationships. The hosts explore the neuroscience behind it all—dopamine deficiencies and the struggle with delayed gratification—and how this underpins behaviour that might appear selfish or reckless to others.
• ADHD, Empathy, and the Dave Grohl Media Frenzy Using Dave Grohl as a lens, the duo critiques media sensationalism and public quick-to-judge narratives. They argue that without an ADHD perspective, society misses the deeper context behind actions. They share how public figures like Dave become targets of armchair pundits, and call for a shift towards empathy and understanding—especially for those navigating neurodiverse challenges in the spotlight.
• Transitions, Loss, and Grief Through the ADHD Brain The hosts reflect on how transitions, like grieving or navigating major life changes, can overwhelm ADHDers. They link this to Dave’s recent life events, discussing how ADHD brains struggle with processing grief and transitions, leading to emotional and behavioural shifts. By weaving in lived experiences, they make the science of ADHD personal and relatable.
• The Role of Community and Safe Spaces Justine and Lisa emphasize the need for safe, judgment-free environments where neurodiverse individuals can process and heal. They extend an open invitation to Dave Grohl, reminding listeners that behind every scandal is a human story deserving compassion.

Key Takeaways

• ADHD Explains, But Doesn’t Excuse Understanding ADHD helps contextualise impulsive behaviours, but it’s not about justifying poor decisions—it’s about fostering empathy and deeper insights into why people act the way they do.
• Transitions Are Tough for ADHD Brains Whether it’s life changes, grief, or even shifting tasks, transitions demand executive functioning skills that ADHD brains find challenging.
• Empathy is the Game-Changer Instead of piling on judgment, the world needs to approach neurodiverse behaviours with curiosity and compassion.

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Future episodes will feature Lisa and Justine’s kids sharing their unfiltered take on ADHD in families. They’ll also tackle the neuroscience of holiday stress, explore why kindness and connection matter, and uncover how ADHD brains are wired for creativity and innovation. Expect a mix of science, stories, and strategies to help you thrive.

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