Dr Phil Anderton: Do You Really Have ADHD?

This episode of Getting There gets personal — and powerful. Host Brogan sits down with Dr. Phil Anderton, the man diagnosing over 3,000 people a month with ADHD, to unpack one of the most talked-about mental health topics of our time. They explore: 🧠 What ADHD really is — and why diagnoses are rising so fast 💥 The link between ADHD, trauma, and childhood experiences ⚖️ Is ADHD a disability or a hidden superpower? 📱 How social media, dopamine, and distraction are reshaping our brains 👦 Parenting, screens, and raising neurodiverse kids in today’s world Phil’s journey from senior police officer to mental health pioneer is as fascinating as his mission: to help every person find their island of competence — the place where they can truly thrive. 🎧 Watch, share, and join the conversation about ADHD, identity, and how we can all better understand our minds. #adhd #mentalhealth #podcast #gettingthere PhilAnderton #neurodiversity

Episode 69 of the Getting There podcast, hosted by Brogan Garrit-Smith, titled "Dr Phil Anderton: Do You Really Have ADHD?" was published on October 15, 2025 and runs 105 minutes.

October 15, 2025 ·105m · Getting There

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This episode of Getting There gets personal — and powerful. Host Brogan sits down with Dr. Phil Anderton, the man diagnosing over 3,000 people a month with ADHD, to unpack one of the most talked-about mental health topics of our time. They explore: 🧠 What ADHD really is — and why diagnoses are rising so fast 💥 The link between ADHD, trauma, and childhood experiences ⚖️ Is ADHD a disability or a hidden superpower? 📱 How social media, dopamine, and distraction are reshaping our brains 👦 Parenting, screens, and raising neurodiverse kids in today’s world Phil’s journey from senior police officer to mental health pioneer is as fascinating as his mission: to help every person find their island of competence — the place where they can truly thrive. 🎧 Watch, share, and join the conversation about ADHD, identity, and how we can all better understand our minds. #adhd #mentalhealth #podcast #gettingthere PhilAnderton #neurodiversity

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