SummaryIn this episode, ADHD parents share their experiences managing the double lens of parenting with ADHD, balancing their own neurodivergent needs with those of their children, and navigating the daily mental load. They discuss strategies for self-care, setting boundaries, and fostering independence in their kids. In this episode, we explore the realities of parenting with ADHD, emphasizing authenticity, flexibility, and the importance of community support. Our guests share personal stories, strategies for advocacy, and the significance of being seen and understood as neurodivergent parents.HostJulezGuestsAzeezatLucyNadia Key TopicsThe double lens of parenting with ADHDManaging emotional regulation and sensory overwhelmStrategies for self-care and boundary settingFostering independence in children with neurodivergenceThe role of routines and flexibility in daily lifeManaging the mental load and memory challengesParenting teenagers with ADHD and independenceThe importance of reflection and adaptability Parenting with ADHD and the double emotional loadStrategies for advocacy and self-careThe importance of community and being seenFlexibility and adaptation in parentingHonest conversations with children about neurodivergenceManaging expectations and disappointmentThe role of support systems and understandingBreaking generational patterns and unmaskingChapters00:00 Introduction to Parenting with ADHD and the Double Lens01:04 Meet the Guests: Parents and Their Neurodivergent Children03:00 Understanding the Double Lens: Parenting and Managing Your Own ADHD04:26 Parenting and Managing Emotions: Experiences from the Guests07:13 The Impact of Parenting Styles and Childhood Experiences10:25 Balancing Self-Care and Parenting Demands13:16 The Role of Routines, Flexibility, and Rhythms16:14 The Challenges of Parenting at Different Stages20:33 Managing the Mental Load and Daily Tasks24:57 Repetition, Memory, and the Challenge of Forgetting31:47 Reflecting on Parenting Efforts and Self-Compassion36:41 Resources, Support, and Strategies for ADHD Parents⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - GladysEdited by - NiquelleMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryIn this episode, Niquelle and Jules explore the intersection of ADHD, racial burnout, and the emotional toll of navigating predominantly white spaces as Black women. They share personal experiences, insights on systemic challenges, and strategies for self-care and reframe energy.HostNiquelleGuestJulez Key TopicsRacial exhaustion as cumulative stressImpact of microaggressions and microassaultsADHD traits and mislabeling as lazinessSystemic racism in workplaces and arts organisationsStrategies for self-care and boundary settingThe importance of rest and rethinking productivityPersonal stories of burnout and resilienceTools for recognising and managing exhaustionChapters00:00 Understanding ADHD and Racial Burnout14:03 The Intersection of ADHD and Racial Exhaustion30:22 Navigating Workplace Dynamics as Black Women35:08 The Impact of Office Culture on Black Women36:34 The Benefits of Remote Work38:52 Understanding Sensory Sensitivities in Work Environments39:50 The Connection Between Work Environment and Health41:51 Navigating Work with ADHD Awareness44:35 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care46:13 Reframing Energy and Productivity51:17 Choosing Yourself and Setting Boundaries54:10 Unlearning Toxic Productivity Norms58:43 Embracing Joy and Autonomy01:02:35 outro⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - CharleneEdited by - FallonMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryIn this episode, we explore neurodivergence, identity, masculinity, and fatherhood through personal stories and lived experiences of Black men with neurodivergence. Join us for honest conversations that highlight overlooked perspectives and foster understanding.HostShaunaNiquelleGuestsTumi - @theblackdyspraxicChristopher - @christopher.rahmanChapters00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergence and Black Men02:37 Exploring Identity and Diagnosis08:08 Childhood Experiences of Neurodivergence11:43 Navigating Masculinity and Emotional Expression18:43 Expectations of Masculinity and Neurodivergence27:15 Understanding Success and Emotions32:38 Living with Neurodivergence38:45 Intersectionality in the Criminal Justice System42:43 Fatherhood and Neurodivergence48:39 Reflections and Future Endeavors55:57 outro Key TopicsNeurodivergence as a child and adulthoodImpact of diagnosis and self-awarenessMasculinity and emotional expressionFatherhood and generational perspectivesCommunity support and systemic challenges⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - CharleneEdited by - AzeezatMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryThis episode explores the unique experiences of therapists with ADHD, especially within Black communities, addressing cultural safety, unmasking, and the importance of shared understanding in therapy. Guests Kendra Jeffers and Azeezat Abodarin share insights on navigating therapy as neurodivergent professionals and clients. This episode features expert insights on therapy, access to mental health services, and building effective client-therapist relationships, with a focus on ADHD and neurodivergence. We explore practical tips for finding the right therapist, maintaining boundaries, and navigating healthcare systems in the UK and US.HostShaunaGuestsAzeezat AbodarinKendra Jeffers Key TopicsTherapists with ADHD and their unique challengesCultural safety and understanding in therapyUnmasking and authenticity in therapeutic relationships Therapist-client boundaries and empathyAccess to mental health services in the UK and USTips for choosing the right therapist for ADHD and neurodivergenceChapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Therapy04:34 The Role of ADHD in Therapeutic Practice10:29 Cultural Considerations in Therapy18:32 Navigating Personal Experiences in Therapy28:44 The Intersection of ADHD and Cultural Safety31:14 Cultural Nuances in Communication32:30 Authenticity and Unmasking in Therapy34:08 Hesitation in Seeking Therapy within Black Communities36:33 Breaking Stigmas: Therapy in Black Culture40:10 Empathy vs. Professional Boundaries in Therapy49:07 Accessing Therapy: Challenges in the NHS53:01 Navigating Therapy Choices55:45 Finding the Right Fit in Therapy01:03:30 Accessing Mental Health Services01:09:27 Tips for Choosing a Therapist01:13:01 Upcoming Projects and Resources ResourcesKendra JeffersDiscovery Call (Power Hour)Regain Your Power System™:eBook Bundle:Balancing Life with ADHD: Strategies for Women Thriving in Work and HomePodcast:A Box of ADHD Guest Application:https://aboxofadhd.com/Upcoming Free Workshop:Why Smart Women with ADHD Stay Overwhelmed (And How to Regain Their Power)Date: June 17, 2026Time: 12:00 PM EasternLocation: OnlineIn this free workshop, we'll have an honest conversation about why so many smart, capable women with ADHD feel overwhelmed and what can actually help. Participants will learn practical strategies to reduce overwhelm, create ADHD-friendly systems, and regain their time, energy, and peace of mind.Free Workshop RegistrationDr. Mindy Pelz's research on women's health and hormones - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Dr.+Mindy+PelzClinicians of Color Network - https://www.cliniciansofcolor.org/Mind Charity UK - https://mind.org.ukAtomy America Inc. - https://atomy.comBAATN - https://www.baatn.org.uk/⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - FallonEdited by - NiquelleMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryThis episode explores the unique relationship between pet ownership and ADHD, highlighting how pets can influence routines, emotional regulation, and mental health. Guests share personal stories about their pets, challenges faced, and the therapeutic benefits of animals in managing ADHD symptoms.In this engaging conversation, Fallon, Ana, and Niquelle share their personal experiences managing pets with ADHD and neurodivergence. They discuss practical systems, emotional insights, and the importance of planning for pet care, especially when traveling, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of pet ownership.HostAnaFallonGuestsNiquelleKey TopicsImpact of pets on ADHD routinesEmotional and mental health benefits of petsChallenges of pet ownership with ADHD Practical systems for managing pets with ADHDEmotional insights and guilt management in pet carePlanning and organizing pet care when travelingSocialization and behavioral training for pets with neurodivergenceManaging sensory overload and overstimulation with petsChapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Pets03:14 Personal Experiences with Pets and ADHD05:32 Cultural Perspectives on Pets08:26 The Emotional Connection with Pets11:04 How Pets Help Manage ADHD13:50 The Role of Pets in Family Dynamics16:31 Challenges of Pet Ownership19:11 Conclusion and Reflections on Pets and ADHD24:46 The Journey of Raising Kittens27:29 The Challenges of Pet Ownership with ADHD34:34 Navigating Routines and Sensory Overload40:19 The Unique Dynamics of Cats and Dogs43:54 Navigating Pet Care Responsibilities46:32 The Challenges of Dog Ownership52:11 Guilt and Anxiety in Pet Parenting59:21 Learning from Mistakes in Pet Training01:05:53 Navigating Pet Anxiety and Emotional Connections01:08:46 ADHD-Friendly Pet Care Solutions01:17:55 Planning for Pet Care During Holidays01:27:08 Managing Sensory Overload with Pets01:27:58 The Challenges of Pet Ownership01:30:37 The Joys of Having Pets01:31:27 Understanding Pet Behavior and Needs01:33:48 The Importance of Routine and Structure01:41:36 Key Takeaways and Lessons Learned01:44:52 Upcoming Events and Community Engagement01:52:30 outro_24.mp4⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - FallonEdited by - FallonMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryThis episode explores the realities, challenges, and strengths of building a creative business while navigating life with ADHD, especially for Black women and non-binary folks. Hosted by Charlene, with guests ChiChi Enu and Niquelle LaTouche, it delves into personal stories, societal influences, and the power of entrepreneurship as a path to autonomy and creativity. This episode features an in-depth conversation on how ADHD influences creativity, entrepreneurship, and workplace experiences. Guests share personal stories, strategies for managing burnout, and insights into leveraging neurodivergence for success.HostCharleneTylerGuestsChichiNiquelle Key TopicsThe narrative of ADHD as a superpower and entrepreneurial advantageChallenges faced by Black women and non-binary folks in traditional workplacesThe decision to pursue entrepreneurship for autonomy and creative freedomPersonal stories of starting and managing creative careers with ADHDSocietal and racial influences on career choices and workplace experiences ADHD and creative entrepreneurshipStrategies for managing burnoutLeveraging neurodivergence for successChapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Creativity03:48 Navigating Traditional Employment vs. Entrepreneurship08:41 Personal Journeys into Entrepreneurship13:43 The Role of Stress in Career Choices18:46 Finding Balance in a Creative Career21:48 Navigating Values and Career Choices27:17 The Impact of Identity on Professional Decisions33:37 The Emotional Burden of Double Masking38:50 Personal Narratives of Resilience and Resistance44:00 Harnessing ADHD for Creative Entrepreneurship51:37 The Power of Hyper-Focus and Momentum57:09 Understanding Burnout and Self-Acceptance01:03:44 Engineering Success on Your Own Terms01:11:43 Optimizing Strengths and Outsourcing01:14:43 Creating Sustainable Businesses for ADHD Entrepreneurs⁠⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠⁠CreditsScripted by - CharleneEdited by - ShaunaMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryIn this episode, Tyler hosts a lively discussion with guests Julez and Amoyah about plants, Earth Day, and how greenery can support mental health, especially through an ADHD lens. They share personal stories, practical tips, and cultural connections to inspire eco-friendly habits and plant care routines.HostTylerGuestsAmoyahJulesAction itemsStart with a low-maintenance plant like a snake plant or monsteraVisit a local garden or community spacePractice mindful appreciation of outdoor greeneryUse natural remedies like eggshells for plant nutritionShare plants with friends to promote eco-friendly habitsChapters00:00 Introduction to Earth Day and Plants02:30 Personal Connections to Earth Day04:24 ADHD and Plant Care Challenges07:02 Memorable Plants and Gardening Experiences09:56 Hyperfixation on Plants12:41 Childhood Memories & Connections to Plants13:57 ADHD & Relationship with Plants18:00 Handling Guilt and Shame in Plant Care21:38 Cultural Connections to Plants and Heritage27:39 Practical Plant Recommendations for Beginners32:05 Awareness and Blindness to Plants in Our Environment33:56 Indoor vs Outdoor Plants: Personal Experiences39:38 Celebrating Earth Day: Simple Actions43:46 The Benefits of Plants for Mental Well-being47:05 Eco-Friendly Gardening Tips50:08 Connecting Through Plants: Personal Stories53:36 Final Thoughts and Actions for Earth Day57:52 Recap on Earth Day59:24 CTA & Goodbyes01:00:03 outro⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - AnaEdited by - JulezMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

SummaryThis episode explores the impact of masking for people with ADHD, featuring personal stories from Ana and Joy. It delves into unmasking, intersectionality, community support, and tools for authenticity.HostChichiFallonGuestsAnaJoy Key topicsImpact of masking on mental healthUnmasking as a journey of self-acceptanceIntersectionality's role in masking experiencesCommunity support in neurodivergent spacesChapters00:00 Introduction to Unmasking ADHD03:30 Understanding ADHD Masking06:09 Personal Experiences of Masking08:31 The Impact of Home and Work Environments11:22 Intersectionality and Masking14:22 The Cost of Masking15:32 The Journey of Unmasking22:19 Conclusion and Reflections on Unmasking26:39 Tools for Authenticity and Self-Acceptance29:54 Occupying Space as Your True Self38:27 Unmasking and Self-Discovery45:31 The Search for Representation in ADHD Communities47:45 Finding Community and Understanding48:37 The Role of ADHD Babes in Unmasking55:30 Embracing Authenticity and Self-Acceptance01:02:13 Lessons Learned and Future Endeavors01:06:55 outro Resources mentionedJessica McCabe - How to ADHD - https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoADHD⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - NiquelleEdited by - NiquelleMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes.pod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].

*** Trigger Warning ***This episode discusses topics of a sensitive nature which some may find triggering.Please check in with yourself before listening.Support references below SummaryThis episode explores the lasting effects of growing up in religious households on ADHD brains, featuring personal stories and insights from Joy and Charlene. It delves into religious trauma, oppression, and the journey towards healing and self-acceptance. This episode explores the deep impact of religious trauma, neurodivergence, and cultural expectations on personal identity and healing. Guests share personal stories, insights on faith, and strategies for reclaiming autonomy and self-love.HostJulezGladysGuestsCharleneJoy Key TopicsReligious trauma and its impact on ADHD brainsOppression and lack of freedom in religious householdsThe journey of deconstruction and healing from religious trauma Impact of religious trauma on personal identityNeurodivergence and cultural expectationsStrategies for healing and self-loveReclaiming faith and spirituality on your own termsChapters00:00 Introduction to Religious Trauma and ADHD03:40 Personal Experiences with Religious Trauma05:58 The Impact of Strict Religious Upbringing08:13 The Role of Fear in Religious Environments09:55 Questioning Authority and Obedience12:50 The Struggle for Authenticity in Faith15:42 Navigating Hypocrisy in Religious Spaces18:33 Finding Personal Meaning in Spirituality21:19 The Complexity of Lies and Truths23:18 Contradictions in Family Values25:19 The Burden of Expectations27:17 The Struggle with Identity and Self-Perception30:12 The Impact of Religious and Cultural Trauma35:48 Finding One's Voice36:50 The Journey of Healing from Trauma37:41 Confronting Self-Harm and Mental Health38:32 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Mental Health40:30 Cultural and Religious Influences on Identity42:34 Questioning Faith and Spirituality47:34 The Burden of Grief and Sin50:13 The Pressure to Conform in Religious Spaces53:33 Struggling with Identity and Acceptance57:06 The Duality of Faith and Reality01:03:41 Questioning Faith and Autonomy01:04:07 Healing from Religious Trauma01:12:34 Navigating Social Interactions and Self-Discovery01:13:56 Understanding Faith and Personal Beliefs01:16:55 The Essence of Love in Faith01:18:56 Individual Journeys of Healing and Spirituality01:22:55 Redefining Sin and Personal Relationships with God01:24:14 Embracing Individual Stories and Healing Paths01:28:48 OutroResourcesBlack Minds Matter UK🌐 https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com➤ Free therapy with Black therapists for Black individualsBlack Thrive🌐 https://blackthrive.org➤ Resources addressing systemic barriers impacting Black mental healthAssociation of Black Humanists🌐 https://londonblackatheists.com➤ Support for Black people leaving religion or redefining beliefHouse of Rainbow🌐 https://houseofrainbow.org➤ Supports LGBTQ+ people of African descent navigating faith, identity, and spiritualityThe Religious Trauma Institute🌐 https://www.religioustraumainstitute.com➤ Education and resources on religious trauma recoveryThe Siwe Project🌐 https://thesiweproject.org➤ Focuses on suicide prevention and mental health stigma in the Black community Sad Girls Club🌐 https://sadgirlsclub.org➤ Community + therapy access for women of colour, especially Black women⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - GladysEdited by - AzeezatMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected]

SummaryExplore the fascinating parallels between The Sims game and ADHD traits, including how gameplay reflects real-life management, hyperfixation, and creativity. Guests Fallon and Viv share personal insights into their experiences with the game and its impact on their understanding of themselves.HostNiquelle ShaunaGuestsFallonNiquelleChapters00:00 Introduction 02:24 Personal Connections to The Sims05:39 Managing Sim Needs and Executive Functioning11:20 Parallels Between Sims and Real Life15:03 Creating Sims: Personality Traits and Reflections21:07 Humorous Traits and Game Dynamics24:55 Exploring Simulated Interactions26:51 Building Dream Homes in The Sims33:23 The Role of Cheat Codes in Gameplay35:10 Hyper-Fixation and ADHD in Gaming47:44 Reflections on Gameplay and Personal Growth54:04 outro⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - ShaunaEdited by - FallonMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].