Healthcare: ADHD, Burger King & The Spoon Theory

In this episode of 'The Air We Breathe,' hosts Tracey and Lauren discuss their shared experience with ADHD, an aspect of their lives they didn't realize they had in common for a long time. Both women share their personal journeys of receiving an ADHD diagnosis, the misconceptions they faced, and how it shaped their daily lives. They talk about the challenges of coping with ADHD, the concept of 'spoons' representing energy levels, and the impact of societal expectations. The episode delves into the nuances of late diagnosis, the unique strengths ADHD brings, and the struggle with internalized ableism. Through their candid conversation, Tracey and Lauren highlight the importance of community, self-acceptance, and understanding ADHD as more than just a set of symptoms.00:00 Introduction and Common Ground00:27 Discovering ADHD02:39 Living with ADHD05:48 ADHD and Anxiety08:09 Navigating Life with ADHD08:57 Late Diagnosis and Self-Discovery11:26 ADHD in Daily Life12:19 Humorous Interlude12:40 School Experiences13:08 Struggles with Algebra and Self-Doubt15:39 The Challenges of Working at Burger King18:48 Bias in Job Interviews and Orchestras20:14 Understanding ADHD and Neurodivergence21:44 The Evolution of ADHD Perception27:13 Gender Differences in ADHD DiagnosisFollow us on our socials! We love to hear from you!👕🗣️💨 ⁠Air We Breathe MERCH!⁠📸 ⁠Instagram: @theairwebreathepod⁠📘 ⁠Facebook: @theairwebreathepod⁠🎵 ⁠TikTok: @the.air.we.breathe.pod⁠📺 ⁠YouTube: @theairwebreathepod