You're Wrong About ADHD

• Holly Morris on ADHD and Why “Away with the Fairies” Deserves a Rethink

  This week, content creator and podcast host Holly Morris is here to unpack the phrase “away with the fairies” and what it really means for women with ADHD. Holly opens up about her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, the exhaustion of masking, and how years of being labelled “ditsy” or “spacey” shaped her sense of self.Together, Sam and Holly, explore how those same traits- imagination, sensitivity, and intensity- can also be superpowers, fuelling creativity, empathy and humour. Holly also shares what school was like behind the mask, why she used to “study” other girls to fit in, and how she finally learned to see her differences as strengths rather than flaws.From the guilt of lateness to the relief of self-understanding, this is a conversation about identity, self-acceptance, and the power of reframing what it really means to be “away with the fairies”- and why it’s time we finally retired the phrase for good.Find out more about Holly’s podcast Lousy Advice hereNew episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to [email protected]’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

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• BONUS: Katrina Ridley - “I’m in the club”: Life after ADHD diagnosis

  In this bonus episode, Sam and Katie welcome back presenter Katrina Ridley, who joins them fresh from her ADHD assessment to share what happened next.Before this episode, Katrina opened up about the uncertainty and self-doubt of waiting for a diagnosis. Now, she’s back with answers- and a new sense of clarity. From discovering she’s in the “top one percentile” of ADHD traits to finding pride in how far she’s come, Katrina reflects on what her diagnosis really means, the relief of having language for her experiences, and how medication has transformed her day-to-day life.Together, they dig into the unexpected emotions of finally getting a diagnosis, the validation, the self-compassion, and the ripple effects on relationships, work and identity. Katrina also opens up about hormone cycles, imposter feelings, and how coaching helped her turn chaos into confidence.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to [email protected]’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

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• Life Before Diagnosis: Katrina Ridley on ADHD Awareness Month

  This week, Sam and Katie sit down with presenter Katrina Ridley to explore what it’s like to live with ADHD symptoms before you have a diagnosis. For ADHD Awareness Month, Katrina shares her journey of suspicion, self-doubt and resilience, from the first signs that something felt different to the challenges of managing undiagnosed ADHD in her relationships and career.Together, they dig into the messy realities of waiting for an assessment, the fears of “what if I don’t have it”, and the relief that comes from finally having language for your struggles. Along the way, they reflect on how ADHD can be masked by success, misunderstood by family, and hidden under depression or burnout.From moments of self-sabotage to the everyday tools that really help, this is a candid and heartfelt look at life just before diagnosis- and why sharing stories like Katrina’s matters so much during ADHD Awareness Month.And don’t miss Friday’s bonus episode, where Katrina returns to share how her assessment went and how she’s doing now post-diagnosis.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to [email protected]’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

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• BONUS: ADHD and Anxiety in Kids- How to Spot It and Support Them

  In this bonus episode, Sam explores how ADHD and anxiety often show up together in children- sometimes long before anyone realises what’s really going on.He’s joined by child anxiety specialist Saskia Joss for a compassionate and eye-opening chat about how anxiety shows up in kids with ADHD- and what parents, carers and teachers can do to help.From masking and after-school meltdowns, to why “movement breaks” sometimes backfire, Saskia explains what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how small shifts in understanding and support can transform a child’s confidence and wellbeing.Whether you’re parenting, teaching, or simply trying to understand a child’s ADHD better, this is a practical, hopeful guide to helping young minds feel safe, seen and supported.Listen to Help! My Child’s Anxious here New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to [email protected]’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

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• ADHD and Anxiety: Why Your Brain Won’t Switch Off (and How to Calm It)

  This week, Sam and Katie dive into one of the most common- and misunderstood- ADHD experiences: anxiety. Why do ADHD brains so often run in overdrive, even when there’s nothing to panic about? And what’s really going on beneath that constant sense of “what if?”They’re joined by clinical psychologist Dr Sharon Saline who specialises in ADHD and anxiety. Together they unpack why ADHD minds can be hardwired for hypervigilance, how childhood criticism can shape lifelong worry patterns, and why so many of us rely on last-minute panic to get things done.From procrastination and emotional flooding to mindfulness and self-compassion, this is a thoughtful, practical conversation about understanding your anxiety instead of fighting it- and how to turn it into a tool for curiosity, resilience, and growth.New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to [email protected]’re Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

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