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Jan 2025
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Unmasking ADHD: Alex Partridge's Path to...

Shivani Pau
About this episode

In this powerful episode of 'A Millennial Mind,' I sit down with Alex, host of the ADHD Chatter podcast, to explore the multifaceted world of ADHD. We dive deep into Alex's journey, from his childhood struggles with anxiety to founding successful platforms like LabBible and UniLad.


Alex shares his personal experiences with ADHD, including the challenges of being misunderstood, masking emotions, and finding safe environments that foster creativity and productivity. We also discuss practical strategies for managing ADHD in relationships, at work, and within families. This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to better understand ADHD, seek validation, and embrace their unique strengths.


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00:00 Introduction: My ADHD Journey

00:09 Understanding ADHD: Misunderstandings and Masks

00:39 Navigating ADHD in Relationships and Parenting

00:59 Podcast Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:40 Alex's Personal ADHD Story

06:41 Safe vs. Stuck Environments

17:48 ADHD Traits vs. Diagnosis

30:22 Managing ADHD in Relationships

38:26 Parenting Children with ADHD

53:03 Navigating Friendships with ADHD

55:41 Dealing with ADHD in Conversations

59:40 Understanding Safe vs. Stuck Environments

01:10:43 Reflecting on ADHD and Self-Awareness

01:22:20 Managing ADHD in Relationships

01:38:13 Parenting Children with ADHD

01:45:10 Understanding ADHD and Shame

01:45:34 The Impact of Emotional Dysregulation

01:47:08 Communicating with Loved Ones

01:50:03 The Concept of Masking

01:52:52 Navigating Friendships with ADHD

01:59:33 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

02:01:44 Object Permanence and ADHD

02:11:08 Self-Awareness and ADHD Management

02:13:39 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections


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