Roger & Sarina Taylor: Crazy Little Thing called ADHD
Summary
In their 60th episode, hosts Serena and Roger Taylor discuss Serena’s late-life diagnoses of ADHD and autism. She shares how menopause exacerbated symptoms, leading to tremors and shutdowns, and explains coping strategies like medication and energy management. The couple also reflects on their relationship dynamics and the importance of support systems for neurodivergent women.
Topics discussed
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Welcome Serena and Roger Taylor to the podcast
Serena's high IQ and late ADHD diagnosis
Symptoms: tremors, shutdowns, and medication
The 'beans' system for managing energy
Roger's diagnosis and coping with tinnitus
ADHD strengths, creativity, and career
Mental health strategies and childhood coping
Advice for late-diagnosed women and support
Gender, hormones, and societal expectations
Queen drummers and Freddie Mercury memories
Neurodivergence stigma and the word 'disorder'
Freddie's humanity and episode wrap-up
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