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Understanding the ADHD Landscape – Anna Brasile
Season 1, Ep. 1
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Rethinking ADHD is brought to you by Qbtech, a leader in objective ADHD testing, and renowned broadcaster Simon Mundie. Simon was the lead sports presenter for BBC Radio 1 for eight years before starting his podcast in 2018 - called The Life Lessons Podcast, in which he has interviewed many of the best known athletes on the planet, as well as psychologists, philosophers and world renowned thinkers.
In each episode of this series, Simon sits down with public figures who have been diagnosed with ADHD, including the former England international rugby player James Haskell, entrepreneur Peter Shankman, Pulitzer prize winning journalist Katherine Ellison and best-selling author KC Davis.
This first episode features Qbtech’s own expert Anna Brasile for a deep dive into the current ADHD landscape in which she outlines a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on this often-misunderstood neurodevelopmental condition. Anna acquired approximately seven years of clinical experience with psychological assessments for underserved populations before joining Qbtech. This background, in conjunction with a personal connection with ADHD in close family members, has fueled her passion for improving ADHD care. As you will hear, Anna’s philosophy around ADHD is that with the right recognition and support, patients can thrive.
Whether you're a parent seeking to better understand your child's challenges, an adult navigating the complexities of ADHD, or simply curious about the latest in ADHD research and treatment, Rethinking ADHD is your go-to source for valuable insights and expert discussions.
The Rethinking ADHD podcast is brought to you by Qbtech, a leader in objective ADHD testing, working to help patients receive quicker, accurate diagnoses and provide clinicians with the resources to make informed evaluations, together with other clinical information.
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Rethinking ADHD - Introduction
01:06|Whether you're a parent seeking to better understand your child's challenges, an adult navigating the complexities of ADHD, or simply curious about the latest in ADHD research and treatment, Rethinking ADHD is your go-to source for valuable insights and expert discussions.Rethinking ADHD is brought to you by Qbtech, a leader in objective ADHD testing, and renowned broadcaster Simon Mundie. Simon was the lead sports presenter for BBC Radio 1 for eight years before starting his podcast in 2018 - called The Life Lessons Podcast, in which he has interviewed many of the best known athletes on the planet, as well as psychologists, philosophers and world renowned thinkers.In each episode of this series, Simon sits down with doctors, experts and public figures who have been diagnosed with ADHD, including the former England international rugby player James Haskell, entrepreneur Peter Shankman, Pulitzer prize winning journalist Katherine Ellison and best-selling author KC Davis.
2. "ADHD has been my superpower" - James Haskell
42:23||Season 1, Ep. 2Former England International rugby player James Haskell was diagnosed with ADHD as a child. In this episode, James shares how he has managed his ADHD through a career as an international rugby player for England and the British & Irish lions, as well as while performing as a top podcaster and DJ since retiring. Speaking to Simon Mundie, James shares how an early diagnosis came at a time when there was little discussion or awareness of ADHD. This threw up challenges, from being pulled from a match for taking the ADHD drug Ritalin, to dealing with possible misunderstandings with England coaches over his condition. James’ ambition and focus is a theme throughout his life. He has worked hard to understand how his brain works with ADHD and how to deal with distraction and attention deficit.In this episode we also hear from Dr Wiley, a pediatrician who specializes in working with ADHD children, who adds his insight after having listened to the conversation between James and Simon. This episode emphasises the need for a proper ADHD test, for people who want to learn to thrive with their condition as James has.Qbtech www.qbtech.com www.instagram.com/qbtech www.twitter.com/qbtechADHD www.facebook.com James Haskell instagram.com/jameshaskell/
3. "I'm not broken - I'm simply different" - Peter Shankman
37:51||Season 1, Ep. 3The New York Times described Peter Shankman as a “rockstar who knows everything about social media and then some”. Peter is a serial entrepreneur, multiple best-selling author and in-demand speaker - but his success didn't come easy. As a child Peter was told he was "broken" and "didn't fit in", a not unfamiliar experience for people growing up with undiagnosed ADHD. But Peter learned to manage his neurodiverse brain to great effect - and in this episode he shares many of the lessons, strategies and outlooks that have enabled him to reach great heights. More on Peter's ADHD work Peter is host of the popular Faster Than Normal podcast – featuring guests from all walks of life with both professional and lived experience of ADHD. Peter is also the author of the Boy with the Faster Brain, a children’s book exploring how neurodiverse individuals can harness their strengths, and Faster Than Normal: Turbocharge Your Focus, Productivity, and Success with the Secrets of the ADHD Brain. https://www.shankman.com/https://www.fasterthannormal.com/episodes/https://www.instagram.com/petershankman/?hl=enSimon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie Podcast: https://podfollow.com/tllp
Sued for $11 million libel while reporting on a murder trial - Katherine Ellison
36:11|Katherine Ellison won a Pulitzer Prize in journalism just four years after being sued for $11 million for a careless reporting mistake. In her conversation with Simon, Katherine opens up about her inattentive symptoms and life before her ADHD diagnosis at 48. Despite her long-undiagnosed symptoms, she fulfilled her dream of being a foreign correspondent, spending 15 years reporting from Asia and Latin America, and is also proud that her two adult children are still speaking to her. In recent years, Katherine has authored and co-authored 12 books, including the outstanding ‘Buzz: A Year of Paying Attention’, which is about parenting her son who also has ADHD. Yet before understanding how her brain works, she thought of herself as ‘flawed’, clumsy, and careless. Having learnt so much about ADHD in order to write that book, she shares a wealth of knowledge and insight in this episode.Katherine Ellison www.facebook.com/katherineellisonofficial www.twitter.com/kathellison Simon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie Qbtech www.qbtech.com www.instagram.com/qbtech www.twitter.com/qbtechADHD www.facebook.com
5. ‘I worked so hard to not hate myself’: KC Davis
36:14||Season 1, Ep. 5KC Davis is an author, social media sensation, and the creator of the mental health platform Struggle Care. She has also recently been diagnosed with ADHD. In this episode, KC joins our host Simon Mundie to discuss her ADHD experience, from dealing with inattention, and hyperfixation, to self-care tips, and what it’s like to receive an adult diagnosis. KC also shares the details of her massively successful ADHD life hack – the Five Things cleaning system. This simple approach to cleaning has helped KC and many others with ADHD to tackle those daily struggles. KC also shares her tips for neurodiverse people to be able to implement their own systems to help them thrive. KC Davis www.strugglecare.com www.instagram.com/strugglecare Qbtech www.qbtech.com www.instagram.com/qbtech www.twitter.com/qbtechADHD www.facebook.com/qbtechADHD/ Simon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie
1. "You’re not bad with money, you have ADHD" - Maddy Alexander-Grout
42:00||Season 2, Ep. 1This episode of the second series features Simon in conversation with Maddy Alexander-Grout about various aspects of managing finances, particularly in the context of ADHD. Maddy shares personal experiences with debt and spending addiction, highlighting the need for support and education around financial management for neurodivergent individuals. Maddy Alexander-Grout is a money and business coach for neurodivergent individuals. Qbtech www.qbtech.comwww.instagram.com/qbtechwww.twitter.com/qbtechADHDwww.facebook.com/qbtechADHD Maddy Alexander-Grout www.maddyalexandergrout.comwww.tiktok.com/@maddyalexandergroutwww.instagram.com/maddytalksmoney Simon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie
2. "Eating disorders are more common in people that have ADHD" - Rebecca King
45:53||Season 2, Ep. 2In this episode, registered nutritional therapist Rebecca King discusses the relationship between ADHD and nutrition. Having ADHD herself, Rebecca shares her previous struggles with food and the link between the condition and disordered eating.Speaking to Simon Mundie, Rebecca shares some useful and practical tips for people to plan and make sure they’re eating a healthy, balanced diet with macronutrients and food that stimulate key hormones. Listen to the podcast to dive deeper into the 10 principles of intuitive eating to learn how to listen to your body’s hunger and fullness. Qbtech www.qbtech.comwww.instagram.com/qbtechwww.twitter.com/qbtechADHDwww.facebook.com/qbtechADHD Rebecca King www.rebeccakingnutrition.co.ukwww.instagram.com/adhd.nutritionist Simon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie
3. "You're playing a very close approximation of yourself" - Adrian Chiles
32:44||Season 2, Ep. 3“Pay attention to what you’re paying attention to,” says British writer and television and radio presenter Adrian Chiles. In this episode, he discusses his personal ADHD journey, including how he dealt with anxiety, rejection sensitivity, and dysphoria. Adrian also addresses the challenges within the NHS regarding ADHD care whilst highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and getting the right kind of support. Qbtechwww.qbtech.comwww.instagram.com/qbtechwww.twitter.com/qbtechADHDwww.facebook.com/qbtechADHD Simon Mundie www.simonmundie.com www.tinyurl.com/youtubesimonmundie www.instagram.com/simonmundie