ADHDadultUK Podcast Episode 1: Diagnosis 

I really related to Alex when he said he ‘knew’ something wasn’t right with his previous diagnoses as I was diagnosed 12 years ago as having ‘cyclothymia’ & I felt it never ‘fit’ with me completely. ADHD made perfect sense to explain all my symptoms & behaviours so getting diagnosed with ADHD has been such a relief to finally know what’s been ‘wrong’ with me my whole life.

I am a 31yo currently awaiting assessment for ADHD and for months now I have been looking for a podcast or channel that speaks to me in ways I can engage with and understand. I've found it here 100%. Not just the knowledge you guys have but the way you deliver it in a way that us undiagnosed, confused folks can understand is such a help. Thank you guys, I hope you realise the good you are doing

Alex, 1:04: "It isn't a deficit of attention, firstly, it's an inability to focus our attention, we have as much focus as anybody." James, 1:05: ...distracted by his phone. I just discovered you guys and at episode 13 on Spotify. Looking at all the greyscale in your facial fur and creeping hairlines, and my own lack of aging, I'm still going to assume we fall in the same age group. So it's very nice to listen to men sharing their experiences with and dealing with ADHD in their 30/40...50's? It's such a nice feeling to connect to your postcasts while being just over yonder, beyond the canal. So thank you!

“You can’t have ADHD, you’re an academic!” “Yeah, but I haven’t written a book!” 😈

Massively appreciate your honesty and information. I am 44 currently waiting for a diagnosis assessment with Psychiatry UK . I have been diagnosed with many psychiatric diagnoses including personality disorder . I’ve been addicted to alcohol and drugs , been clean for 15yrs now. I’ve done lots of psychotherapy and my life is relatively stable now , but I can’t seem to progress with employment , been sacked , left jobs , had failed self employment. Definitely think I have I have undiagnosed adhd . I’m at the stage of considering my next employment, so think medication will help .

Followed your podcast first time this morning and found myself listening to 3hrs and every word made sense for once, im 40 years of age and have really struggled, thanks for both of your help its good to hear people who think the same as me me but are clued up. Much Respect Chaps 👊

Great to find you … Like the fact you can also joke about yourselves as well as be serious that’s something I appreciate and can relate to. I’ve finally got a referral for an assessment should be soon after almost two years waiting ! What’s your twitter link ?

Omg! I heard Dr James Brown on ADHD as Females podcast and he had me picturing Alex as a 70 year old man. Hilarious!!

Wow. I'm a 42 year old Dyslexic that always just blamed the Dyslexia (and being a bit Sh**) for all the unnecessary friction and disorganisation in my life. I cant believe it, the more I hear about ADHD/ADD symptoms the more boxes I tick. I think I have been searching all my life.

OMG my husband and I do the "yeah you're more ADHD than me" bit too. I scored 16 and him 19 out of 20.

Caught your Manchester talk last night, wonderful

That would be amazing if we could just do a saliva swab for dx. I am an orphan and it was difficult getting the external evidence for support needed with my late dx. It helped me that my daughter had already been diagnosed.

I’m loving listening to each of the topics you talk about because I resonate with all of them! Honestly it’s like a light bulb moment. It can be so overwhelming over thinking sometimes but it’s so reassuring to hear other people who think the same as you. I’m not sure if you both have been genetically tested as I used a website as I was using it to make my family tree and found that I had the MTHFR gene and I started taking supplements and it’s made such a major difference. I think it was only £50 and iso worth it

Want to shout out for older women whose perimenopausal/menopausal symptoms can either look very much like ADHD or can finally bring it to light after decades of onerous and horribly successful masking. This complicates the whole process of diagnosis further, not to mention medication, because HRT may need to be titrated alongside or instead of ADHD medication. It’s a “chicken and egg” situation and v difficult to know what to attend to first.

Hi, I love you guys! My 26 year old son has got a huge amount out of listening to your podcasts, in fact they're the highlight of his week. He's currently seeking a diagnosis and recommended that I watch your series to help me understand more about his particular challenges. I'm considering paying for his diagnosis and wondered if you have an update on who has the best waiting times?

thank you so much really helpful and intense talk for a newly diagnosed person

Brilliant info. Thank you so much.

The rolling advert at the bottom is a struggle.

Just found your podcast looking forward to popping in and out.

I was diagnosed at 53 after my neighbour suggested I may have it. Took 18 months to get an appointment and was diagnosed after 1 consultation. My family have no interest in my condition and choose to ignore the fact my ADHD affects my behaviours and thought processes. My own family have disowned me

I'm from united states here I definitely have it I always talk over people I cant stay seated I'm always figity doesn't matter I'm always overthink have to literally stand up every 5 minute

I also have trouble keeping jobs as well

I have dyscalculia and hypermobility and am diagnosed with bpd but never really identified with it and many of the symptoms, now I have 2 kids with adhd one with autism, at the age of 47 I'm waiting on an adhd assessment in wales.

You guys are awesome! Keep it up!

You guys are also very funny 😂

Play at 1.5 speed ❤

Do you lads have an Instagram to follow? Big fan of the podcast.