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Ep. 17: ADHD Explained: A Deep Dive Into Executive Function Attention Subtypes and More
Oct 06, 2026 32:58

Ep. 17: ADHD Explained: A Deep Dive Into Executive Function Attention Subtypes and More

About this episode


In this episode we will be deep diving into ADHD. A lot of people only think of one version of ADHD when really there are many different presentations and it’s quite complex. In this episode we will cover 

  • What ADHD actually is and the subtypes 
  • Diagnostic criteria for ADHD
  • What executive functioning is 
  • Going into each executive functioning skill including working memory impulse control time management emotional regulation attention regulation
  • Motivation and dopamine
  • Time blindness 
  • How ADHD shows up in girls and women 
  • Strengths and challenges of having ADHD
  • Medication
  • ADHD in relationships and in adulthood
  • ADHD burnout
  • Strategies to use as an ADHDer and supporting someone else with ADHD
  • The symbol of ADHD
  • ADHD awareness month 

This episode will give you a more nuanced understanding of what ADHD actually is and will help you learn and understand more about ADHD. So whether you are an ADHDer you are supporting someone else who is or just want to learn more this episode is for you. 


Want to learn more about what ADHD looks like listen to episode 4

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/1QEJ2nZoVw562I0gzsHNKJ 

Apple Podcasts 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-4-what-autism-and-adhd-actually-look-like-traits/id6785985912?i=1000775792288 


Want to learn more about hyperfixations? Listen to episode 10

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/1QEJ2nZoVw562I0gzsHNKJ 

Apple Podcasts 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-10-special-interests-and-hyperfixations/id6785985912?i=1000784100749 


Want to learn more about rituals and routines? Listen to episode 19

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/1QEJ2nZoVw562I0gzsHNKJ 

Apple Podcasts 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-19-rituals-and-routines-in-neurodivergent-people/id6785985912?i=1000797242830 


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thinkdifferentpod.wordpress.com 


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