Wildly Curious - ADHD Unmasked: Understanding Strengths, Struggles, and Science

ADHD Unmasked: Understanding Strengths, Struggles, and Science

11/19/24 • 82 min

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In this insightful episode of Wildly Curious, hosts Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive deep into the world of ADHD. From the brain’s unique wiring to the day-to-day challenges and incredible strengths of those with ADHD, this episode explores it all. Learn about the science behind impulsivity, forgetfulness, and hyperfocus, as well as how reframing ADHD can uncover the power and potential within. Whether you have ADHD, love someone who does, or simply want to learn more, join Katy and Laura for a heartfelt and humorous exploration of what it means to live with an ADHD brain.

Perfect for anyone curious about neuroscience, personal growth, or strategies for thriving with ADHD!

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Perfect for anyone curious about neuroscience, personal growth, or strategies for thriving with ADHD!

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Wildly Curious - ADHD Unmasked: Understanding Strengths, Struggles, and Science

Transcript

Laura: [00:00:00] Hello and welcome to Wildly Curious, a podcast that tells you everything you need to know about nature and probably more than you wanted to know. I'm Laura.

Katy: And I'm Katy, and today we're going to be talking about how ADHD's unique challenges and strengths can be reframed to reveal that power and potential within.

Laura: Woo! And the science y stuff behind the

Katy: Yes. Which we've don