Why are so many women being diagnosed with ADHD later in life? What does your partner’s penis have to do with your bacterial vaginosis diagnosis?  And when to worry about a lumpy boob.

In this episode, psychiatrist and ADHD specialist Dr Kieran Kennedy discusses how women often experience more inattentive features of ADHD and why they may try to mask the symptoms. We also talk about time blindness, memory issues and emotional dysregulation.

And is ADHD making you feel more sensitive to rejection? We discuss a condition called rejection sensitive dysphoria.

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Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam
Guest: Dr Kieran Kennedy
Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock                                                      Audio Producers: Scott Stronach                                                                                    Video Producer: Julian Rosario

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