In this week’s episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we're unpacking the emotional and relational challenges many ADHD women face, especially when it comes to productivity, partnership dynamics, and understanding how ADHD shapes our daily lives.

I'm joined by Ari Tuckman, a leading psychologist, sex therapist, ADHD specialist and author of The ADHD Productivity Manual. Ari takes a realistic, compassionate approach to managing ADHD by helping individuals and couples find what truly works for them, rather than quick-fix, unhelpful ADHD hacks.

We discuss how recognising and understanding ADHD can transform both productivity and personal connection, from romantic relationships to how we respect ourselves. Ari shares powerful tools from his latest book, The ADHD Productivity Manual, and offers practical guidance for living with more clarity, communication, and compassion.

My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here!

Key Takeaways:

How couples can navigate ADHD together and build stronger, more understanding relationships.
The turning point in a relationship when ADHD becomes a lens for explanation, not blame.
The impact of a non-ADHD partner empowering their partner, while the ADHD partner takes active responsibility.
The truth about "productivity hacks": why they often fall short, and what really helps in daily life.
Exploring the ADHD-autism crossover and what it means to be AuDHD.
What to do when your partner isn’t interested or supportive of your diagnosis.
Why having an ADHD-affirming therapist can be transformative for both individuals and couples.
The role of compassion, empathy, and humour in navigating ADHD.

Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one with ADHD, or simply curious about how to better support your ADHD day-to-day life, this episode offers validation, clarity, and actionable advice.

Timestamps:

05:27 - Understanding ADHD's Impact on Relationships
08:14 - ADHD as an Explanation vs an Excuse
11:53 - Shared Productivity in Couples
17:48 - Tools for Creating a Calmer Life
21:24 - Understand What ADHD Means to You
27:00 - Advice for Disengaged Partners During ADHD Diagnosis
30:03 - The Benefits of Working with a Neuroaffirming Therapist
33:19 - The Intention Behind Ari's New Book

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