Janelle Booker - Living With ADHD

About this episode

<p>In this long-awaited Academy of Imperfection, we chat to psychologist Janelle Booker, who specialises in ADHD and Highly Sensitive Person trait.</p> <p>There is SO MUCH to learn (and love) about an ADHD brain.</p> <p>We learn how ADHDers are often extremely creative, innovative, and talented, and in the right conditions, absolutely thrive.</p> <p>However, ADHDers may struggle with executive functions such as time keeping, organisation and emotional regulation, which can make daily life really hard and exhausting.</p> <p>People with ADHD can be more susceptible to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, as well as dopamine boosting activities such as risk-taking behaviour, addiction and disordered eating. This is why seeking the right diagnosis and treatment plan can be really impactful.&nbsp;</p> <p>With school as a battleground, and friendships sometimes hard to maintain, Hugh, Ryan and Josh chat through how neurotypical people can be better allies and support systems to ADHDers, as friends, partners, employers, and parents.</p> <p>On a HSP note (not the snack pack, unfortunately), we bet a few of you might resonate with Janelle&rsquo;s explanation, especially since 15-20% of the population have the Highly Sensitive Person trait.</p> <p>Janelle, it was an absolute pleasure, and we can&rsquo;t believe we didn&rsquo;t do this sooner.</p> <p>Janelle is based in Western Australia, and her practice Janelle Booker Psychology, will be accepting new clients in February 2025. Click here to find out more - <a href="https://bit.ly/3BZimwO">https://bit.ly/3BZimwO</a></p> <p>To watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NPDDf7">https://bit.ly/3NPDDf7</a></p> <p>💻&nbsp;ADHD Resources to check out:</p> <ul> <li>ADHD Foundation Australia Hotline - <a href="https://adhdfoundation.org.au/adhd">https://adhdfoundation.org.au/adhd</a></li> <li>Stardust Support - <a href="https://www.stardustsupport.com.au/">https://www.stardustsupport.com.au/</a></li> <li>Curtin University ADHD Support Group - <a href="https://bit.ly/40fIm14">https://bit.ly/40fIm14</a></li> <li>For support groups at other universities, contact your counselling or psychology service</li> </ul> <p>🎧&nbsp;Things to listen to:</p> <ul> <li>Fern Brady - Autistic in a Non-Autistic World - <a href="https://apple.co/48nT3Ax">https://apple.co/48nT3Ax</a></li> <li>Jackson Tozer - Don&rsquo;t Give Up On Me - <a href="https://apple.co/3yHdawf">https://apple.co/3yHdawf</a></li> <li>Dr. Emily - Truth vs Harmony - <a href="https://apple.co/40pgYO7">https://apple.co/40pgYO7</a></li> </ul> <p>📖&nbsp;Things to read:</p> <ul> <li>Elaine Aron&rsquo;s work on HSP - <a href="https://bit.ly/4eYlO9H">https://bit.ly/4eYlO9H</a></li> <li>Research paper on ADHD genes - <a href="https://go.nature.com/3YGcgui">https://go.nature.com/3YGcgui</a></li> </ul> <p>📺&nbsp;Things to watch:</p> <ul> <li>ADHD Meme Account Recommended by Ryan - <a href="https://bit.ly/3YrxwCt">https://bit.ly/3YrxwCt</a></li> </ul> <p>The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you&rsquo;re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>