The AuDHD Expert: 3 Alarming Risks of Undiagnosed Adult AuDHD | Dr Samantha Hiew, PhD

ADHD Chatter

Alex Partridge

Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Education

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🗓️ 25 March 2025

⏱️ 51 minutes

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AuDHD (The dual diagnosis of ADHD + Autism) is on the rise, but how can we spot AuDHD in ourselves, or in those close to us. How can we spot it early in children and what are the risks of staying undiagnosed. To answers these questions, and so much more, I chat to leading AuDHD expert, Dr. Samantha Hiew, Phd, who herself has been diagnosed with AuDHD, and has dedicated her career to advancing the scientific understanding around Autism and ADHD in women and girls. 00:00 Trailer 02:00 The latest stats on the percentage overlap of Autism and ADHD 04:53 Why is there such a common overlap in Autism and ADHD 11:47 How can the two co-existing conditions make life a struggle 12:55 For someone with AuDHD, which one is more likely to be diagnosed first 15:28 If you are AuDHD, do you think it's common to go missed for both diagnoses 17:39 Tiimo advert 19:40 Minimal age to show AuDHD traits 20:04 How does AuDHD develop with age 25:05 Can the two conditions mask each other 28:05 How can the pursuit of dopamine cause problems in an AuDHD mind 31:43 Is there any known tie between an AuDHD diagnosis and being Bi-Polar 32:49 How could someone with AuDHD look from the perspective of a new partner 34:52 Link between AuDHD and being an introverted extrovert 37:55 Message of hope for all undiagnosed AuDHD adults 42:30 What’s the latest information on AuDHD that you've been taught by a fellow specialist that's shocked even you 44:56 The AuDHD agony aunt 47:41 Debunking Autism myths 49:03 A letter from the previous guest 49:39 ADHD Item section Visit Dr. Samantha's website 👉 https://samanthahiew.com Find Dr Samantha on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/samanthahiewphd/ Join Sam’s community event for AuDHD women (and their allies!) 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adhd-autism-in-women-missed-dismissed-reclaiming-your-voice-tickets-1203582159639?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Sam’s scientific and intersectional training for professionals who diagnose and support AuDHD women: https://adhdgirls.co.uk/product/autism-and-adhd-in-women-dsm-5-criteria-through-a-scientific-and-intersectional-lens/ Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/adhdchatter Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817 Producer: Timon Woodward Recorded by: Hamlin Studios Trailer Editor: Ryan Faber DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	They think that ADHD is autism plus ADHD, but
0:04.0	AudiHD is a different animal altogether.
0:07.0	We have the ODHD presentation that at times looks so stable,
0:11.0	and then all of a sudden you can completely swap to be a different personality
0:14.0	that can appear more chaotic to people and it gets confusing to others and to yourself.
0:18.0	Dr. Samantha Hugh is a highly specialized ADHD expert.
0:22.0	Neurodiversity in women's empowerment activist.
0:24.8	With a PhD in medical sciences.
0:26.8	Late diagnosed with ADHD and autism herself.
0:29.6	One of the strategies that they recommend for autistic individuals is energy management.
0:34.5	You know, and when you feel, we hear and see more, of course the tank's going to go full a lot quicker than other people. Sometimes we can be over-complicating the matter. It could be as simple as just understanding energy management. If we don't sleep well, we know that information can increase in our brain. We don't see enough light that can affect the microchondria in your cells that makes energy
0:55.0	and also are you eating well that gives you all the cofactors power different organs and
1:00.5	eventually helps your brain.
1:02.5	Loyal listeners and viewers, I can't thank you enough for tuning in.
1:06.9	If you've ever felt broken or different, I hope this helps in your search for answers and community.
1:12.9	And do you know what would really help me in return?
1:15.4	By clicking the follow or subscribe button, wherever you're listening.
1:18.8	It might not seem like much, but at ADHD chatter, it means a huge deal, and with this, I can book more incredible guests and keep the self-discovery fire alive for all of us, myself included.
1:31.5	Just one click of a button goes really far.
1:34.2	And remember, you have always been enough.
1:40.0	Dr. Samantha Hugh, thank you so much for joining us.
1:43.2	Thank you for having me, Alex.
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